Adult Learning in Education and Work (EDU445)

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: S2-external

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Description: 

This unit examines recent psychological theories and research related to adult learning in academic, vocational and community learning settings, including professional development and workplace learning. By the end of this unit, students should have developed a sound understanding of the multidimensional, interactive, dynamic and socioculturally situated nature of adult learning. They should be well prepared for designing learning environments which facilitate the development of meaningful knowledge and its application across various settings.

Contact time: 

External: No attendance required. Some on-campus meetings will usually be available.

Prerequisites: 

Nil.
Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.

Exclusions: 

Students who have successfully completed E446 Adult Learning in Education and Work may not enrol in this unit for credit.

Used in these Courses: 

Education (BEd) [Primary Teaching] (Four Years)
Education (Graduate) (BEd) [Secondary Teaching] (Two Years)
Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary)

Adult Learning in Education and Work (EDU645)

as for EDU445, except as follows

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: S2-external

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Prerequisites: 

Enrolment in a postgraduate qualification or permission of the Unit Coordinator.
Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.

Used in these Courses: 

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Specialisations)
Postgraduate Certificate in Organisational Human Resources and Safety
Master of Applied Psychology + Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Applied Psychology in Organisational Psychology
Master of Education (Coursework)
Master of Education (Research)
Doctor of Psychology in Organisational Psychology