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Second Language Assessment (EDUC90104)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25Not available in 2017
Overview
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A study of the theory and practice of second language assessment. Topics include: the purposes of language assessment, models of communicative language ability and their implications for assessment, the design of assessment instruments, assessing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, self and peer assessment, establishing criteria for the evaluation of assessment instruments, current trends and ethics in language assessment.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- demonstrate a sound understanding of the theory and practice of language assessment;
- identify, describe and critically evaluate the key assumptions underlying assessment practices in second language education; and
- design an assessment framework for a specified second language curriculum.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate:
- an advanced understanding of the changing knowledge base of assessment practices in second language education;
- an appreciation of the ways in which this advanced knowledge equips the student to offer leadership in second language education;
- and a capacity to articulate their knowledge and understanding in oral and written presentations.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Additional details
There are three assessment components:
- Online forum contributions 2,000 words throughout the semester 20%
- Description and evaluation of an assessment instrument 3,000 wordsdue mid semester 30%
- Design of an assessment framework for a specific second language curriculum (5,000 words) due end of semester 50%
There is one hurdle requirement:
- Evidence of the completion of set reading and exercises on each topic.
This subject has a minimum hurdle requirement of 80% attendance at all tutorials, seminars and workshops
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2017
Time commitment details
340 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Certificate in Modern Languages Education (Stream B) Course Master of TESOL (Stream B) Course Master of TESOL (Stream A) Course Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Stream B) - Links to additional information
Last updated: 10 February 2024