Help! I'm teaching History for the first time

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Overview

Duration

  • 25 hours

Calendar

Commitment

  • Recommended five hours per week (one module per week)

Prerequisites

  • No

Delivery mode

  • Online

Location

  • Online, self-paced learning

Fees

  • $299.00

Overview

About this Microcredential

The New South Wales History syllabus provides students with opportunities to develop their knowledge and understanding of the ancient past; the medieval world; the era of colonisation, including the experiences of First Nations peoples; the making of the modern world, with a focus on Australia from Federation to WWI; and the modern world through the lens of human rights and freedoms.

The Help! I’m Teaching History for the First Time microcredential empowers new secondary school History teachers with the essential skills and strategies needed for effective instruction in the classroom.

Through a combination of theoretical insights and practical applications, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence necessary to use targeted and evidence-based strategies to support improved student outcomes.

Key features

  • Develop a broad understanding of the History syllabus - Explore key components, themes and objectives and then identify how to best apply them in practical contexts.
  • Deliver exercises that foster a deep understanding of the material - Reflect on and implement a range of engaging and relevant activities within the classroom that enhance student participation.
  • Build practical skills and learn from experts - Enhance your teaching proficiency by acquiring a range of subject-specific instructional tools that support meaningful learning.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this bridging microcredential.


Who should attend

This microcredential is designed for:

  • high school teachers new to the subject (History)

Career Outcomes

We design our microcredentials in consultation with academics and education experts. This credentialled learning provides you with opportunities to:

  • complete 25-hours of professional development from a NESA-endorsed professional development provider
  • demonstrate evidence for AITSL accreditation and career stage advancement

Professions & Employers

Completing this microcredential will provide you with skills relevant to the following AITSL teacher standards:

  • 2 – Know the content and how to teach it
  • 3 – Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning
  • 4 – Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
  • 6 – Engage in professional learning

Who you will learn from

Rochelle Wilkinson
Ms Rochelle Wilkinson

Rochelle Wilkinson has more than 10 years of experience teaching History to Years 7–10; and Modern History, Ancient History and Extension History to a diverse range of classes. She holds a master degree in Aboriginal education and leadership, and is currently a head teacher and academic tutor at Macquarie. Her leadership experience is complemented by her published work with the History Teachers Association, as well as her role as a Department of Education and Training learning adviser with the Museums of History NSW education team.

What you'll study

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