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Our single subjects give you the chance to expand your knowledge without committing to a full degree. These online short courses offer a flexible study schedule to fit around other commitments. Whether you’re taking your first step towards a qualification, making a career change or simply exploring a topic that interests you, our single subjects are a convenient way to learn something new.-
Design Thinking (EEDUSD402)Design Thinking is an approach to innovation that involves identifying ‘problems’ or issues in a particular context, empathising with those who have a stake in these problems/issues and designing a range of possible solutions that are then prototyped, tested and refined in practice. In this subject, you will explore the concepts and processes of design thinking, including the origins of Design Thinking and its use across a range of disciplines and contexts. Following these general processes, you will then engage in a design thinking process to identify and address an issue within your own professional context. Through this Design Thinking process, you will engage in reflection, analysis and development of your professional skills, knowledge and judgement, and ultimately arrive at an advanced understanding of your roles as both an innovator and a leader in your professional context.
- $2,835
- This is the first subject in our Graduate Certificate of Education, Graduate Diploma of Education, and Master of Education
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Person centered Autism (EEDUSD401)Using a contemporary lens, evidence-based practices that both support and value Autistic individuals and their unique strengths are investigated in this subject. Neurodiversity is celebrated and explored as each Autistic individual is unique and requires a uniquely supportive learning environment, collaboratively designed to meet their learning needs. As part of a person-centred approach, the importance of always providing a ‘voice’ and a ‘choice’ for both the individual and their Carer underpins all educational decisions and the importance of active listening and co-design for learning. Interactions with the varying perspectives, experiences, challenges, and aspirations in the Autistic community create a platform for students to examine bias, prejudice and assumptions and the impact on both individuals and families. Further, students’ understanding is deepened when asked to critique the social implications relating to discrimination, policy and practices advocating for positive changes in education and community settings to value Autistic strengths. As educators, we need to be aware that we can positively affect change by raising awareness and implementing evidence-based support in inclusive classrooms.
- $2,835
- This is the first subject in our Graduate Diploma of Education (Inclusive Education) and Master of Education (Inclusive Education)
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Social Justice in Action (EEDUSD400)In this subject, you will examine and apply social justice principles to foster equity, diversity and social change in your professional context. Through the lens of historical and contemporary policies, you will develop an understanding of the impact that socially excluded and marginalised communities face. Using the principles of social justice as a framework, you will identify a specific challenge within your professional context, and reflect on your challenges, successes, and your voice as an advocate. Navigating through real-world examples of social justice causes will empower you to impact change and advocate for the rights of people who experience disadvantage.
- $2,835
- This is a core subject in our Graduate Certificate of Education, Graduate Diploma of Education, and Master of Education
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Contemporary Literacy Practices (EEDUSD505)You will be challenged to investigate contemporary literacy practices and the impact this has on education globally. You will investigate and analyse contemporary paedology as it relates to the theoretical practice of literacy; reading & comprehension; oral language & written language. You will contemplate what the most recent changes in practices and use of new technologies mean for the educator across a variety of settings. You will recognise that there has been a huge change in using evidence-based practice in the field of literacy and this has challenged educators to design appropriate content to meet the needs of contemporary learners. You will also explore a wide range of literacy teaching and assessment strategies—including motivating reluctant readers, promoting comprehension, organising for effective literacy instruction, differentiating instruction and multiliteracies practices. You will respect and draw upon students’ funds of knowledge' to make teaching and learning relevant to individuals’ varied backgrounds and learning requirements and their future in a contemporary society.
- $2,835
- This is a core subject in our Graduate Diploma of Education (Inclusive Literacies), and Master of Education (Inclusive Literacies)
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Innovation for Education (IED402)In this subject students will analyse a variety of examples of innovative educational practice (including, for example, practices relating to the support of students with additional educational needs), critically examine the meaning of innovation and debate whether innovation can be quantified and measured. Students will be supported to identify problems/issues within education practice and will utilise tools and thinking processes designed to assist in the generation of innovative solutions. Finally, students will explore evaluation methodology as a means of analysing innovation outcomes relevant to their professional context in a systematic way.
- $2,835
- This is a core subject in our Graduate Diploma of Education (Leadership and Innovation), Master of Education (Leadership and Innovation) and, Master of Education (Advanced)(Leadership and Innovation)
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Design Thinking (EEDUSD402)Design Thinking is an approach to innovation that involves identifying ‘problems’ or issues in a particular context, empathising with those who have a stake in these problems/issues and designing a range of possible solutions that are then prototyped, tested and refined in practice. In this subject, you will explore the concepts and processes of design thinking, including the origins of Design Thinking and its use across a range of disciplines and contexts. Following these general processes, you will then engage in a design thinking process to identify and address an issue within your own professional context. Through this Design Thinking process, you will engage in reflection, analysis and development of your professional skills, knowledge and judgement, and ultimately arrive at an advanced understanding of your roles as both an innovator and a leader in your professional context.
- $2,835
- This is the first subject in our Graduate Certificate of Education, Graduate Diploma of Education, and Master of Education
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
Enquire now
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Person centered Autism (EEDUSD401)Using a contemporary lens, evidence-based practices that both support and value Autistic individuals and their unique strengths are investigated in this subject. Neurodiversity is celebrated and explored as each Autistic individual is unique and requires a uniquely supportive learning environment, collaboratively designed to meet their learning needs. As part of a person-centred approach, the importance of always providing a ‘voice’ and a ‘choice’ for both the individual and their Carer underpins all educational decisions and the importance of active listening and co-design for learning. Interactions with the varying perspectives, experiences, challenges, and aspirations in the Autistic community create a platform for students to examine bias, prejudice and assumptions and the impact on both individuals and families. Further, students’ understanding is deepened when asked to critique the social implications relating to discrimination, policy and practices advocating for positive changes in education and community settings to value Autistic strengths. As educators, we need to be aware that we can positively affect change by raising awareness and implementing evidence-based support in inclusive classrooms.
- $2,835
- This is the first subject in our Graduate Diploma of Education (Inclusive Education) and Master of Education (Inclusive Education)
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Social Justice in Action (EEDUSD400)In this subject, you will examine and apply social justice principles to foster equity, diversity and social change in your professional context. Through the lens of historical and contemporary policies, you will develop an understanding of the impact that socially excluded and marginalised communities face. Using the principles of social justice as a framework, you will identify a specific challenge within your professional context, and reflect on your challenges, successes, and your voice as an advocate. Navigating through real-world examples of social justice causes will empower you to impact change and advocate for the rights of people who experience disadvantage.
- $2,835
- This is a core subject in our Graduate Certificate of Education, Graduate Diploma of Education, and Master of Education
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
Enquire now
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Contemporary Literacy Practices (EEDUSD505)You will be challenged to investigate contemporary literacy practices and the impact this has on education globally. You will investigate and analyse contemporary paedology as it relates to the theoretical practice of literacy; reading & comprehension; oral language & written language. You will contemplate what the most recent changes in practices and use of new technologies mean for the educator across a variety of settings. You will recognise that there has been a huge change in using evidence-based practice in the field of literacy and this has challenged educators to design appropriate content to meet the needs of contemporary learners. You will also explore a wide range of literacy teaching and assessment strategies—including motivating reluctant readers, promoting comprehension, organising for effective literacy instruction, differentiating instruction and multiliteracies practices. You will respect and draw upon students’ funds of knowledge' to make teaching and learning relevant to individuals’ varied backgrounds and learning requirements and their future in a contemporary society.
- $2,835
- This is a core subject in our Graduate Diploma of Education (Inclusive Literacies), and Master of Education (Inclusive Literacies)
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
Enquire now
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Innovation for Education (IED402)In this subject students will analyse a variety of examples of innovative educational practice (including, for example, practices relating to the support of students with additional educational needs), critically examine the meaning of innovation and debate whether innovation can be quantified and measured. Students will be supported to identify problems/issues within education practice and will utilise tools and thinking processes designed to assist in the generation of innovative solutions. Finally, students will explore evaluation methodology as a means of analysing innovation outcomes relevant to their professional context in a systematic way.
- $2,835
- This is a core subject in our Graduate Diploma of Education (Leadership and Innovation), Master of Education (Leadership and Innovation) and, Master of Education (Advanced)(Leadership and Innovation)
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
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Torrens University has really helped me feel much more confident and engaged in finding my career path I feel passionate about.
Jane Smith
Graduate,
Faculty of Business