ENL-90010: Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language 2

Language Learning Unit

ENL-90010

Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language 2

Co-ordinator:

Teaching Team:

Mrs Sarah Gomersall, Mr Russell Clark, Mrs Beverley Dickinson, Mrs Elaine Wellington, Miss Emma Stevens, Mr Andrew Gater, Miss Samantha Rushton, Dr Suzanne Heaton

Lecture Time:

See Timetable...

Level:

1, 2 or 3

Credits:

Study Hours:

150

School Office:

Tel: 01782 733960

Programme/Approved Electives for

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Yes

Barred Combinations

None

Prerequisites

Successful completion of Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language 1.

Description

Some people believe we learn a language through habit formation while others feel we should concentrate more on using language to carry out meaningful tasks. This module looks at and assesses various theories of second language acquisition whilst also examining the types of errors learners make, why they may make them and what practical techniques we can use to help our learners. We discuss what goes into choosing a coursebook for our learners, how to design effective handouts and the ways in which technology can enhance our teaching.

Aims

To further develop student knowledge of the main features of contemporary spoken and written English
To introduce the concept of register
To gain insight into the role of first language interference.
To enable students to assess the needs and outcomes for individuals and groups of students
To develop a knowledge of the mainstream language teaching methodologies
To further develop skills in teaching practice and classroom management
To introduce students to the rationale behind materials design

Intended Learning Outcomes

analyse and explain the differences between written and spoken English. will be achieved by assessments: 1,3,4
demonstrate an awareness of the concept of registral variation will be achieved by assessments: 1,3,4
demonstrate an awareness of the role first languages can have in interfering with second languages will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3
demonstrate an understanding of the different needs and outcomes of a variety of students will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4
demonstrate an understanding of the practice of materials design will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4
show understanding of and an ability to put into practice the main stream language teaching methodologies with reference to structure and vocabulary will be achieved by assessments: 1,3,4

Study hours

24 hours classroom input
40 hours class preparation
50 hours self study
36 hours exercises

Description of Module Assessment

01: Practical Assessment weighted 30%

Teaching Practice
Trainee teachers complete one one-hour teaching practical to a group of non-native English speaking students.

02: Class Test weighted 20%

Completion of two language awareness exercises
Two 30-minute in-class exercises based on the theoretical, grammatical and phonological input.

03: Class Participation weighted 20%

The highly practical nature of the module necessitates full participation in all elements.
Based on the student's contribution to the input sessions, the mark will take into account evidence of a developing understanding of the methods and techniques involved in English language teaching and the quality of their contributions

04: Critique weighted 30%

Students will critique a published ESL textbook
Students will use a set of criteria to evaluate a chosen textbook. The critique will be no longer than 1,000 words.

Version: (1.06B) Updated: 03/Oct/2013

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