Overview

This topic presents an overview of the theoretical underpinnings of ESOL teaching and learning. The topic encourages students to develop their analytical and reflective skills, and to think critically about the relationship between theory and practice in the development of new knowledge in TESOL.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Create opportunities for participants to explore issues in teaching English as a second language
  • Encourage participants to critique classroom practice
  • Develop original disciplinary knowledge in the field of teaching English as a second or other language (ESOL)
  • Use the critical analyses of knowledge in ESOL to develop original classroom learning experiences

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Examine current trends in TESOL
2.
Analyse the relationship between theoretical concepts and teaching practice
3.
Examine issues in your own practice related to application of key concepts of second language learning and teaching
4.
Apply key theoretical concepts into teaching different second language areas and skills

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