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KCIL5613: Theories and Methods in Language Learning
2025 unit information
This unit of study introduces students to theories of language acquisition and to methods employed in effective language teaching. It provides students with the foundations to successfully choose from a range of different approaches and strategies that will best cater to the teaching of Indigenous languages in revitalisation contexts. It will include methods used in the teaching of the macro (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and micro skills; determining teacher and learner roles; and effective language lesson planning. The unit will provide students with the skills to assess present and prospective teaching and learning and implement constructive changes in their own language contexts
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| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Indigenous Academic Units |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate an understanding of various theories of language learning and methods in languages education
- LO2. demonstrate an understanding of language development and the implications of this for Indigenous languages education in Australia
- LO3. choose and adapt methods or approaches that will best cater to the needs of their students and teaching situation
- LO4. apply knowledge gained to implement innovative languages education practices and/or make effective changes to existing practices
- LO5. demonstrate an ability to develop lesson plans reflecting current methodological approaches and second language development principles
Unit availability
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Intensive February 2024
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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Intensive January 2025
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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