Teacher Education Handbook Faculty of Education

Transcription

1 Teacher Education Handbook 2011 Faculty of Education

2 Faculty of Education Teacher Education Handbook Teacher Education Handbook 2011

3 Contents MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN 4 2 FACULTY STRUCTURE AND RESOURCES Academic Staff Directors Student Support Adviser (SSA) Administrative and Technical Staff 7 Contact Details Student Services Centre Curriculum Resources Centre 8 3 COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND STRUCTURES Course Requirements for Bachelor Degrees Dean s Scholar Program Graduate Diploma in Education Credit Point System Credit Transfer Honours Seeking Ethics Approval for Research 12 4 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Professional Experience Placement School Placement School Locations Attendances and Absences Professional Conduct Prohibited Persons Legislation 20 5 RESOURCES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Student Charter University Alumni Association Library StartSmart Essential Academic Information Skills Dean of Students First Year at UOW Student Support Advisers (SSAs) Careers Central Counselling Services Disability Services Learning Development Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) Computer Services and Training UniCentre Clubs and Societies Scholarships, Prizes and Awards Dean s Merit List Responsibilities of Students Academic Record Student Online Services - SOLSMail Enrolment in Tutorials Attendance and Behaviour 25 Faculty of Education Handbook

4 5.23 Submission and Return of Assignments Resubmission of Assignments Collection of Assignments Penalties for Late Submission of Assignments Extensions Etiquette Consultations and Correspondence 26 6 IMPORTANT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Academic Misconduct Plagiarism Applications for Student Academic Consideration Process for Appealing Assessment Results 28 7 NOTES ON ESSAY WRITING General Points Helpful Reference Books Analyse the Question Problems with the Question Reading and Note-taking Summary about Notes Outlining your argument, position or point of view Collecting Evidence Structuring your essay Non-Sexist Language 38 8 REFERENCING Introduction 39 9 GUIDE TO ASSESSMENT OF WRITTEN WORK GRADES OF PERFORMANCE APPENDIX Academic Year Session Dates Key Dates Faculty of Education Planner Progression Grids Referencing Grid (Harvard Style) 58 Please note: details in the Handbook are correct at time of printing but may be subject to variation through the year. Faculty of Education Handbook

5 Message from the Dean Welcome to the Faculty of Education and congratulations on your decision to study at the University of Wollongong. The Faculty of Education has been acknowledged as a leader in the field of pre-service teacher education within Australia because of its success in educating outstanding teachers. Its reputation across the international community rests on this success as well as the quality and diversity offered by its ongoing programs of research. A teaching qualification from the Faculty of Education is highly valued for a number of reasons. The reputation of our staff, the nature of the programs, the international teaching opportunities that are available and a graduate employment rate well beyond other similar teacher preparation institutions are all factors that contribute to the quality of the degree you will obtain with us. In addition, of special note are the early and frequent practice teaching experiences embedded within our programs of study. Successful completion of your particular degree will equip you to develop a rewarding and productive career in the field of education, enabling you to work within our national school systems and throughout the world. This booklet contains information about the Faculty itself as well as providing details about facilities, resources and procedures across the University that will support you in your studies. Used in conjunction with the Faculty's Dive In to Education resource, which is available from the Faculty of Education home page, the Handbook will help you to understand how the Faculty operates and what your responsibilities are as a student. It contains information about the structure of individual degrees, practice teaching experiences and guidelines related to the construction and assessment of assignments. It also outlines scope for further study on completion of your initial degree. I am confident that the opportunities we are able to offer you will ensure that you enjoy your time with us as you prepare for a career that is significant in terms of its impact on the future of young people. I wish you all the best for your studies in the Faculty of Education. Professor Paul Chandler Dean Faculty of Education Handbook

6 2 Faculty Structure and Resources The Faculty of Education offers programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in teacher training and specialist areas of education. The main focus of the undergraduate programs is teacher training, although a major sequence of subjects is also available to students from other faculties, such as Arts, who are interested in issues related to teaching and learning. The postgraduate program primarily focuses on the broader aspects of education, research and training, although Graduate Diploma programs offer teacher-training credentials at the postgraduate level. More information about both the undergraduate and postgraduate programs of the Faculty is available from the Faculty of Education website at index.html 2.1 Academic Staff The senior executive of the Faculty consists of the Dean, the Senior Associate Dean, the Sub Dean and three Associate Deans. These people have overall responsibility for the many different areas of the Faculty's operations. They are assisted by Directors and Coordinators, each of whom has particular responsibilities within the teaching programs. Students are encouraged to consult with Directors of their programs if they have questions regarding subject choice or if they encounter any problems related to the progress of their degrees during the course of their study. First Year Coordinators for each undergraduate program also provide support for beginning students. All enquiries will be dealt with confidentially, in accordance with the University's Privacy policy which can be inspected on the University's website at index.html Dean Professor Paul Chandler Senior Associate Dean Associate Professor Ian Brown Sub Dean Dr Julie Kiggins Associate Dean (Teacher Education) Dr Sharon Tindall-Ford Associate Dean (Research and Graduate) Professor Lori Lockyer Associate Dean (Engagement & Development) Associate Professor Pauline Lysaght Room Phone (02) chandler@uow.edu.au Room TBA Phone TBA ibrown@uow.edu.au Room TBA Phone TBA jkiggins@uow.edu.au Room TBA Phone TBA sharontf@uow.edu.au Room Phone (02) llockyer@uow.edu.au Room TBA Phone TBA pauline@uow.edu.au Faculty of Education Handbook

7 Directors Director Bachelor of Education - The Early Years Dr Jillian Trezise Director Bachelor of Mathematics Education/ Bachelor of Science Education Dr Gordon Brown Director: Bachelor of Physical and Health Education Dr Phil Pearson Director Bachelor of Primary Education TBA Director Graduate Diploma in Education TBA Director Postgraduate Teaching Dr Irina Verenikina Director Postgraduate Research Dr Honglin Chen Director Projects and Tenders Professor Wilma Vialle Director IT Associate Professor Sue Bennett Research Director Honours Program Dr Shirley Agostinho Research Director IERE Associate Professor Tony Okely Room 23.G04 Phone (02) jtrezise@uow.edu.au Room 23.G11 Phone (02) gbrown@uow.edu.au Room 23.G10 Phone (02) pearson@uow.edu.au Room TBA Phone TBA TBA Room TBA Phone TBA TBA Room Phone (02) irina@uow.edu.au Room Phone (02) honglin_chen@uow.edu.au Room Phone (02) wilma_vialle@uow.edu.au Room Phone (02) sue_bennett@uow.edu.au Room Phone (02) shirleya@uow.edu.au Room Phone (02) tony_okely@uow.edu.au Faculty of Education Handbook

8 2.3 Student Support Adviser (SSA) Student Support Advisers (SSA) are members of the University s Student Services team. They offer support to students in each faculty. Kerry Banks is the SSA for the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Creative Arts. She issituated in Building 23, Room G03. Kerry provides inform ation, referral and liaison support for Education students and works on programs addressing student equity and diversity issues. She can help with issues such as: Welfare problems (International and Domestic students). Liaising with/for the University's Disability Service. Liaison and referral to services such as Counselling, Accommodation, Learning Development and the Careers Service. $500 EdStart UoW Grants for low income students. Transition programs for international students. Liaison with the Academic Registrar's Division and other areas of the University about issues such as fees, compliance and international student issues. Referral and liaison with external agencies eg health, welfare, financial assistance. As an emergency point of contact for students involved in critical incidents or at risk of harm. Provision of equity information. Contact details: Kerry Banks Location: 23.G03 Tel: (02) kerryb@uow.edu.au 2.4 Administrative and Technical Staff Students and academic staff are well supported by the Faculty of Education administrative staff. The Students Services Centre (SSC) is located on the ground floor of Building 23 at the western end. The SSC is where students can have questions answered concerning timetables, course enquiries, enrolment, tutorial enrolment, etc. The Enquiry Counter is administered by SSC staff members and is open between 8.30am pm. When necessary, students will be directed to the appropriate academic staff member for support. All post-graduate enquiries should be directed to the Research and Graduate Unit located in Building 67 Room 311, Phone Faculty of Education Handbook

9 2.4.1 Contact details-student Service Centre Student Service Centre Location: 23.G21 Tel: (02) Fax: (02) Professional Experience (PEX) Unit Robyn Lumby Location: 23.G17 Tel: (02) Rachelle Tom Location: 23.G17 Tel: (02) Graduate Diploma in Education Carla Giliberti Location: 23.G21 Tel: (02) Physical and Health Education Equipment Support Garry Morgan (By appointment only) Location: URAC Tel: (02) Curriculum Resources Centre The Curriculum Resources Centre (CRC) provides teaching resource materials for the students of the Faculty of Education. The collection includes materials for Early Childhood settings through to Year 12 Higher School Certificate covering most subjects, Primary and Secondary school syllabi and support material, various formats of material including books, posters, kits, maps, audio and video cassettes, computer software, games and toys. The CRC is located on the first floor of Building 22, Wollongong campus. The CRC collection is integrated into the University Library Catalogue. (The Catalogue record location field will indicate if the item is in the CRC (e.g. CRC Lending, CRC Junior Fiction, CRC Short Loans)). The resources are available for use by enrolled students and staff of the University of Wollongong. Local community members may use the CRC, and some may be eligible to borrow. Items borrowed from the CRC should be returned to the CRC, not to the University Library. A returns chute is located outside the main entrance of the CRC, and an 'out of hours' returns chute is located outside the northwestern entrance. Contact telephone number for the CRC is (02) For opening hours and further information, refer to: Faculty of Education Handbook

10 3 Course Requirements and Structures 3.1 Course Requirements for Bachelor Degrees To qualify for the award of an undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Education a student must complete satisfactorily the subjects and requirements outlined in the relevant course structure. Please refer to the Course Grid in the Appendix in order to determine what is required within the degree you are undertaking. Candidates must accrue an aggregate of a minimum of 192 credit points by satisfactorily completing all subjects listed in the prescribed schedule or grid (see Appendix for course structures). 3.2 Dean s Scholar Program Dean's Scholars must fulfill the course requirements relevant to the specific course in which they are enrolled. The Dean's Scholar degrees provide an enriched educational experience for high achieving students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of education. Students enrolled in the Dean's Scholar degrees will fulfill the same requirements for their respective courses but will be allocated an academic mentor and engage in enriched assessment tasks in specified subjects. Students in the Dean s Scholar Program may apply for entry into Honours in fourth year or they may elect to enrol in the standard fourth year of their respective program. Dean's Scholar Degrees Available: Bachelor of Primary Education (Dean's Scholar) Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (Dean's Scholar) Bachelor of Education - The Early Years (Dean's Scholar) Bachelor of Mathematics Education (Dean's Scholar) Bachelor of Science Education (Dean's Scholar) Entry Requirements: Entry will be competitive and will be by application and interview. A minimum ATAR of 90 is required for admission. In addition to applying through UAC, candidates must submit a completed Dean's Scholar application and attend an interview in December. Current Education students can apply for a course transfer to the Dean's Scholar program at the completion of their first full year of study if they have completed 48 credit points of study at 100 level and have achieved a Weighted Average Mark of 85%. Minimum Progress: Deans Scholars are required to maintain a Weighted Average Mark of at least 80 to continue in the program. 3.3 Graduate Diploma in Education The Graduate Diploma in Education (Grad Dip Ed or GDE) is a professional course in teacher training for postgraduate students who wish to earn a recognised teaching qualification in either Primary or Secondary education. The program is offered at the Wollongong campus as well as education sites at Shoalhaven, Bega and Bateman s Bay. For those in the full-time program, the GDE (Primary) is an intensive one-year course, extending from mid-january until late November. The GDE (Secondary) course extends from early February until late Faculty of Education Handbook

11 November. This is considerably longer than the usual February to October academic year as students in the full-time GDE need to complete all of their course work as well as eleven weeks of professional experience in one year. At Shoalhaven, Bega and Batemans Bay there is the opportunity to study the GDE part time over 18months or two years. After successful completion of the GDE in their chosen method, students will be recognised as qualified to teach in either primary or secondary schools in NSW, other states in Australia as well as internationally. Their status is equivalent to beginning teachers in the undergraduate courses offered by the Faculty of Education (four year trained status). Director (GDE) TBA Ms Carla Giliberti (Administrative Officer) (02) Building 23: Student Services Centre Shoalhaven Campus Coordinator Dr Noelene Weatherby-Fell (02) Bateman s Bay Coordinator Dr Rae Luckie (02) rae@uow.edu.au Bega Coordinator Dr Sue Duchesne (02) sued@uow.edu.au 3.4 Credit Point System Credit points are a basic measure of workload. All subjects are allocated a credit point value. A normal full-time annual workload is 48 credit points. The academic year is divided into two main sessions, Autumn and Spring, where full-time students enrol in 24 credit points each session and part-time students enrol in 12 credit points each session. In general, each credit point equates with 2 hours of study per week, so each 6 credit point subject requires a total of 12 hours of study per week, including lectures and tutorials. All subjects are allocated an identification code: the lettering refers to the course content and the first number indicates the level of the subject eg. EDFE 101 is an Education subject in the Foundations strand and it is offered in Autumn Session (first session) in the first year of study. 3.5 Credit Transfer Students who have completed studies at pass grade or better in other faculties at UOW or at another tertiary institution may request credit transfer for these studies. Specified credit may be given for subjects that are equivalent to those offered by the University of Wollongong. Unspecified credit may be given for other subjects, relevant to the respective degree for which credit transfer is sought. Faculty of Education Handbook

12 3.6 Honours The Faculty of Education provides its high achieving academic students with the opportunity to receive quality research training through its Honours program. Honours is offered for each of the three undergraduate programs: Bachelor of Education - The Early Years, Bachelor of Primary Education and Bachelor of Physical and Health Education. It is embedded into the fourth year of the degree. (The Honours program for the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education is embedded into the Spring semester of the third year and the complete fourth year of the degree.) Students enrolled in the Honours program undertake a research project with the support of two supervisors. For Early Years and Primary Education students, the Honours project is worth 24 credit points. For Physical and Health Education students, the Honours project is worth 18 credit points. Students who wish to be considered for the Early Years and Primary Education Honours program need to submit a research proposal in the first week of December. Students who wish to be considered for the Physical and Health Education Honours program need to submit a research proposal in the last week of May. The Faculty Research Committee assesses these proposal and students are notified of the outcome approximately two weeks later. Students must have achieved a high level of academic performance (Weighted Average Mark of 75+) to be candidates for Honours. The Honours Coordinator provides information sessions to explain the Honours year, the enrolment processes, submitting a research proposal, selecting a supervisor, as well as information about possible research projects. In Spring session Early Years and Primary Education students interested in applying for Honours may enrol in a Project Subject (negotiated with Honours Coordinator and Course Director) in place of a Discipline Elective. The purpose of this experience is for students to engage with researchers within the Faculty and associated Research Strengths. Interested students could work either on a topic of their choice or within an existing research project and work on a slice of the project under the guidance of an investigator within the project. The project will run for one session (13 weeks) and the student will be an active member of the research team as they review literature, contribute to data collection, assist with any data analysis and attend any Research Strength meetings. It is anticipated that this relationship would lead into an Honours project for the following year. The grade of Honours is determined by a student s weighted average mark (WAM). Please refer to the University of Wollongong Calendar of Governance, Rules & Policies for more information on how grades of Honours are determined for particular degrees and the grade for each class of Honours. Students are required to submit an application to the University of Wollongong s Human Research Ethics Committee for approval to undertake research involving human subjects. This application must be approved before candidates can collect any data. Students who wish to conduct research in Department of Education and Training (DET) schools will also need to seek approval from the State Office through the State Education Research Approval Process (SERAP). An information session on the ethics Faculty of Education Handbook

13 and SERAP processes will be scheduled for Honours students at the beginning of their candidature. Each student will be required to complete two progress reports throughout their Honours candidature and give an oral presentation of their research findings. For Early Years and Primary Education students, Honours theses are submitted for examination in early October. For Physical and Health Education students, Honours theses are submitted for examination in early May. Honours theses are examined by one internal and one external examiner (nominated by supervisors). Students are able to claim back $100 from the Faculty for their studies and may be eligible for funding to support travel to present their findings at national conferences. There are also a number of scholarships for which students may apply please see the Honours Coordinator or Faculty support contact for details. Scholarships and other Awards are advertised on the University website. For further information refer to: Faculty Honours Coordinator Dr Shirley Agostinho Room Phone shirleya@uow.edu.au Faculty Support contact for Honours Students Ms Kim Oborn Location: Tel: (02) koborn@uow.edu.au 3.7 Seeking Ethics Approval for Research When teacher education students conduct research, they need ethical approval for such activities. Research includes conducting interviews, surveys, collecting work samples, taking photographs or observing children. Seeking such approval is necessary whether it is part of a research degree or an assignment as part of a subject. Further information about seeking ethics approval can be gained by looking at the relevant section of the Faculty of Education web site students/uow There are three possible pathways for seeking such approval with two levels or types of research within each pathway. These three different pathways vary according to the sensitivity of the topic, who is involved in the research and the methods used. The three pathways are distinguished by the different forms needed: Pathway No. 1 No Ethics Form needed This is the most innocuous type of research and usually occurs for an assignment within a subject or on practicum. This involves observing teachers or children without any direct form of data gathering such as interviews, surveys or collecting children s work samples. It may involve informal chats with a classroom teacher or children as part of everyday classroom interactions that is typical on a practicum experience. Subject coordinators and principals should still be informed about the type of Faculty of Education Handbook

14 interaction occurring and assignment guidelines need to be clearly written within subject outlines. The use of reflective journals for writing about classroom observations is typical of the method for this type of research Pathway No. 2 Faculty Ethics Form This type of assignment based research involves data gathering with a teacher and may include interviews, surveys or anonymous work samples from children. Details for this type of research need to be clearly described in a subject outline and a faculty ethics form needs to be completed. If the topic is not sensitive (such as the description of existing teaching strategies), then the Faculty ethics form need only be approved by the subject coordinator. If the topic is possibly sensitive, the Faculty ethics form has to be approved by the Faculty Ethics Committee. Details can be obtained from Kim Oborn in the Faculty of Education on (02) Pathway No. 3 University Ethics Form Any research for degrees (Hons. Masters, PhD) or research involving children needs to be documented on a University Ethics Form and approved by the University of Wollongong Human Research Ethics Committee. It is the supervisor s responsibility that the ethics form is filled in appropriately with all necessary information. Details and forms can be obtained from the Office of Research website or contact HREC officer on (02) Research involving children requires 14 copies of the form submitted to the Office of Research whereas research with consenting adults needs one form submitted. Research in DET schools needs an application from the State Education Research Approval Process (SERAP) available at Faculty of Education Handbook

15 4 Professional Experience Professional Experience (school placement) is a compulsory component of all Faculty of Education preservice teacher education courses. Whilst the subjects undertaken within the University context provide knowledge and skills about teaching and learning, it is within the school context that preservice teachers can begin to make the vital connections between theory and practice. It is during their professional experience placements that preservice teachers are provided with opportunities to understand the complex nature of teachers work and to develop the Graduate Teacher Professional Teaching Standards required for accreditation with the New South Wales Institute of Teachers. During each professional experience placement preservice teachers must display the ability to carry out the duties required of a teacher and demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm towards the teaching profession. During their final professional experience preservice teachers must demonstrate that they have attained the graduate teaching standards outlined by the NSW Institute of Teachers Professional Teaching Standards. Further information on the NSW Institute of Teachers can be found at: Professional Experience Placement 2011 Outlined below are the 2011 Professional Experience dates for first year undergraduate teacher education courses and the Graduate Diploma in Education. Degree / Subject Bachelor of Primary Education Subject: EDPD101 Bachelor of Education: Early Years Subject: EYPD102 Bachelor of Physical and Health Education Subject: EDPP102 Bachelor of Maths Education Subject: EDPD Professional Experience Autumn Session 10 immersion days on a Thursday Commences: 14 th March Concludes: 30 th May 2 week block: 13 th June - 24 th June Spring Session 5 rolling days on a Tuesday Commences: 23 rd August Concludes: 20 th September 3 week block: 17 th October - 4 th November Spring Session 10 Rolling days : 9 Fridays + 1 additional day to be negotiated with school Commences: 25 th July Concludes: 19 rd September Autumn Session 10 rolling days on a Thursday Commences: 14 th March Concludes: 2 nd June 1 week block: 20 th June - 24 th June Faculty of Education Handbook

16 Bachelor of Science Education Subject: EDPD105 Autumn Session 10 rolling days on a Thursday Commences: 14 th March Concludes: 2 nd June 1 week block: 20 th June - 24 th June Graduate Diploma in Education Autumn intake: EDGD800 Autumn 14 st March - 8 th April 6 th June - 24 th June Spring 17 th October - 18 th November Graduate Diploma in Education Spring intake: EDGD800 Spring th October - 11 th November Autumn weeks mid March 4 weeks early June Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion program Autumn 6 th June - 17 th June Spring 17 th October - 4 th November 4.2 School Placement To be allocated to a school for professional experience a preservice teacher must be enrolled in the relevant subject in which the professional experience is embedded. Students must also complete a Professional Experience Placement Acknowledgement Form and submit to the PEx Unit prior to attending a school for Professional Experience. Each professional experience must be completed when scheduled in the degree and at the designated time allocated by the University in each academic year. Students must satisfy the requirements of each professional experience placement before proceeding to the next scheduled professional experience in the degree in which they are enrolled. Preservice teachers must attend all professional experience days and be present for the whole school day. The Faculty is responsible for seeking school placements. Preservice teachers must not approach a school to request a placement unless they have received approval from the Faculty to complete an Out of Area professional experience. Preservice teachers will be automatically allocated to their first professional experience school through the Professional Experience Administrator website. As the allocation is based on each postcode listed in SOLS, it is vital that preservice teachers ensure that their personal details are correct and based on their Faculty of Education Handbook

17 University address for that session. For all other professional experience placements preservice teachers will have the opportunity to select preferences prior to school allocation. Due to ethical and professional reasons preservice teachers will not be able to undertake any professional experience at a school where they work, or where they have relatives employed or enrolled. It is the responsibility of the preservice teacher to notify the Faculty immediately if they have been placed in a school that breaches this policy. During each professional experience placement, preservice teachers must demonstrate that they have the ability to teach the minimum teaching load and carry out all duties required of a preservice teacher. Preservice teachers who have a medical condition, illness, injury or disability that may impact on a school placement and their ability to fulfil expectations of a professional experience should make an appointment to meet with the Director of Professional Experience or the Director of the degree in which they are enrolled. Registration with Disability Services may be required in order for suitable reasonable adjustments to be considered. 4.3 School Locations Local schools The Faculty of Education seeks offers of placement from early childhood centres and public, Catholic and independent primary and secondary schools in the Sutherland, Wollongong, Shellharbour, Campbelltown, Southern Highlands and Shoalhaven areas Out of Area schools Preservice teachers may apply to complete a professional experience at a school located outside the Faculty of Education region. Students considering an out of area professional experience placement must formally apply to the Faculty of Education and gain approval prior to approaching an out of area school. An application to complete an out of area professional experience must be submitted to the relevant program Director at least six weeks prior to a professional experience. Applications will be assessed on the applicant s academic progress and any previous professional experience reports. The eligibility requirements for an out of area placement are outlined on page Overseas Professional Experiences The Faculty of Education has a long history of providing overseas professional experience opportunities in Malaysia, Fiji, China and Thailand. These experiences, when offered, have limited places and all preservice teachers must submit an application to the Professional Experience Unit to be considered for an overseas placement. A student wishing to nominate for an overseas experience should consult the Director of his or her particular course as well as the coordinator of the overseas experience to determine whether or not the teaching experience is appropriate in terms of the student s program of study. If offered a placement in an overseas professional experience the cost to attend must be covered by each preservice teacher. The eligibility requirements for an overseas professional experience placement are outlined on page 18. Faculty of Education Handbook

18 Please Note: Overseas professional experiences may be cancelled at short notice due to health factors or other unforeseen circumstances. It is the student s responsibility to have the appropriate travel insurance Beyond the Line and Beyond the Bridge Programs The New South Wales Department of Education and Training (DET) provide opportunities for preservice teachers to be placed Beyond the Line (teaching and living in rural NSW) and Beyond the Bridge (teaching in Sydney s western and south western school communities).these programs are competitive and to be selected for either of these programs students must submit an application to the Professional Experience Unit. The DET also provides a Beyond the Line- School Community Visits experience. Further information on these programs can be found at: The Faculty of Education eligibility requirements for Beyond the Bridge and Beyond the Line opportunities are outlined on page 18. Faculty of Education Handbook

19 4.3.5 Professional Experience Opportunities in 2011 Eligibility Requirements Program Year Subject Eligible to apply Bachelor of Primary Education 2 nd EDPS 202 Out of Area Placement Overseas Bachelor of Primary Education 3 rd EDKM301 Beyond the Bridge (Bus trip only) Beyond the Line (Bus trip only) Bachelor of Primary Education Internship EDPD 402 Beyond the Bridge Beyond the Line Out of Area Placement Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health Education) Graduate Diploma in Education - across all campuses 3 rd EDPH 302 Beyond the Bridge Beyond the Line Out of Area Placement Overseas Minor EDGD 800 Overseas Major EDGD 800 Beyond the Bridge Beyond the Line Out of Area Placement Bachelor of Mathematics Education 3 rd EDUT 304 Beyond the Bridge Beyond the Line Out of Area Placement Overseas Bachelor of Science Education 3 rd EDUT 306 Beyond the Bridge Beyond the Line Out of Area Placement Overseas Bachelor of Mathematics Education 4 th EDUT 404 Out of Area Placement Bachelor of Science Education 4 th EDUT 406 Out of Area Placement Bachelor of Early Childhood Education 4 th ECPP 401 Beyond the Bridge Beyond the Line Out of Area Placement Faculty of Education Handbook

20 4.4 Attendance and Absences Preservice teachers must check at the start of each session the scheduled dates for each professional experience, as all professional experiences must be completed during the dates designated by the Faculty of Education. Preservice teachers are required to attend all allocated professional experience days and be present for the whole school day - failure to do so will result in a Fail or Unsatisfactory grade being awarded for professional experience. A Professional Experience report will not be given to a preservice teacher by their supervising teacher until all required days have been completed. Arrival and departure times that are specified by each school must be adhered to, however, the Faculty of Education expects students to be present at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the school day and be available for meetings after school throughout each professional experience placement. If an absence must occur due to illness or other extenuating circumstances the student must contact his or her school as early as possible and notify the Faculty. A student must negotiate with their supervising teacher to make up any days missed. A medical certificate for absences of two or more days must be submitted to the In-School Professional Experience Coordinator. 4.5 Professional Conduct The University of Wollongong Code of Practice: Student Professional Experience outlines the responsibilities of students when they are involved in any professional experience in a setting outside of the University that is a requirement of a course or subject offered by the University. The Code of Practice can be found at: policy/uow Preservice teachers in the Faculty of Education are expected to act in accordance with University of Wollongong Code of Practice: Student Professional Experience. The Faculty expects that during all school placements: Preservice teachers behave ethically and in a manner that upholds the good name of the Faculty of Education and the University of Wollongong. Preservice teachers adhere to the professional ethics and codes of conduct appropriate to the teaching profession. Preservice teachers dress professionally and in a manner appropriate to the setting in which the professional experience is undertaken. Preservice teachers maintain confidentiality with regard to privileged information that they will have access to during professional experience placements. Additional policies and procedures specific to professional experience are outlined in the Faculty of Education Professional Experience Handbook that students will receive prior to all professional experience placements. Faculty of Education Handbook

21 4.6 Prohibited Persons Legislation The Child Protection (Prohibited Employment) Act 1998 requires that a Prohibited Employment Declaration is completed by all individuals, prior to commencing work that will primarily involve direct contact with children. This includes teacher education students undertaking professional experience as part of an educational course. This procedure forms part of the Prohibited Persons Legislation and is administered by the University. Preservice teachers in the Faculty of Education must complete the Prohibited Employment Declaration at the commencement of their teacher education course before undertaking any professional experience that will involve working with children. A preservice teacher who has concerns or questions about this procedure, should make an appointment to meet with either the Director of Professional Experience or the Director of the program in which they are enrolled. Faculty of Education students should be aware that as part of the Child Protection Policy, the NSW Department of Education and Training conduct police record checks on preservice teachers prior to an internship and on all applicants wishing to be registered to teach in NSW government schools. It is an offence under NSW law to undertake or remain in child-related employment (employment which involves direct contact with children) if you are a prohibited person. Please Note: Preservice teachers will not be permitted to undertake any professional experience that involves working with children without signing and submitting the Prohibited Employment Declaration to the Faculty of Education. Faculty of Education Handbook

22 5 Resources and Responsibilities 5.1 Student Charter UOW's student charter states that 'As a student at the University of Wollongong you will belong to a vibrant international community that offers enriching academic, personal and social experiences'. This charter acts as a central hub that provides links to many items of information for students. It outlines the relationship between students and the University - the expectations that each has of the other as well as the responsibilities we all share. Find out what respect, diversity and responsibility (and much more) means at UOW A wide range of facilities and resources exist within the University to support you in your studies. You can find out about these services through following the relevant links from the University homepage. Some of the most widely used resources are included below. 5.2 University Alumni Association (Education Chapter) The Faculty has an active Chapter of the University Alumni Association, who support students, staff and graduates of Education. The Chapter can be contacted through the Chapter Room, , or phone: , education_alumni@uow.edu.au. 5.3 Library Any and all questions about the Library and its vast resources can be answered by going directly to and following links to particular items. The Library offers practical help by providing guides, web-based tutorials and hands-on workshops - information about these services can be accessed through the website (above) or by ringing (02) or alternatively use our a Librarian service located at StartSmart - Essential Academic Information Skills This program is designed to help students achieve a minimum level of information literacy skills at the start of their studies so that they can locate, use and evaluate information effectively. It is compulsory for undergraduate students and must be completed within the first six weeks of session. If this requirement is not met by the end of the first session of study, students will have their results withheld. For further information follow the links to StartSmart - Essential Academic Information Skills from the Library website Dean of Students The Dean of Students is the Students Ombudsman and investigates high level academic grievances for undergraduate and coursework students as well as serious grievances that have not been resolved by the Faculty or Professional Units. Other matters not dealt with by University Committees and that are considered serious or unlawful or contrary to the University s codes and rules may also be taken to the Dean of Students. The office is located in Bldg. 19 Room G003. For appointments and enquiries phone (02) or marion@uow.edu.au 5.6 First Year at UOW If you are a first year student and you are feeling overwhelmed by the experience, the first piece of advice is Don t Panic! Useful information that is regularly updated as Faculty of Education Handbook

23 well as answers to many of the questions you may have will be found at You can also contact your First Year Coordinator for support. 5.7 Student Support Advisers (SSAs) Student Support Advisers are located in each faculty and they look after the welfare and equity of all students. The provide information and referral to an appropriate service for assistance. Contact details can be found by following the links from Careers Central This facility provides services, programs and resources that will help you with regard to career planning and job seeking activities. More details are available at Counselling Services Free and confidential counselling is offered to students and staff who wish to discuss areas of difficulty, conflict or crisis in their lives. To make an appointment to see one of the counsellors, phone (02) or call in at the office located on the third floor of the UniCentre (use the IT Resource Centre lift or the car park stairs). For further details refer to http: Disability Services The Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) provides information, advice and support to students with disability. Students requiring assistance can contact the Disability Liaison Officer by phone (02) ; or facsimile (02) or call in at the office located on the third floor of the UniCentre building. Students with disability who are commencing courses are advised to contact the Disability Liaison Officer prior to the beginning of their first session of study at Learning Development A wide range of free services is offered to all enrolled students who wish to improve their academic skills. For information on academic skills and English language workshops, or to make appointments for individual consultations, please visit the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) - Room G102 on the ground floor of Building 19 - or ring (02) Further information is available at /services/ld/ Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) This program encourages students to work together in order to consolidate their understanding of course material and improve their grades. The program operates in the Faculty of Education for Bachelor of Physical & Health Education students taking EDPS 101: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 2011 and participation is recommended. More detailed information can be found at services/pass/ Computer Services and Training For information regarding computer services and training for students go to UniCentre UniCentre exists to create a dynamic, inspiring and unique environment for students at the University of Wollongong (UOW). We are the centre of social activity on Faculty of Education Handbook

24 campus, offering retail, food, events, programs, services and facilities. Our purpose is to enhance the student experience and complement academic life. For details go to Clubs and Societies If you are you interested in sharing similar interests, creating social and professional networks, or even just making new friends then Clubs and Societies are for you! There are over 60 clubs affiliated with UniCentre and these cover a myriad of interests. Get involved in UOW s diverse culture through joining clubs and societies! By joining a club, you will also have the opportunity to participate in the UniCentre Cup and Clubs & Societies Awards Night, two highlights of the social calendar. For more information go to Scholarships, Prizes and Awards The Faculty of Education is keen to acknowledge your accomplishments as you strive for excellence in your particular program of study. To this end, we have instigated an annual Prize and Award Ceremony that traditionally occurs in 30 April at about the same time as the University s graduation ceremonies. The Prize and Awards Ceremony is coordinated by the Dean s Unit of the Faculty. For further information please contact the Faculty Business Manager on (02) or call in to The following awards have been typically presented at this ceremony: Dean s Merit List (see note below) Education Alumni Prizes for Excellence Education Alumni Physical and Health Education Rebel Sports Award Education Alumni Educational Leadership Award Education Alumni Early Childhood Education Practicum Award Education Alumni Canadian Grad. Dip. Practicum Award Education Alumni Primary Bachelor of Teaching Internship Award Australian College of Educators (ACE) Outstanding Pre Service Teacher Award Maths Association of NSW Student Prize Campus Chapter of the Alumni Network Honours Year Prize URAC Academic Achievement Award for a first year Bachelor of Education Physical and Health Education Student NSW Minerals Council Award in K-6 Science and Technology The Bishop Ingham Award for Academic Excellence in Religious Education Australian Literacy Educators Association Award for Excellence in Literacy Outstanding Achievement in Primary Science and Technology Outstanding Achievement in Early Childhood Science and Technology Mitsui Education Foundation University of Wollongong Ambassador Student for Study Tour of Japan Department of Education Science & Training (DEST) Science Education Award Aunty Mary Davis Scholarship Kazacos Foundation Scholarship for Early Childhood Teaching For more information see the following link Faculty of Education Handbook

25 5.17 Dean s Merit List The Dean s Merit List for academic performance is compiled each year after declaration of results following Spring Session. The list is based on the top 5% of students determined by the Weighted Average Mark (WAM) achieved by each student over at least 24 credit points in two consecutive sessions. Students who achieve this standard will receive a letter of congratulations from the Dean as well as having the achievement noted on their official University record and on their academic transcript Responsibilities of Students Individual students are required to accept responsibility for progress in their academic programs as well as ensuring that entries on their academic records are correct. The responsibilities outlined below are drawn from relevant University policies which can be located within the University Policy Directory at Academic Record You need to check your academic record regularly to make sure you are enrolled in the correct subjects each session so that you fulfill the relevant requirements in your course of study. Access to your academic record is through SOLS at It is your responsibility to withdraw from subjects in which you do not wish to continue. You must do this by the withdrawal date listed in Session and Key Dates on the SOLS homepage. Failure to withdraw by the appropriate date will lead to a Fail grade on your academic transcript and you will incur a HECS debt for the subject. You should keep a hard copy file of all correspondence from the Academic Registrar s Division (main administration area for the University) from the commencement to completion of your degree Student Online Services - SOLSMail SOLSMail is the primary method of communication with students. It is essential that you check your SOLSMail on a regular basis Enrolment in Tutorials Enrolment in tutorials may take place either during the first lecture of a subject or online through the SMP online tutorial sign up at Information about tutorial signups is posted on this page. Before beginning the process of online tutorial sign up you need to check the Subject Timetables (also listed on the SOLS homepage) to gain an idea about the time that best suits your schedule. It is a good idea to identify several times slots because there is no guarantee that you will be able to enroll in the tutorial of initial choice. If you cannot enrol in your first choice you need to put your name into a tutorial slot so that later on you may be able to negotiate with the subject coordinator for a change in tutorial time. Special consideration can only be given to extreme cases and, although we attempt to meet the needs of all students, work schedules and child-care are not generally considered by the University as warranting special consideration. Faculty of Education Handbook