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TTanner01:
I'm studying at Monash right now and am thinking about possibly studying Masters of Teaching.

Look, I know I haven't actually studied it yet, but I'm not going to lie, Monash's teaching course is not looking good at all LOL. It's too nonsensical to be learning more theory rather than actually teaching. In terms of being career-ready and all that, Monash just doesn't cut it for me.

I'm fine with theory and all that, but to the point where practicums aren't emphasised makes me think whether people truly are equipped for the real life. So, with that being said, is there a difference between all universities in terms of teaching courses?

Cheers everyone

Aaron:
Not really. I did Monash's MTeach and I didn't think it was great. Most of them are like that. From what I hear, Melb's the only one that does in depth practicums. More of a hurdle or stepping stone to get into what you want to do.

I am a firm believer in more practical / hands on experience in a 21st century classroom is absolutely crucial for success as a teacher. Theorists are good to help frame your understanding but nothing prepares you for what you will face in today's society more than getting down and dirty in a classroom. You can be the most academic person going around but the true test is as soon as you walk through a school gate - that'll tell you whether you're doing the right thing or not. Sadly practicums are a critical component lacking in MOST if not ALL uni teaching courses.

TTanner01:

--- Quote from: Aaron on May 07, 2020, 09:56:39 pm ---Not really. I did Monash's MTeach and I didn't think it was great. Most of them are like that. From what I hear, Melb's the only one that does in depth practicums. More of a hurdle or stepping stone to get into what you want to do.

I am a firm believer in more practical / hands on experience in a 21st century classroom is absolutely crucial for success as a teacher. Theorists are good to help frame your understanding but nothing prepares you for what you will face in today's society more than getting down and dirty in a classroom. Sadly a critical component lacking in MOST if not ALL uni teaching courses.

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That's terrible. I'd love to study at Melb Uni but I definitely know it's extremely competitive (had a mate that had a pretty high WAM but still couldn't get in).
If I don't get into Melb, I was thinking of possibly doing the 1.5 year accelerated course just so I could get some experience under my belt and kinda escape the theory. Did you do this one or the 2 year one at Monash?

Cheers

Aaron:
Did the accelerated one. Not much difference - just you do the last semester's coursework during the summer block instead of 2nd year sem 2. So instead of the 2 year course that goes: Year 1 Sem 1, Year 1 Sem 2, Year 2 Sem 1, Year 2 Sem 2... in accelerated you have Year 1 Sem 1, Year 1 Sem 2, Summer, Year 2 Sem 1.

Most teaching courses are similar. Teaching is vocational no matter how people spin it - standing infront of a class like a robot and delivering content is literally 20-25% of teaching maybe at most. You have to be a certain kind of person to do it well and not crumble... haha

s110820:
Hi,

I was just wondering if anyone could break down the pros/cons of studying at Monash, University of Melbourne and Deakin (if possible) for the Bachelor/Masters degree of Education?

Thank you and kind regards,

Darcy Dillon.

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