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 2021
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 | Megan Short |
Teaching staff | Dr Megan Short |
Level | Postgraduate |
Available as student elective? | No |
Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
Note
Please check that your computer meets the minimum System Requirements if you are attending via Distance/Off-Campus.
Units are offered in attending mode unless otherwise indicated (that is attendance is required at the campus identified). A unit identified as offered by distance, that is there is no requirement for attendance, is identified with a nominal enrolment campus. A unit offered to both attending students and by distance from the same campus is identified as having both modes of study.
Special approval is required for enrolment into TNE Program units.
TNE Program units special approval requirements.
* 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 (see withdrawal dates explained for more information).
Fees
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 |
The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities, as appropriate.