Master of Teaching (Secondary)

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is a graduate entry initial teacher education program.

Candidates may complete up to three designated teaching areas based on their background studies from the following:

English, Mathematics, Investigating Science, Agriculture, Biology, Business Studies/Commerce, Chemistry, Computing, Drama, Economics/Commerce, Earth and Environmental Science, Geography, History, Languages, Legal Studies, Mathematics/Physics, Music, Physics, Society and Culture and Studies of Religion.

Furthermore, it should be noted that candidates should abide by the letter of offer in terms of their teaching areas.

Candidates may also choose the Master of Teaching (Secondary) to take advantage of the Teaching English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) specialisation and/or the extended curriculum programs in English, Mathematics, Science and Music.

Course Aims

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) aims to provide graduates with:(i) an accreditated professional qualification meeting the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) for initial teacher education programs, and ensuring all graduates meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers at the Graduate Career Stage; and(ii) UNE Graduate Attributes, as detailed below; and(iii) a knowledge of research methods and the skills to apply these in the context of education.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: know students and how they learn. Have a current knowledge and understanding of research into teaching, learning and child development and how to apply such research to the needs of the students in the secondary school; know the content of their teaching discipline/s and how to teach it/them; plan and implement effective teaching and learning with a high level of personal autonomy and professional accountability; assess, provide feedback and report on student learning. Communicate, negotiate, collaborate and advocate effectively and relate well to all the school's community; engage in professional learning and set personal targets and take responsibility for their own development. Demonstrate a knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of Education, and plan and execute a substantial research-based project and/or piece of scholarship; and create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments, and engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community. Behave with integrity underpinned by moral purpose, model values and ethical perspectives in relation to own and the school's practice and organisation. Promote democratic values including active citizenship and inclusion.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline Graduates will demonstrate mastery of subject content relevant to the teaching profession and an understanding of the multicultural nature of the modern classroom and high school and be able to apply a global perspective to their classroom activities. Communication Skills Graduates will be able to communicate using a wide range of media, both orally and in writing, as appropriate to a Secondary school setting; they will be able to present well-reasoned arguments to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Problem Solving Graduates will demonstrate creative problem solving techniques in their subject area by their ability to conceptualise problems in their teaching area and to formulate and enact effective solutions as they relate to the teaching profession. Information Literacy Graduates will demonstrate a capacity to search for, evaluate and critically analyse information and disseminate it in a socially responsible way to their students. Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility Upon graduation students will be able to appreciate and acknowledge the social and ethical implications of their actions. They are able to contribute responsibly to the wider community and appreciate the importance of broader social issues. Lifelong Learning Graduates will have the ability to develop, evaluate and implement personal learning strategies and reflect this by exercising curiosity, creativity and creative thinking. Independence and Collaboration Graduates will be able to independently apply their knowledge and skills in their professional practice. In addition they will be able to negotiate, assert their own values and respect the values and contributions of others whilst participating in team based activities.