Foundations of Education Support

• • Who is an education support worker? - Introductions
  • The changing face of education support
  • Perceptions of education support
  • Educational theories - Behaviourist view of learning
  • Social cognitive and constructivist theories
  • Motivation, engagement, and learning
  • Strategies and technology in education support - Strategic learners
  • Strategic learning
  • Education support in the classroom
  • Assistive technology
  • Communication - How we communicate
  • Communicating with colleagues, parents/caregivers, and other stakeholders
  • Listening – the forgotten aspect of communication

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core

• TAS-EDS-CTF-2020

Special requirements

No special requirements

Foundations of Education Support 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 subject will assist you in completing your assessment tasks.

• x3 Reflective Journals (25%%)
• Theory Essay (25%%)
• Support Plan (50%%)