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EAL Teaching
Specialisation (formal)Year: 2024
EAL Teaching
Overview
The EAL Teaching specialisation is for qualified teachers seeking specialise in teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) in schools. The specialisation consists of four subjects including a supervised placement. Applicants must ensure they are available for 22 days of supervised placement at a school or a similar setting during school hours.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this specialisation, students should be able to:
- 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 an additional language context
- Critique and manage language curricula and resources which are culturally and linguistically appropriate
- Identify and explain implications of the second language acquisition process for learning and teaching
Last updated: 17 May 2024
Structure
50 credit points
4 x specialisation core subjects (50 credit points)
Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) eligibility is required to obtain this specialisation, and is a pre-requisite for EDUC90050. Contact the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) to determine eligibility if you do not already hold current registration.
Subject Options
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC90587 | Grammar for Language Teachers |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| EDUC90048 | Second Language Teaching Methodology |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| EDUC90050 | Supervised Teaching (Second Language) |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Year Long (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| EDUC90631 | Second Language Acquisition and Teaching |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Last updated: 17 May 2024