Master of Modern Languages Education (MC-MLED) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

Graduate of the Master of Modern Languages Education will be able to:
KNOWLEDGE
1. Analyse and communicate an understanding of the nature and form of language as a system
2. Critically appraise and explain the application of current methodologies for teaching an additional language other than English
3. Have advanced theoretical understanding and knowledge of current research, debates, policies and practices in education from a multidisciplinary and global perspective
SKILLS
4. Critique and manage language curricula and resources which are culturally and linguistically appropriate
5. Interpret and apply advanced professional knowledge of key areas of specialisation in teaching an additional language other than English
6. Critically analyse educational theories, debates, policies and practices through evidence based research;
7. Evaluate the social, cultural, political and historical contexts informing education policies and practices
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
8. Identify and explain implications of the second language acquisition process for learning and teaching
9. Critique and apply multidisciplinary educational theories and evidence based research to inform policy and/or improve professional practice
10. Evaluate and communicate contemporary educational research ideas and findings to the wider educational community
11. Plan and execute an education research based project, or produce a piece of education research scholarship within the area of modern languages education

Generic skills

Graduates of the Master of Modern Languages will develop the following set of generic skills:

• Critical reasoning and thinking
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Evidence based decision making
• Creativity and innovation
• Teamwork and professional collaboration
• Self-reflection, career awareness and lifelong learning
• Active and participatory citizenship.

Graduate attributes