Master of Teaching (Primary)

Overview

Aims and objectives

At completion of the Master of Teaching (Primary), graduates will have:

• analyse, plan and implement highly effective learning programs across multiple discipline and methodological domains in primary education through an understanding of human development incorporating both theoretical and evidence-based research
• maximise student learning outcomes through the integrated application of learning areas, disciplines and pedagogical approaches in primary education
• critically analyse the impact of global and local education policy, leadership and practice on primary education systems from a socio-political perspective
• apply critical thinking to understanding ethical approaches to designing and implementing learning programs in primary education where robust and rigorous evaluative tools are used to measure impact on student learning and wellbeing
• plan, teach and assess student learning with integrity, using ethical and professional approaches to practice in primary education
• partner innovatively and ethically with industry, communities and families to maximise opportunities for student learning, outcomes and life achievements as well as professional growth
• investigate complex local and global issues, including the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and masterfully articulate the implications of these issues and provide potential solutions to bring about positive change in primary education
• create and design innovative learning programs in primary education that are responsive to student learning needs, underpinned by theoretical and evidence-based practices and aligned with jurisdictional curriculum and regulatory expectations

Career opportunities

Graduates may find teaching positions in primary schools.

Professional recognition

This course meets the academic requirements outlined by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). VIT recognition enables graduates to register as a teacher Australia-wide.

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Master of Teaching (Primary) is 100 credit points (normally eight units)

In addition, students are responsible for arranging and successfully completing the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) normally within three attempts through the Australian Council for Education Research prior to completing 100 credit points of study.

Academic Progress Special Requirements

In addition to the standard academic progress rules, the Master of Teaching (Primary) has the following additional academic progress rules which are established in accordance with Academic Courses Regulation 62(2):

1. A student is classified as 'at risk' of unsatisfactory progress if they:
(a) behave in a manner which breaches the Swinburne Student Charter whilst on a teaching placement

2. A student is classified as having 'unsatisfactory progress' if they:
(a) fail to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE)  prior to completing 100 credit points of studies or following three attempts
(b) fail a Teaching Placement unit
(c) have their teaching placement terminated early by a school. In the case of early termination of a teaching placement by a school, the student will be deemed as having 'unsatisfactory progress' and a progress review processes will commence within 2 weeks of the cessation of the placement.

Students who are identified as having unsatisfactory progress will be subject to the show cause provisions in the Progress Review section of the Academic Progress Policy.