Course Title: Assist in facilitation of student learning
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: TCHE5945C
Course Title: Assist in facilitation of student learning
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4420 - Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
Course Contact: Jacqui Cheng and Melanie Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254918; 99254059
Course Contact Email: jacqeline.cheng@rmit.edu.au; melanie.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to facilitate and monitor student learning according to principles of practice used in a school.
The unit applies to education support workers who operate under the guidance and supervision of a teacher or other educational professional. They work mainly with students in classroom settings in primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
This course is clustered for delivery and assessment with Support student literacy learning (CHCEDS046)
Assessment for this course includes knowledge tasks and a practical task and a portfolio.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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CHCEDS047 Assist in facilitation of student learning |
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1. Establish an environment conducive to student learning. |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2. Facilitate the learning process. |
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Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Interact with students in ways that reflect and support principles of practice according to student learning styles. 2.2. Conduct learning activities according to provided programs and directions. 2.3. Identify and take opportunities to enhance learning activities within the scope of the principles of practice. |
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3. Support and monitor student learning. |
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of Certificate IV in School-based Education Support program. Your program consists of face to face and remote/online classes, unsupervised Directed Study and you are required to participate in compulsory work placement. It is strongly advised you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.
It is required that you attend all timetabled sessions. You must attend a minimum of 80% of all classes in order to successfully complete each unit.
Learning activities that may be undertaken in your course:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- online discussion and participation
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Workplace delivery and/or assessment
The integration of work based learning and academic learning will allow you to solve authentic industry problems or address real issues faced in organisations.
An agreement including schedule and relevant insurance documentation is required to be completed before commencing each placement. In the case where a placement ends early, please refer to 6. Early Termination of Placements in the Work Integrated Learning Procedure.
In this course your knowledge and skills will be applied and assessed in a workplace context.
As part of this unit you are required to be observed undertaking learning/assessment in your chosen industry area, gaining invaluable experience and industry contacts.
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration, practical exercises and placement. It is required that you attend all timetabled sessions. You must attend a minimum of 80% of all classes in order to successfully complete each unit. It is required that you attend your 72 hours or 100 hours placement within the allocated time frame. You must attend timetabled classes and complete required assessments in order to be eligible for an RMIT assessor to observe.
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources. Should the teaching schedule change students will be advised via blackboard.
Library Orientation & an RMIT Online Systems Information Session will be scheduled during the first two weeks of your program. Information about student services, rights and responsibilities is contained in your student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Refer to CANVAS for syllabus
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
References
EasyCite referencing guide:
https://www.lib.rmit.edu.au/easy-cite/
https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/study/referencing
The Department of Education and Training
https://www.education.vic.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx
You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include two question and answer tasks and an observation practical task done in placement. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Assessment Task 1: Unit Knowledge Questions
Assessment Task 2: Unit Knowledge questions
Assessment Task 3: Practical, Supporting and Demonstrating Literacy skills in the classroom
Assessment Task 4: Portfolio
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
All Assessment tasks should be submitted by the due date. If an extension is required, please contact your teacher and/or Coordinator before the due date.
All assessment tasks including electronically recorded student work will be kept by the University for student feedback and to meet government requirements.
Resubmissions:
If you are found to be Not Yet Competent in a Course Assessment Task you may be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your course:
You can access ‘my course’ through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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