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EDSE3114: Teaching Commerce 2

Semester 2, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This is the second unit of study in a suite of commerce curriculum units. In this unit, students will develop further skills in Human Society and its Environment pedagogy. The unit emphasises the integration of knowledge within and across the discipline of commerce and considers the role teachers play in facilitating commerce pedagogy that scaffolds subject learning and connects to students' lives. This unit will provide students with the practical and theory-informed knowledge required to respond to the needs of diverse learners in Commerce.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Education
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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96 credit points including EDSE3113
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Claire Golledge, claire.golledge@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Claire Golledge, claire.golledge@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Rae Carlson, rae.carlson@sydney.edu.au
Julie Smith, julie.smith1@sydney.edu.au
The census date for this unit availability is 2 September 2024
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Program of work
Develop a program of work for one topic in the Commerce syllabus
60% Mid-semester break
Due date: 30 Sep 2024 at 23:59
3000 words in total
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Assignment Annotated assessment task
Develop an assessment task with associated explanation/ annotation
20% Week 03
Due date: 16 Aug 2024 at 23:59
1000 words in total
Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO1 LO2 LO3
Creative assessment / demonstration Individual presentation
Presentation to the class - critically evaluate AI use in HSIE
20% Week 10
Due date: 13 Oct 2024 at 23:59
500 words in total
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO5 LO4 LO3

Assessment summary

  • Task 1: Annotated assessment. Develop an assessment task (not an exam) for Stage 5 Commerce. Include a voice memo or screencast which explains your key decision making in relation to your design of the assessment task to cater to a range of learners. 
  • Task 2: Develop a program of work for a nominated are of the Syllabus (see Canvas for more details). Include a 500-750 word reflection on how you have integrated learning across the curriculum in both activities and resources. 
  • Task 3: A 4 minute 'TeachMeet' style presentation to the class critically evaluating the use of AI in the Commerce classroom. 

 

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Overview of semester Quality teaching framework in HSIE Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Quality teaching framework in Assessment Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Week 02 Assessment of and for learning in Commerce Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Summative assessment - looking at sample tasks Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 Planning for differentiated learning including UDL Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Evaluating programs for differentiation Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 Program refresher including learning across the curriculum Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Exploring Commerce options Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 09 Reflective practice Seminar (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Exploring commerce options Seminar (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Week 10 Discussion board activity Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Exploring Commerce options Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 11 Presentations to class Seminar (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Presentations to class Seminar (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 12 Contemporary issues in Commerce Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Developing school based options Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 13 Visit NSW Court or Tribunal and complete a reflection Independent study (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Organise discipline and curriculum knowledge into effective lesson plans, sequences, and assessments that take account of students’ varying learning styles and abilities.
  • LO2. Collect and evaluate teaching resources that account for the literacy and numeracy requirements in their specific discipline and curriculum areas.
  • LO3. Design student-centred, inclusive, creative and challenging learning experiences that cater for students from a range of cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • LO4. Display an increasing competence in teaching their discipline and curriculum subject matter, employing appropriate reflective practices to continue developing their skills and identities as practitioners.
  • LO5. Demonstrate familiarity with current educational theories regarding discipline and curriculum including cross curriculum priorities.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This unit has been updated to reflect consistency with changes made to course and assessment in semester 1

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