Teaching languages for specific purposes - theory, context and method
Ms L Hawthorne
Second semester * Clayton
This subject explores the evolution of the teaching, theory and methodology of languages for specific purposes in the past twenty years, both internationally and within Australia. It analyses the reason for the increasing proliferation of such courses across a wide range of educational settings, catering to both adults and (to a lesser extent) children. In an Australian context, three key issues governing LSP course delivery are examined: the specialist language needs of LSP learners; the expectations and requirements of funding bodies supporting such courses (eg government departments, employers, universities, schools); the on-going challenge confronting teachers to provide appropriate course design, materials and methodologies. If possible participants should have some experience in LSP course delivery, with either adults or children.
Assessment
Essay and project totalling 5000 words * Class participation and attendance
Recommended texts
Hutchinson T and Waters A English for specific purposes: A learner-centred approach CUP, 1987