Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Philip Chappell
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Credit points |
Credit points
4
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
APPL600 and APPL601 and permission by special approval
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
APPL920
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
With the increased diversity of contexts for English language learning, language teachers need to develop competencies in evaluating and implementing appropriate language classroom practices for different contexts. This unit is a practical application of the content of APPL600 and APPL601. Learners complete classroom observation tasks of videorecorded lessons; evaluate a series of videorecorded lessons based upon principles of TESOL methodology, including planning and programming principles; and systematically compare and contrast different approaches to second language teaching and learning - all this across a variety of language teaching and learning contexts. The unit is aimed at students looking for a practical application of TESOL methodology without undertaking a Practicum. It is not intended as a replacement for the practical experience gained on a practicum such as APPL922.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
The portfolio is submitted as hardcopy. There is a lateness policy that is outlined in full on iLearn. Generally speaking, requests for extensions are not granted unless a valid reason is provided in a request to the Lecturer in advance of the dude date.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Lesson observation &evaluation | 35% | No | ongoing |
Report | 40% | No | By end week 7 |
Reflective essay | 25% | No | End of week 14 |
Due: ongoing
Weighting: 35%
Observation of video recorded lessons and evaluation based on a series of questions about the lesson.
Due: By end week 7
Weighting: 40%
Comparison and contrast of language teaching approaches for a specific context.
Due: End of week 14
Weighting: 25%
Articulation of language teaching philosophy.
The unit is delivered via iLearn and involves students reading, completing tasks, completing online forum discussions, and completing the three assignments. There are no face to face classes scheduled.
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Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Requesting an extension to assignment due date
Extensions are only given in special circumstances, by the unit coordinator either by email before the due date, or by completing the Special Consideration request at ask.mq.edu.au. For more information on Special Consideration, see https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
Late submission of assignments
If assignments are submitted after the due date without an approved extension, they are deemed late. Late submissions will receive a 5% per day penalty and will not be marked if more than 2 weeks late.
All assignments submitted after the deadline, regardless of the reason, will be marked and returned at a date determined by the unit convenor. Extensions cannot continue beyond the start of the following semester, and students should be aware that long extensions may impact graduation dates.
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