This unit engages students in a close theological and pedagogical study of the Lutheran Education Australia Christian Studies Curriculum Framework and accompanying theological notes. It explores a representative range of theoretical approaches to religious education as well as questions of best practice and assessment in teaching and leading Christian Studies. Students are provided with opportunities to reflect critically on their practice in the light of the theological, pedagogical and leadership theory.
Unit code: DR9132L
Unit status: Archived (Major revision)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Religious Education
Delivery Mode: Online
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running1. | Reflect on and engage with the Christian Studies Curriculum Framework (CSCF) and theological notes and demonstrate deep understanding of these, including the purpose and rationale for teaching Christian studies in a Lutheran school |
2. | Articulate how key Lutheran theological perspectives underpin the content of the Christian Studies Curriculum Framework |
3. | Consider Christian Studies teaching or leadership praxis in the light of best practice contemporary teaching methodology and assessment practice or leadership theory |
4. | Engage in critical reading of the literature and contribute to the professional discussion and writing in the field of religious education |
Either
BS9004L Biblical Texts and Traditions
and CT9004L Theological Foundations for Educators
or
DE9016L Education and Theology in Dialogue
Flexible Education
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Portfolio | 3,000 word equivalent annotated portfolio of professional practice. |
3000 | 50.0 |
Essay | 3000 word response demonstrating how a Lutheran theological principle is reflected and developed throughout the CSCF from beginning students through to Year 12. |
3000 | 50.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 31 Dec, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:51 +1000