Introduction
In this unit you will investigate the principles and practicalities of teaching a foreign language within a primary school context The unit will include evaluation and application of Languages teaching and learning theory and contemporary language teaching methodologies. Existing understandings, skills and processes to plan and implement Language teaching and learning experiences into the primary school curriculum will be built upon. In this unit you will develop particular understandings about supporting Languages in the primary school and associated curriculum frameworks.
Summary
| Unit name | Languages Teaching |
| Unit code | EPR311 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Mairin Hennebry-Leung |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- interpret role as a non-specialist languages teacher with the purpose of providing languages experiences in the primary classroom to a diverse group of learners.
- critique relevant issues in languages teaching to promote continuous improvement in knowledge and skills.
- develop evidence based strategies to promote languages teaching and learning within a specific context.
- justify the application of contemporary language learning theory and language teaching methodology in languages education
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
EPR210 or ESH210Teaching
| Assessment | Discussion Board|Promotional Material (50%)|Short Responses and Essay (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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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. |
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| Recommended | University of Tasmania (2015). APA 7th edition. In Referencing guide. Retrieved from https://utas.libguides.com/referencing/APA7th |
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