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Second Language Writing (LING90020)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2021
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Overview
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The subject will introduce students to key theories of second language writing and composing processes and approaches to second language writing instruction. It will focus on issues that are pertinent to second language writing teachers such as assessing writing, the efficacy of different types of feedback on writing, and measures that can be used to investigate development in L2 writing.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be familiar with major theories of L2 wrirting;
- be able to critically evaluate different approaches to L2 writing instruction;
- be able to investigate aspects that may impact on the development of L2 writing and signs of such development.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to summarise, synthesise and engage critically with theories and research on a particular topic (related to second language writing);
- be able to collect and analyse empirical data (identify patterns and variability in L2 written production);
- be able to explain findings by reference to relevant L2 writing theories and research.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
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: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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An essay
| Week 7 | 40% |
A report which involves data analysis and interpretation
| During the examination period | 60% |
Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of classes in order to pass this subject and regular class participation is expected. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Note: Submission of all assessment is required. Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per working day. After five working days, assessment submitted without an approved extension will not be accepted. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2021
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
This subject is offered as both online and on-campus. Some restrictions on student visa holders apply. Please contact the course coordinator for more information.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
A set of readings will be prepared by the subject coordinator and made available on LMS.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Technology in Language Learning - 100 Point Program Informal specialisation Language Testing - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation English Language - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation English Language - 100 Point Program Informal specialisation Language Testing - 100 Point Program Informal specialisation TESOL - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation Technology in Language Learning - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation TESOL - 100 Point Program - Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022