PDS012 - Personal Development Skills Foundation Unit 2
Overview
The purpose of this unit is to focus on the development of organisation and planning skills, knowledge, practical skills, problem solving and interpersonal skills through participation in experiences of a practical nature. The focus of the learning program for Foundation Unit 1 includes:
subject specific knowledge applicable to a relevant personal, social, educational and/or community goal
skills applicable to a relevant personal, social, educational and/or community goal
development of an understanding of social issues and civic responsibility
introduction to problem-solving skills
introduction to skills for planning, organising and working in teams.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Evidence of successful performance of the learning outcomes may include, but is not restricted to:
• a portfolio of accumulated evidence, for example photos, timelines, logbooks, peer evaluations
• teacher observation and/or checklists
• evidence accumulated through project or program participation
• awards from recognised programs
• self-assessment inventories
• oral or written reports
• evidence of information and communications technology, including Internet usage.
Required reading
There are no required texts for this unit. The teacher will provide teaching and learning material as required.
As part of a course
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.