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MYS5102 Context and Philosophy of Middle Schooling
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:
This unit aims to enhance the studen's understanding of middle schooling by investigating in depth its origins, rationale, ideology, and structures. Consideration is given to exploring educational, cultural, organisational, professional and industrial factors that enhance and impede the success of middle schooling. The unit examines critically middle schooling as an alternative to traditional education. It is concerned with the different structures and organisational models of middle schooling, and its place in educational and social reforms. The unit also focuses on the challenges of implementing middle schooling.

This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
N47Master of Education
STMIDMiddle Schooling Stream
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/31/2006 VET: 3/31/2006