[CS4HS] Proposal for a 5/6 study

[Christophersen, Paula P]

A 5/6 sequence is one that can be offered both at school and at university. It has a rigour that is equivalent to first year university. This justifies why students who do the subject during their VCE can get credit towards a degree at the universities offering the subject. The subject must be distinct from what is offered within the VCE and from other first year university subjects. 

There would be no prerequisite, however, a 'buyer beware' statement can be made within the VCE documentation to advise that knowledge of certain content etc is recommended but not mandated. This is the same as Specialist Maths in the VCE.

As Steven has invited, any ideas for possible content would be appreciated.

Regards
Paula

Paula Christophersen
ICT Curriculum Manager
Victorian Curriculum and Assessment
Authority
(03) 9651 4378


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From: cs4hs-bounces at edulists.com.au [mailto:cs4hs-bounces at edulists.com.au] On Behalf Of Nathanial Bradshaw
Sent: Friday, 2 December 2011 8:38 AM
To: Computer Science for High Schools Online Community
Subject: Re: [CS4HS] Proposal for a 5/6 study

I think it's a great idea though I have a few questions:

1. Will it be taught in schools be teachers (like 5/6 Physics)?
2. Will SD or ITA 3/4 be a prerequisite?


Nathaniel Bradshaw
International Exchange Coordinator, Teacher of Information Technology and Mathematics Committee Member of The Victorian IT Teachers Association

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-----Original Message-----
From: cs4hs-bounces at edulists.com.au [mailto:cs4hs-bounces at edulists.com.au] On Behalf Of Steven Bird
Sent: Friday, 2 December 2011 8:29 AM
To: cs4hs at edulists.com.au
Subject: Re: [CS4HS] Proposal for a 5/6 study

I'm keen to hear what people think of the idea for a VCE 5/6 study as the vehicle for making first year university computing content available at VCE level.  Thanks,  -Steven _______________________________________________
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