Curriculum Innovations

Andrew Coleman, Les Whiteley

To meet the challenges faced by large numbers of International students with limited levels of language skills and comprehension, a mentoring scheme was devised, where past students provide encouragement and support, tutorial assistance, examination preparation and help with communication skills. There are currently 75 students involved. The scheme has also proven beneficial for the mentors. This unique program reflects a holistic approach to teaching.

On-line Journalism (pdf, 76 KB)

Usha M. Rodrigues

Humanities, Communications and Social Sciences

Gippsland, Berwick, Caulfield, OCL and TMC

All On-line Journalism students irrespective of their campus, are required to contribute to "The Independent Journal", Monash's On-line Students newspaper, but only stories that meet the criteria of fairness, news-worthiness and well-written get published - thereby mirroring the real world. The experience allows students to recognise the practical importance of team-work and collaboration.

Role Playing, Collaborative Leaning and Having Fun

School of Historical Studies

This presentation discusses the use of role-play in problem-solving tasks. Students are required to contribute to an on-line discussion, taking a particular point of view that was apparent at the time: in this case, the American Civil War. Each student adopts a stance taken by anyone of the key players in the development of the war; attempting to persuade others of their worthiness. The overall development is then analysed and reflected upon.