Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary)

Programme resources to support Associate Teachers


 

The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) is a one-year qualification. There is one EDPRAC 612 (practicum) course, which comprises of on-campus sessions and two school-based practicum placements EDPRAC 612 (A) and EDPRAC 612 (B). 

EDPRAC 612 – Professional Learning in Practice

Uses an evidence-based approach to support students to develop the professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions required for effective teaching in Aotearoa New Zealand, while examining what it means to demonstrate commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Builds professional relationships and enact practices that sustain culturally responsive, ethical, learner-focused relationships with diverse ākonga, colleagues, and whanau in complex environments.

 

 

 


 

 

 

Contacts

For queries related to practicum requirements please contact the EDPRAC 612A/B Course Co-ordinator:

Brian Marsh


For queries related to practicum placements, attendance and administration please contact the Practicum Manager:

Zoe Au (zoe.au@auckland.ac.nz)

General Practicum enquiries email:

foed-practicumteam@auckland.ac.nz

Practicum leave form

2024 Practicum Dates

EDPRAC 612A

  • 11 & 22 March (Wednesdays in schools)
  • 25 March to 12 April (3 weeks)
  • 29 April to 31 May (5 weeks)

EDPRAC 612B

  • 24 July (Wednesday in school)
  • 29 July to 13 September (7 weeks)
Important dates

Careers Week:

5 – 9 June

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