Courses Handbook 2007 - [ Archived ]

191704 v.6 Master of Arts (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)


MA(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: Registration Pending
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

This course is designed for professionals already in the field of language teaching. The course, which concentrates on teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), considers issues connected with TESOL teaching in Australia and the region andthe teaching of Asian languages within Australia. The department in which the course is run has particular expertise in teaching English as well as modern standard Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese and Korean. The course is designed for teachers intending to work in Australia and overseas and is available to international students.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

An approved bachelor degree, a four year teacher qualification, or a postgraduate qualification or equivalent. A proven research background, for example Researching Language 500, in order to allow for the successful completion of Language Project 600. Appropriate teaching experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

12377 v.4   Language Analysis and Language Learning 681 3.0 25.0
12378 v.4   Teaching and Learning Styles 683 3.0 25.0
310274 v.1   Language Project 600-1 1.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

12380 v.5   Language Analysis and Language in Society 682 3.0 25.0
12381 v.4   Lesson Planning and Assessment 684 3.0 25.0
310275 v.1   Language Project 600-2 1.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
  100.0
 

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.



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