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Master of Modern Languages Education (MC-MLED) // Attributes, outcomes and skills
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About this course
Contact
Melbourne Graduate School of Education
Currently enrolled students:
- General information: https://ask.unimelb.edu.au
- Contact Stop 1
Future students:
Coordinator
Russell Cross
Professional accreditation
Victorian Institute of Teaching
Graduates with VIT registration who complete the ‘Languages Teaching’ specialisation will be recognised as accredited Languages teachers within Victorian schools.
Intended learning outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Modern Languages Education will be able to:
KNOWLEDGE
- Analyse and communicate an understanding of the nature and form of language as a system.
- Critically appraise and explain the application of current methodologies for teaching an additional language other than English.
- Have advanced theoretical understanding and knowledge of current research, debates, policies and practices in education from a multidisciplinary and global perspective.
SKILLS
- Critique and manage language curricula and resources which are culturally and linguistically appropriate.
- Interpret and apply advanced professional knowledge of key areas of specialisation in teaching an additional language other than English.
- Critically analyse educational theories, debates, policies and practices through evidence based research.
- Evaluate the social, cultural, political and historical contexts informing education policies and practices
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Identify and explain implications of the second language acquisition process for learning and teaching.
- Critique and apply multidisciplinary educational theories and evidence based research to inform policy and/or improve professional practice.
- Evaluate and communicate contemporary educational research ideas and findings to the wider educational community.
- 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
- Critical reasoning and thinking.
- Problem solving.
- Communication.
- Evidence based decision making.
- Teamwork and professional collaboration.
- Creativity and innovation.
- Self-reflection, career awareness and lifelong learning.
- Active and participatory citizenship.
Graduate attributes
Graduates of the Master of Modern Languages will have the necessary attributes to:
- Evaluate contemporary educational issues in modern languages and approaches from a range of disciplinary perspectives, including sociological, economical, psychological and pedagogical perspectives (academic distinction).
- Contribute to discussions and debates associated with the role of modern languages education in addressing contemporary local, national and global issues (global citizenship).
- Promote social justice, employability, career awareness, wellbeing and citizenship through educational policy and practice (integrity and self awareness).
- Be creative, innovative, self directed and lifelong learners, able to link theory and practice and respond to the changing educational landscape (integrity and self awareness).
Last updated: 9 February 2025