EDF1069 · Monash University
Cross-cultural understandings of education
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 1
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Education
What it covers
This unit is designed to deepen your understanding of how culture influences education and teaching practices. Throughout the unit, you will explore various frameworks that support cross-cultural teaching and learning. You will critically examine the impact of cultural understandings on teaching strategies, considering the diverse linguistic, cultural, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds of students. You will begin to develop the knowledge and skills needed to effectively respond to the needs of students from a wide range of backgrounds, fostering inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Report: Embedding cross cultural practices within teaching (2000 words or equivalent) | Written | 50% |
| Digital presentation on educational change across family generations (2000 words or equivalent) | Presentation | 50% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On-blk |
| Peninsula | On-blk |