EDMAS6065 Building positive learning environments
This unit focuses on how to build positive learning environments where all students can learn effectively and flourish. Using an ecological model, PSTs examine the complex factors that influence student behaviours in classrooms. They examine research-informed approaches for creating calm and productive learning environments, for developing learning routines and growth mindsets, for establishing values and clarifying expectations, and for proactively preventing disruptive behaviours and enhancing student responsibility. PSTs learn about effective communication skills and ways to build positive relationships with students and parents/carers. They learn how to manage challenging behaviours, use restorative approaches, become trauma informed practitioners, and about whole-school approaches that foster positive action and consistency. PSTs also examine teacher resilience and reflect on strategies to enhance personal wellbeing.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $578
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $578
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
