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Literacy
The course information on this page is for new students commencing their degree in 2016 only.
Students should follow the rules and requirements for the year that they commenced their course. The online course information for years prior to 2016 are available from the Archives link in the menu.
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The Master of Education (Literacy) is designed to further extend teachers' understandings of the English curriculum, and provides an opportunity for in-depth study of the curriculum domain through the options offered. Understanding the research basis for current policy and curriculum development is an important component of the Masters program.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Master of Education (Literacy) will be able to:
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the key aspects of contemporary English curriculum; including inter alia the role of language in learning, the place of literature (in its variety of forms) and the importance of knowledge about English language.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the historical trajectory of theories and ideas underpinning language and literacy pedagogy particularly as they inform contemporary policy and curriculum.
- Critically evaluate trends and issues in literacy policy and practice from an informed position and on the basis of empirical evidence from a range of learning contexts.
- Demonstrate mastery of communication roles appropriate to leadership among colleagues, educational systems and professional associations.
- Apply research-based understandings to enhance English language and literacy outcomes for students in schools, classrooms and communities.
Course Structure
The MEd (Literacy) requires the successful completion of:
- 72 credit points of study, comprising:
- 10 core subjects (60cp). It is recommended that EDGZ921 be completed in the first session and EDGR926 be completed in the last session of the degree; and
- 2 electives (12cp) selected from any Master of Education specialisation.
- No more than 4 subjects will be at 800 level.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following 10 core subjects (60cp): | |||
| EDGZ921 | Introduction To Research & Inquiry | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
| EDGZ801 | Psychology for Educators | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGZ802 | Introduction to Assessment Principles and Practice | 6 | Not offered in 2016 |
| EDGZ803 | Current Issues in Education: Curriculum, Pedagogy and Policy | 6 | Not offered in 2016 |
| EDGR921 | Expanding Literacy Repertoires | 6 | Spring |
| EDGR922 | Literature for Children and Young People | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGR927 | Knowing About Language in English K-10 | 6 | Spring |
| EDGR924 | Learning Environments for Literacy Development | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGR925 | Literacy Assessment: Research, Policy and Practice | 6 | Not offered in 2016 |
| EDGR926 | Current Issues in English Curriculum and Policy | 6 | Spring |
| Plus 2 elective subjects selected from any Master of Education specialisation (12cp) | |||
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
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Email: ssc@uow.edu.au