Introduction
This unit introduces concepts and theories that deepen and broaden your understanding of the professional activity undertaken by education support workers in the classroom. It discusses the practical skills required in work contexts and provides opportunities to critically examine the nature of support for student learning and development. You will develop practical skills in reflection and observation by engaging in tutorials, lectures and on-line activities. This engagement in the activities of the unit will assist you in completing your assessment tasks.
Summary
| Unit name | The Role of Education Support |
| Unit code | EES161 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Robyn McCarthy |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- articulate understanding of theories underpinning educational practice in relation to education support and evaluate evidence of your own learning.
- evaluate and discuss a range of strategies and technologies that will assist in supporting student learning.
- articulate the ways education support workers communicate and collaborate within a professional team.
- reflect on the application of skills and knowledge as an education support worker in a professional context.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
ESH161Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Off Campus: |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Reflective Journal (25%)|Theory Essay (25%)|Learning Support Plan (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Kearns, K. (2024). Supporting education (4th ed.). Cengage. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Ashman, A., & Elkins, J. (Eds.) (2019). Education for inclusion and diversity (6th ed.). Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Australia. Billmeyer, R. (2010). Strategies to engage the mind of the learner: Building strategic learners. Moorabbin, VIC: Hawker Brownlow Education.
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