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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides an in-depth overview of educational thought through the writings of leading thinkers in the field of education over time. Students will be introduced to both classic, modern, postmodern and contemporary educational thought and will be encouraged to critically evaluate diverse approaches, perspectives, and issues in educational practice. Students will explore contemporary educational issues considering their historical context.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU's LMS
| City Campus | Joondalup | South West (Bunbury) | Sri Lanka | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Not Offered | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Teaching Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences via ECU’s LMS as well as additional ECU learning technologies
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | In class learning activities with supporting artefacts, peer feedback, and reflective learning documented in eportfolio. | 40% |
| Project | This project has two components: 1. Group presentation - Case Analysis 2. Individual essay - Critical Evaluation of Theoretical Perspectives on a Contemporary Issue in Education | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Learning activities in virtual classroom with supporting artefacts, peer feedback, and reflective learning documented in eportfolio. | 40% |
| Project | This project has two components: 1. Group presentation - Case Analysis 2. Individual essay - Critical Evaluation of Theoretical Perspectives on a Contemporary Issue in Education | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. Informal vivas may be conducted as part of an assessment task, where staff require further information to confirm the learning outcomes have been met. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Integrity is a core value at Edith Cowan University, and it is expected that ECU students complete their assessment tasks honestly and with acknowledgement of other people's work as well as any generative artificial intelligence tools that may have been used. This means that assessment tasks must be completed individually (unless it is an authorised group assessment task) and any sources used must be referenced.
Breaches of academic integrity can include:
Serious outcomes may be imposed if a student is found to have committed one of these breaches, up to and including expulsion from the University for repeated or serious acts.
ECU's policies and more information about academic integrity can be found on the student academic integrity website.
All commencing ECU students are required to complete the Academic Integrity Module.
In some circumstances, Students may apply to their Unit Coordinator to extend the due date of their Assessment Task(s) in accordance with ECU's Assessment Procedure - for more information visit https://askus2.ecu.edu.au/s/article/000001386.
Students may apply for Special Consideration in respect of a final unit grade, where their achievement was affected by Exceptional Circumstances as set out in the Assessment Procedure - for more information visit https://askus2.ecu.edu.au/s/article/000003318.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Classic to Contemporary Thought in Education" traces the development of educational ideas from foundational philosophies to contemporary theories. Students will engage with influential thinkers, movements, and socio-cultural shifts that have shaped educational practice over time. Through critical reflection and comparative analysis, the unit examines how historical and emerging perspectivesincluding ethical considerationsinform current approaches to curriculum, teaching, learning, and policy. By the end of the unit, students will be equipped with the analytical tools to interpret, evaluate, and apply diverse educational theories in today’s complex educational landscape.
In this unit, students will be developing the following capabilities:
All learning experiences are delivered online and attendance at scheduled virtual classes is expected.
On-campus attendance at scheduled classes is expected.
This is a Learning Unit. Learning Units engage students in regular learning activities to develop their knowledge, skills, and capabilities. The learning activities provide each student with feedback to support their development, and create evidence for each student’s progress towards achieving the learning outcomes of the course.
To meet the minimum requirements for this Learning Unit, you will actively engage in specified learning activities and produce a curated portfolio of work that demonstrates your knowledge, skills, and developmental progress toward the course learning outcomes. Further details are available in the unit Canvas site.
GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for Undifferentiated Pass/Fail units inc. practical units or work-integrated learning
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. Informal vivas may be conducted as part of an assessment task, where staff require further information to confirm the learning outcomes have been met. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Integrity is a core value at Edith Cowan University, and it is expected that ECU students complete their assessment tasks honestly and with acknowledgement of other people's work as well as any generative artificial intelligence tools that may have been used. This means that assessment tasks must be completed individually (unless it is an authorised group assessment task) and any sources used must be referenced.
Breaches of academic integrity can include:
Serious outcomes may be imposed if a student is found to have committed one of these breaches, up to and including expulsion from the University for repeated or serious acts.
ECU's policies and more information about academic integrity can be found on the student academic integrity website.
All commencing ECU students are required to complete the Academic Integrity Module.
The University is committed to creating an academic environment in which learning with integrity means engaging honestly, responsibly and ethically with the curriculum. Engaging in academic misconduct undermines this commitment, impedes the development of authentic knowledge and skills, and prevents meaningful learning. Academic integrity is therefore essential to the learning process and to the value of the qualifications awarded by the University.
Academic Integrity in a Learning Unit includes:
Your teaching staff will provide feedback if they have concerns that you are not acting with integrity in your learning. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are completing your work ethically.
In some circumstances, Students may apply for an extension in accordance with ECU policy and procedure - for more information visit https://askus2.ecu.edu.au/s/article/000001386.
Students may apply for Special Consideration in respect of a final unit grade, where their achievement was affected by Exceptional Circumstances as set out in ECU policy and procedure - for more information visit https://askus2.ecu.edu.au/s/article/000003318.
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