Details for Inclusive Education

This subject critically analyses the developmental stages of childhood to adolescence as these relate to inclusive education.

Awards offering Inclusive Education

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

• Associate Degree in Education Studies
• Bachelor of Arts (Education Studies)
• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
• Bachelor of Education (Primary)
• Diploma of Arts
• Diploma of Education Studies

Unit Content

Curriculum Objective

This subject critically analyses the developmental stages of childhood to adolescence as these relate to inclusive education. It provides an opportunity for Teacher Education Students (TES) to understand their responsibilities to develop strategies to differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across a full range of abilities. Appropriate assessment and evaluation strategies are examined in the context of a range of learning and teaching strategies for individuals with special needs. Legislative, policy and educational requirements for students with special needs from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and religious backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, will be examined. TES are encouraged to review their attitudes to diversity and disability in the light of their faith, worldview, and professional responsibilities.

Outcomes

1. With reference to the current literature, demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the uniqueness and value of individuals, including those with disabilities or special needs, relating how the literature informs practice in Christian and alternate school contexts and their responsibility to develop strategies to differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across a full range of abilities;
2. Critically analyse the diverse range of special needs, considering the impact of culture and identity on inclusive education and the learning needs of students from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and religious backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds;
3. Appraise legislation, policies, ethics and current issues regarding disability and special needs education in Australia;
4. Promote equity in classrooms and the dignity and worth of every student through inclusive teaching and behaviour management; integrate learning experiences that incorporate a variety of strategies and technologies through an understanding of differentiated instruction and layered curricula, including the use of ICT;
5. Construct an inclusive education framework with consideration given to ‘at risk’ factors in children, the application of IEPs, and strategies for working effectively and sensitively with parents/caregivers, professionals and support staff and the community.

Subject Content

• Inclusive Philosophies
• Developmental Differences
• Inclusive Pedagogies
• Legislative and Policy Requirements
• Promoting Educational Success

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to face (onsite)
• eLearning (online)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

1. Essay 1 (30%)
2. Critical Reflection (30%)
3. Essay 2 (40%)

Prescribed Text

• References will include the most current curriculum requirements for schools.

Check with the instructor each semester before purchasing any prescribed texts or representative references