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EDEC28001 Responding to Difference: Children, Families and Communities
Responding to Difference: Children, Families and Communities
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Overview

A growing body of research highlights the range of social, economic and political factors influencing the lives of children families and communities. This unit introduces legislation, policy frameworks and theories of human development that underpin inclusion and socially-just educational practice. You will reflect on the roles and responsibilities of teachers in catering for children and families with a diverse range of educational needs, including children from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and learners with disability. You will appraise a range of perspectives on inclusive education and examine the impact of socioeconomic, cultural and religious backgrounds on the engagement of children and families in educational contexts prior to, and in the early years of formal schooling. Using this knowledge and carefully selected research, you will recommend approaches to teaching practice and relationship-building with families, community representatives and external professionals as sources of ongoing professional learning that support the transition of young children to formal schooling and improve access, equity and learning outcomes for all children including learners with diverse family backgrounds, characteristics and abilities.

Details

Career Level: Postgraduate
Unit Level: Level 8
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 7
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

Completion of 72 credit points in CA10 or CG72 OR Admission to CM43 or CM79.

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Offerings For Term 2 - 2025

Online

Attendance Requirements

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Volume of content

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Evaluate the volume of learning content included in each topic

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Low level of attendance for live classes

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Examine strategies to encourage greater attendance at Zoom sessions.

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