Unit Outline

Applied learning is an approach that contextualizes learning in a way to empower and motivate students, whilst developing the key skills and knowledge required for employment, further education, and active learner participation in their communities. It involves students and teachers in partnerships and connections with individuals and organisations outside of the traditional learning environment, and recognizes that there may be multiple pathways to the desired learning goals. This unit will identify applied teaching and learning strategies (e.g. case studies, problem-based learning etc,) and explore their theoretical underpinnings and ways of thinking, being and doing required for effective learning. In this unit, students will utilize the applied learning principles to scrutinize their own educational situation, propose alternative teaching and learning approaches, and subject these proposals to unit peers for critical feedback. A presentation to peers and work colleagues will provide the opportunity to both demonstrate learning and understanding, and share new perspectives on educational practice in an authentic setting.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1	Examine the theoretical foundation of applied learning.
2	Explain the role of applied learning and benefits within own discipline area.
3	Determine the challenges and constraints of implementing applied learning within different educational settings.

Requisites


REQUISITE TYPE	REQUISITES
Anti-requisite (mutual excl)	EAL503

Alterations as a result of student feedback

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Implementing applied learning within discipline.	Week 7	45 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 2:	Applied Learning Presentation.	Week 12	50 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 3:	Quiz	Week 12	5 %

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Implementing applied learning within discipline.

Task Description:

AT2: Implementing applied learning within discipline.

Weekly Class Discussion Board participation and reflection to consider the theory behind the applied learning principles through to your examination of their application in your educational setting.

Task Length:

2000 words or equivalent

Due Date:

Week 7 (21/Aug/2026)

Weight:

45 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Analyse the relationship between educational theory and the applied learning principles.	LO1, LO2, LO3
2	Analyze and critically reflect on personal professional practice.	LO1, LO2, LO3
3	Evaluate factors impacting on the implementation of applied learning approaches within own discipline and educational setting.	LO1, LO2, LO3
4	Reflect on professional learning.	LO1, LO2, LO3
5	Apply academic principles in the use of information and literature to define professional practice.	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 2: Applied Learning Presentation.

Task Description:

AT3: Applied Learning Presentation.

Prepare and deliver a short (15-18 min) presentation.You will give an overview of applied learning theory and practice, linking it to any other models of teaching or learning.

Task Length:

2000 words or equivalent

Due Date:

Week 12 (30/Sep/2026)

Weight:

50 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Examine the relationship between educational theory and the applied learning principles.	LO1, LO2, LO3
2	Analyze and critically reflect on personal professional practice.	LO1, LO2, LO3
3	Examine factors impacting on the implementation of applied learning approaches within own discipline and educational setting.	LO1, LO2, LO3
4	Reflect on professional learning.	LO1, LO2, LO3
5	Apply academic principles in the use of information and literature to define professional practice.	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 3: Quiz

Task Description:

AT1: Quiz

You will be required to complete the quiz in three parts at the culmination of each module.
AT1 Part A Monday 3rd August; AT1 Part B Monday 31st September; AT1 Part C Thursday 1st October

Task Length:

Due Date:

Week 12 (01/Oct/2026)

Weight:

5 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Academic progress review

The results for this unit may be included in a review of your academic progress. For information about progress reviews and what they mean for all students, see Academic Progress Review in the Student Portal.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Required Resources

Required reading materials

Ovenden-Hope, T., & Blandford, S. (2018). Understanding Applied Learning. Developing effective practice to support all learners. Routledge. (eBook).