The objectives of the AUSCO Program are to:
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to give participants confidence and independence starting their new lives in Australia, and is an opportunity for them to meet others making the same journey.
Topics covered during the course include:
Teaching methodology
AUSCO trainers use a variety of teaching methods throughout the course including brainstorming, simulations, case studies, debates, discussions, problem solving and role plays. IOM Tehran also provides classroom, childroom andchildcare services, reference materials such as videos and DVDs, maps, posters, newspapers, and books about Australia. A student handbook is also supplied to participants and provides information on all AUSCO topics. According to general teaching methodology of AUSCO, IOM Tehran adopts student-based teaching method in order to encourage client’s participation and enhancing their learning possibilities.
Program delivery
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is currently contracted to deliver the program on behalf of the Australian Department of Social Services (DSS) in all the relevant countries throughout the world.