TEAC 2026 Ethical Practice
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 102668
Coordinator Denise Fraser Opens in new window
Description Professionals working with children, young people and families must base all action on sound ethical and legal foundations. In this subject students are introduced to the concept of professionalism and oriented to the ethical aspects of the teaching profession, the policy, guidelines and codes that apply to teachers. In particular students are introduced to the Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics. Contemporary and global approaches to ethics and critiques of traditional western approaches are introduced. The subject is also designed to build leadership capacity through an understanding of contemporary issues in educational policy and practice and an exploration of the concepts of social justice and advocacy.
School Education
Discipline Teacher Education: Early Childhood
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 1879 Bachelor of Education (Birth – 5 Years).
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Reflective Essay | 1,200 words | 40 | N | Individual |
Presentation | 8 minutes with a maximum of 10 slides | 40 | N | Individual |
Debate | Ongoing over the trimester | 20 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods