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Units indexed by faculty Master of Education (Teaching Languages Other Than English)*Course code: 2501 + Course abbreviation: MEd(LOTE) + Total credit points required: 72 + 18 months full-time, 3 years part-time Study mode and course locationOn-campus (Clayton) Course descriptionThe course is designed for teachers who wish to upgrade their professional practice in their LOTE classes and educators who wish to use these pathways as a basis for detailed research in bilingual or second language education. The course is offered on a cohort basis only. Entry requirementsCandidates 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. Those who have only one LOTE unit to complete may seek permission of the course coordinator to undertake this as part of the postgraduate diploma. Students who are not qualified LOTE teachers may be required to complete designated units in LOTE methodology and practice. Course structureStudents are required to successfully complete 72 points, comprising one of the following three options:
Option 1Research core unit
Program elective
Specialist electives
General elective
Option 2Research core unit
Program elective
Specialist electives
Professional projectOption 3Research core unit
Program elective
Specialist electives
* EDF6224 is mandatory for those teachers wishing to be fully qualified for employment with the Department of Education, Employment and Training who have not already completed LOTE DipEd, or choose another postgraduate unit (for qualified LOTE teachers only). Research thesis
Program elective unitStudents must select a unit related to second language education and approved by course coordinator. General elective unitsAny 12-point units selected from the units offered within the education postgraduate coursework studies programs. Note that general electives usually do not need the course coordinator’s approval, unless under exceptional circumstances (ie if the student wishes to enrol in a unit from another faculty). Research methodology units
Research thesisThe research core unit is a corequisite for the research thesis. It may be taken concurrently with the research thesis or completed prior to the commencement of the research thesis Contact detailsInquiries: telephone +61 3 9905 2819 or visit www.education.monash.edu.au. Course coordinatorDr Margaret Gearon Psychology, counselling and inclusive and special/gifted education Previous page | Next page | Section contents | Title and contents |