Unit Synopsis

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

Unit Availabilities from Term 2 - 2025

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).