Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should have a basic understanding of the SLA principles which influence current classroom teaching approaches in LOTE; developed a reflective approach to the teaching-learning of a LOTE in Victorian secondary and primary schools; produced a glossary of key terms related to theory and principles of second language or LOTE teaching and learning; developed a critical analysis of classroom practices of second language teachers; developed a sequence of appropriate lesson plans for a range of learners and learning skills in a specific educational setting.
Synopsis This subject examines the notion of language proficiency and surveys second-language education, particularly the teaching of languages other than English over the last forty years. It refers to current research on the nature of speaking, listening, reading and writing; implications are drawn for the teaching of these four macroskills in the second-language classroom. The subject also includes sessions on the following aspects of second-language teaching: the teaching of vocabulary and grammar, the assessment of language proficiency, teaching content through a second language. A range of curriculum models and methodological approaches are reviewed. The role of the FL/L2 teacher in the primary, secondary and adult teaching contexts is considered. This subject is a prerequisite for GED3818 (Communicative language teaching) and is related to the completion of any LOTE practicum needed by a student. It is one of two core subjects for the GradDipSLE/TAL
Assessment Written record of observation of a classroom (1000 words): 25% + Participation in seminars and workshops: 5% + One major written assignment (3500 words): 70% + Glossary (500 words)