ESP202 - Senior Psychology A: Curriculum Study
Unit details
| Year | 2015 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | (For students enrolled in courses D342, D347 and D389 only) |
| Unit chair: | C Spicer |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | A sub-major in psychology studies or equivalent |
| Incompatible with: | ETE202, ETE409 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 3 hour Seminar per week |
Content
The unit examines issues and practices in the teaching of psychology in years 11 and 12. In particular, it focuses on effective and practical strategies for teaching and assessment in VCE. There is also a focus on ethical considerations associated with teaching more sensitive topics in psychology. A critical analysis of a range of teaching and learning strategies, including both teacher-centred and experiential approaches, will be undertaken.
Assessment
Class presentation (40%) - Preparation, presentation and analysis of a 50-minute class lesson by a group of 2-3 people.
Resource folio (60%) - This individual assignment requires the student to apply specified teaching and learning strategies to course content.
Assessment will total 4000 words or equivalent.
Recommended texts
Psychology VCAA Study Design (2010)
VCE Psychology Assessment Handbook (2009) Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority, East Melbourne, Vic
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $769 | $615 | $2452 | $2612 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.