Undergraduate Course Guide Fremantle 2020

51 APPLY DIRECT NOTREDAME.EDU.AU A leading School of Education – #1 in Australia Notre Dame’s School of Education is widely recognised for providing the highest levels of practical teaching experience, complemented by sound theory. Our graduates are highly sought after in government, Catholic and Independent schools. Our distinctive approach and high levels of professional experience combine to position Notre Dame as the #1 university in Australia in Teacher Education for 'Overall quality of educational experience'. And is also the #1 university in WA for a range of Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching including: ›› Teaching quality ›› Skills development ›› Learner engagement ›› Student support ›› Graduate employment See qilt.edu.au. Critical thinking The ability to think critically is central to the role of a teacher. Across all programs, you develop your critical thinking skills, challenging you to think deeply about issues regarding curriculum, pedagogy, equity and excellence. The Core Curriculum (Philosophy, Theology and Ethics) is a complementary suite of courses that deepen your capacity to engage with all aspects of the profession. The study of Philosophy is central to understanding educational theory and perspectives regarding pedagogy, psychology and curriculum design. Studying Ethics provides a foundation for you to develop ethical decision making skills, considering values, equity and perspectives of multiple stakeholders in schools. An introduction to Theology provides students of all faiths and backgrounds an opportunity to consider the relationship between faith and reason and the role of the spiritual life in an increasingly secular society. Professional experience You gain valuable professional experience in our four-year degree programs with a sector leading 32-weeks of practical teaching. You are supported by highly experienced supervisors who work closely with mentor teachers and School practicum coordinators to ensure you get the highest level of guidance. During the practicum you undertake a course of study. This gives you the benefit of the contemporary experience of practising educators and allows you to relate the teaching methodologies examined directly to your observation and teaching practice. Career opportunities Our degrees are fully accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia and a complete spectrum of higher education programs, with an extensive range of majors and specialisations are offered. Your studies qualify you to teach across all sectors of education including in Catholic, Government and Independent schools. You can also attain full accreditation to teach Religious Education in Catholic schools. The accreditation is built into the degree for those who wish to acquire it. Literacy and Numeracy Testing for Initial Teacher Education students (LANTITE) All education students in Western Australia are required to sit the national Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) and demonstrate the required minimum level of personal literacy and numeracy prior to graduation. The test is administered externally by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)—teacheredtest.acer. edu.au— and students will be required to register with ACER and pay for the test. Double degree options It is possible to combine an Education degree with a second degree. A double degree is an excellent choice for those students who wish to complete substantial studies in another discipline. Education degrees can be combined with the following degrees: ›› Bachelor of Arts ›› Bachelor of Behavioural Science ›› Bachelor of Science Specialist degrees are available for those who aim to become Health and Physical Education teachers through the School of Health Sciences. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION “In a real sense you will be shaping the future and it will be a positive future for many, because it will be touched by your unique practical skills and knowledge, developed through an exciting and innovative degree.” Professor Caroline Mansfield / Dean, School of Education Find out more notredame.edu.au/freo/education