Graduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
ObjectivesThe course aims to: * facilitate the development of disciplinary knowledge in the area of second language acquisition, as well as the area of teaching English to speakers of other languages; * equip prospective teachers with the basic tools for classroom practice in the area of TESOL; * explore current theories and pedagogy in second language teaching; investigate classroom issues related to teaching TESOL; and critique second language teaching methodologies; * identify research trends in the field of teaching English as a Second Language. Learning outcomes On successful completion of the course students will be able to: * describe current teaching theories in second language acquisition; * identify issues related to teaching in a second language; * articulate and implement second language teaching methodologies; * comprehend the interaction between culture and language; * investigate the effect of English as a global language.
Entry requirementsApplicants must normally hold an approved bachelor degree from an approved tertiary institution. However, the Faculty Board may, under certain circumstances and subject to specific conditions, admit others who can show evidence of fitness for candidature. CREDIT Eligible students may be granted 18 units of credit for successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language.
Academic titleGraduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
Course descriptionThe Graduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language is a 36-unit program of study offered by the Faculty of Education, Humanities, Law and Theology. The course is designed to be completed in one year of full-time study, or the equivalent part-time study.
PROGRAM OF STUDY [November, 2008]
To qualify for the Graduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language a student must complete 36 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the following program of study: