EDRE101 Introduction to World Religions
This unit will introduce student-teachers to the major world religions and existing philosophies as well as their historical, geographical and spiritual backgrounds. In today’s world the increasing movement of people, due to phenomena such as migration, is a great challenge that requires an attitude of openness to different cultures, religions and traditions. As well as learning about the existence and differences between the major world religions and philosophies, student-teachers will be guided to see the importance of respect towards other peoples’ beliefs and religious traditions.
EDHU101 The Natural Environment (Geography)
Description
This unit will enable student-teachers to teach ‘The Natural Environment’ at Elementary, Junior Primary and Senior Primary levels. As well as learning the relevant subject knowledge, student-teachers will learn how to plan, teach and assess the content in an interactive and stimulating environment at each level. Wherever possible, learning should be practical and take place outside the classroom. Geographical skills will be an important feature in this unit. Where appropriate, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) will be used to support the teaching and learning in this unit.
Teachers’ standards addressed by this unit