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Overview

This subject is an introduction to the philosophy, concepts and contentions impacting on school age students with disabilities and impairments. Pre-service teachers will be introduced to the legislative and ethical requirements as well as major issues informing the provision of education for students with disability and impairment.

Portfolio

Arts, Social Sciences & Commerce (Pre 2022)

Subject coordinator

Anne Southall

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 1 - UG

AQF level

Level 5 - Diploma

Available as elective

No

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Identify the major issues and contentions involved in catering for students with disability and impairment (1.3, 1.5, 1.6 )
2.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the legislative and ethical requirements that support participation and learning for students with disability and impairment
3.
Analyse the historical context and contemporary issues in inclusive education for students with disability and impairment

Learning activities

Deep dives into the reading and lecture material through collaborative discussion and experiential learning. Readings and discussions in online modules and tutorials. Interactive online materials. Tutorial discussions and experiential learning.

Requisite rules

Requisites