Launceston
This unit has been discontinued.
This unit will only be offered subject to sufficient enrolment numbers
Introduction
This Unit explores a range of approaches to English language learning and teaching including teaching strategies and techniques for teaching reading, writing, speaking and listening. The Unit will also study the nature of the second language teaching methodology in a range of contexts through the identification, description and critique of the underlying principles of TESOL methodology. Topics include the socio-cultural context of second language teaching, focusing on cultural, historical and intergroup issues; different approaches to second language learning and teaching, the planning and evaluation of Units of work, strategies, techniques and resources for learning.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Methodologies in Second Language Teaching |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ESG717 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | |
| Teaching staff | Dr Megan Short |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Off-campus or on-campus flexible mode in Launceston |
|---|---|
| Assessment | AT1: Development of Planning Resource (30%); AT2 Essay or Take Home Test (70%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Please refer to Bookshop link |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Please refer to Bookshop link |
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