Launceston, Cradle Coast
Introduction
This unit introduces you to the foundations of second language acquisition. It has been designed to introduce you to the role of Languages within the curriculum, second language acquisition theories, an appreciation of the relevance of intercultural understanding, links to first language learning and to clarify your thoughts and your role as an educator with regard to Languages education within the early childhood and primary sectors. In this unit, you will consider how language is acquired, how the intercultural orientation of languages learning leads to an appreciation of cultural issues and perspectives and introduces the beginnings of critical thinking around the key contemporary debates around languages education and their role in languages learning. By developing understandings of the nature of languages learning, you will begin to engage in close studies of resources and consider the implications for learning.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Languages and Language Acquisition |
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| Unit code | EPR215 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Andy Bown |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of: the role and value of additional language learning as an integral part of learning; the links between first and second language learning; the relevance of cultural understandings within a languages program.
- Describe the nature and development of languages learning.
- Select and justify suitable resources for teaching and learning.
- Explain your role in supporting active learning pedagogies and purposeful conversations, focusing on languages learning.
Fees
Requisites
Prerequisites
ESH110 or EPR110
Teaching
| Assessment | Task 1: Language Acquisition Quiz (10%) Task 2: Reflective statement, 1500 words (40%) Task 3: Selection of suitable language learning materials, 2500 words (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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