College of Social Sciences and International Studies
Developing an Appropriate Language Teaching Methodology
Module EFPM268 for 2020/1
Module EFPM268 for 2020/1
- Overview
- Aims and Learning Outcomes
- Module Content
- Indicative Reading List
- Assessment
Postgraduate Module Descriptor
EFPM268: Developing an Appropriate Language Teaching Methodology
This module descriptor refers to the 2020/1 academic year.
Module Aims
1. To provide a thorough examination of the concept of appropriate methodology for TESOL to include a critical examination of the concepts of method, approach, principles, and post-method pedagogy.
2. To provide an in-depth analysis of key current debates regarding an appropriate methodology for TESOL including discussions of the role of communicative approaches and post-method pedagogy..
3. To introduce and develop a framework for developing an appropriate methodology and apply this to the critical examination of how to teach language form as well as the four main skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking in the TESOL classroom in specific teaching settings.
On successfully completing the programme you will be able to: | |
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Module-Specific Skills | 1. Demonstrate a thorough and critical understanding of the concept of appropriate methodology. 2. Apply the concept of appropriate methodology to a critical exploration of current approaches to the teaching of pronunciation, lexis and grammar as well as the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of how cultural constraints may operate in particular language learning contexts to impact on the methodology chosen for a specific TESOL setting. 4. Apply a critical understanding of the issues and constraints discussed to make educated choices with regard to the development of an appropriate methodology for the teaching of language form and skills in specific TESOL settings. |
Discipline-Specific Skills | 5. Undertake a critical analysis of practice informed by theoretical insights regarding teaching and learning in TESOL classrooms. 6. Apply aspects of language teaching theory to the evaluation and design of language teaching materials and activities. |
Personal and Key Skills | 7. Engage in independent study and group/pair work, including the presentation of materials for group and class discussion 8. Digest, select and organise material to produce, to a deadline, a coherent and thoughtful analysis of theory to particular professional and socio-cultural situations 9. Undertake a critical analysis of the relevant academic literature |