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Postgraduate Certificate of Education (Teaching Languages Other Than English)

Course code: 2037 + Course abbreviation: PGCertEd(LOTE) + Total credit points required: 24 + 6 months full-time, 1 year part-time

Study mode and course location

On-campus (Clayton)

Course description

The course is designed for teachers who wish to upgrade their qualifications to include the ability to teach a LOTE. It is offered only on a cohort basis.

Entry requirements

Candidates will usually hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution or an approved post-Year 12 major (or approved equivalent) in a language other than English, have demonstrated proficiency in the language and hold a recognised teaching qualification. Prior to enrolment, all students must have their proposed course approved by the LOTE program coordinator.

Note that teachers who wish to upgrade their qualifications to be eligible for a teaching position in their LOTE need to have completed the language requirement prior to entering the course.

Course structure

The course consists of 24 points of study. Students will complete two 12-point units from the following list:

  • EDF6223 LOTE methodology
  • EDF6224 Advanced practicum in language teaching: LOTE*
  • EDF6234 Curriculum design and evaluation in languages education, or
    EDF6210 Language testing and assessment, or
    EDF6201 Theory and principles of bilingual/immersion education

    * EDF6224 is mandatory for those teachers wishing to be fully qualified for employment with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Qualified LOTE teachers must choose another postgraduate unit relevant to their course as approved by the course coordinator.

Note

This course outline is indicative of the program students will follow, but is subject to change. Students should consult their course coordinator to assist in planning their program.

Articulation

Candidates who successfully complete the Postgraduate Certificate of Education (LOTE) may complete a postgraduate diploma or a masters degree by undertaking a further two or four units respectively.

Contact details

Inquiries: telephone +61 3 9905 2819 or visit www.education.monash.edu.au.

Course coordinator

Dr Margaret Gearon

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