Launceston
This unit has been discontinued.
This unit will only be offered subject to sufficient enrolment numbers
Introduction
This unit investigates the implementation of current digital technologies in TESOL and considers the future of language learning and teaching utilising technology. The unit will include: language learning and the internet; interactive whiteboard technology; software and apps supporting learning and teaching; learning management systems and learning platforms; virtual world technologies; integrating technologies in classroom practices; simulation and technology.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | TESOL Futures and Digital Technologies |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ESG719 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Dr Yang Yang |
| Teaching staff | |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Identify and critically reflect on issues relating to CALL in language education.
- Analyse approaches to research in the field of technology-enhanced language instruction.
- Engage with up-to-date theory and research pertaining to the field of CALL to draw theoretically informed classroom implications.
- Effectively communicate key ideas relating to theory and practice in CALL, demonstrating constructive engagement with the wider professional community.
- Apply advanced knowledge of a range of digital technologies to teaching English as a second or foreign language practice.
Fees
Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Off-campus or on-campus flexible mode in Launceston |
|---|---|
| Assessment | 3,000 word Essay (70%), Non-essay (2,000 words) (30%) |
| 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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