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EDF1011 · Knowledge and context
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Faculty of Education
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit explores the relationships between knowledge and context as you consider the knowledge developed outside the formal degree structure and examine the use of transferable knowledge at university and in other contexts. You will identify, compare, contrast and discuss a range of knowledge theories and key pedagogical approaches from a range of disciplines to build a deeper understanding of learning across different contexts.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Peninsula | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Clayton | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Written task (1600 words or equivalent) | Written | 40% | — |
| 2 | Tutorial presentation and paper (2400 words or equivalent) | Presentation | 60% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.
Learning outcomes
- demonstrate a grasp of the relationship between knowledge and context
- demonstrate some familiarity with theories of knowledge
- demonstrate independent research skills
- construct a reference list and correctly use citations
- write well-structured essays
- demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a group
- prepare for and deliver an oral report.
Workload
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per teaching period comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Usually, you can expect to engage with: • 24 hours* of scheduled learning delivered on campus via weekly/regular directed learning activities; and • the remaining hours to be allocated towards self-directed/independent study Scheduled learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement. *Subject to variation due to professional experience requirements
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Tutorials | 24 hours |
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