Courses & Units

Language, Culture and Diversity ESG716

Introduction

This unit explores the complex relationship between language and culture, and considers both in terms of linguistic and cultural diversity. The unit applies understandings of each to the teaching and learning of language. An emphasis is placed on understanding 'culture' from a range of critical perspectives, and to explore the way in which intercultural communication is at play in English language learning and teaching. Issues of identity, the emergence of 'world Englishes', and the contribution of critical sociolinguistics are considered in relation to the practice of English language learning and teaching

Summary

Unit name	Language, Culture and Diversity
Unit code	ESG716
Credit points	12.5
College/School	College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education
Discipline	Education
Coordinator	Doctor Mairin Hennebry-Leung
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Online	Semester 1		Off-Campus	International	Domestic

Key

: On-campus
: Off-Campus
: International students
: Domestic students

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	26/2/2024	22/3/2024	15/4/2024	2/6/2024

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

demonstrate understanding of how language, culture and identity are inter-connected in the TESOL context
identify key debates around language, culture and diversity in contemporary TESOL practice and theory
critically review key research related to language, culture and diversity in TESOL, drawing implications for contemporary TESOL practice and theory
evaluate contemporary TESOL approaches and strategies with regard to your role in supporting cultural diversity
clearly communicate your perspectives on issues around language, culture and diversity in TESOL according to academic conventions

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
079999	$555.00	$555.00	not applicable	$2,324.00

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Off Campus: Weekly online tutorials (2 hours)
Assessment	Discussion Post and Response\|Essay or Take Home Test (50%)\|Personal Reflection on Language, Culture and Diversity (50%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable \| View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	All readings can be accessed via the Reading List link on the Unit homepage. When seeking sources of evidence to support your assignment work, you will find these a useful starting point. The expectation is that you will go beyond this, taking the initiative to explore further reading in line with your interests and priorities. Reading Lists provide direct access to all material on unit reading lists in one place. This includes eReadings and items in Reserve. You can access the Reading List for this unit from the link in MyLO, or by going to the Reading Lists page on the University Library website.
Recommended	In preparing for your ATs, you may find it useful to access: University of Tasmania (2015). APA 7th edition. In Referencing guide. Retrieved from https://utas.libguides.com/referencing/APA7th
Links	Booktopia textbook finder

Required

All readings can be accessed via the Reading List link on the Unit homepage. When seeking sources of evidence to support your assignment work, you will find these a useful starting point. The expectation is that you will go beyond this, taking the initiative to explore further reading in line with your interests and priorities.

Reading Lists provide direct access to all material on unit reading lists in one place. This includes eReadings and items in Reserve. You can access the Reading List for this unit from the link in MyLO, or by going to the Reading Lists page on the University Library website.

Recommended

In preparing for your ATs, you may find it useful to access:
University of Tasmania (2015). APA 7th edition. In Referencing guide. Retrieved from https://utas.libguides.com/referencing/APA7th

Links

Booktopia textbook finder

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