This unit seeks to deepen understanding of the teaching task through the study of professional relationships within the school and the place of schools in the wider social, economic and political context. The key concept is professionalism as both individual and collegial practice. The unit is concerned with respecting and valuing difference and issues of social justice. The factors influencing the changing nature of teaching as a profession are surveyed. The focus is on the collegial and ethical responsibilities of being a professional educator and lifelong learner in rapidly changing environments. The unit will include development of understanding of self as a professional and of what... -- Course Website
Instructor: A Marshall
