Subjects overview
This program can be completed in 1 year (3 semesters)
Required Subjects
Students must complete the following 120 credit points of subjects.
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HUMR71-100: Research Methods and Data Visualisation (10CP)
The ability to find, read, interpret and learn from data has become critical in determining the future of all human endeavours. This subject introduces you to the principles and applications of research methodology, equipping you with lifelong skills to design, execute and present research of integrity in your current studies and future professions. You will explore research purposes, methods and tools for data selection, interpretation and analysis, and learn how to present findings and visualise data in ways that address the needs of diverse educational and industry contexts.
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LING71-101: Approaches to Language Teaching (10CP)
This subject introduces you to principles, approaches and methods in language teaching. You will explore current language teaching concepts, their educational applications and challenges using different platforms for teaching delivery. You will evaluate the suitability of language teaching methods in diverse educational contexts, considering learner factors such as culture, educational background or learning purposes. The subject is suitable for you if you are a language educator or if you are simply interested in languages and language teaching.
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LING71-102: Practice of Language Teaching (10CP)
Practice of Language Teaching is the most practical subject in the TESOL program. As part of the program and subject requirements, you will be evaluated during classroom-based teaching practicum. Throughout the semester, you will expand your practical skills as an English Language teacher. You will also have an opportunity to apply the previously gained knowledge and skills to teach English as an Additional Language or Dialect in an authentic classroom. Throughout the semester, students strengthen their teaching skills through reflective and collaborative practices. The Practicum may take place in different educational contexts, depending on your professional interests and prior qualifications. We provide some assistance for local students in organising the Practicum at Bond University College, our English Language Teaching institute, which is also dependant on your performance in the subject. If you are a registered teacher, you will be able to undertake the Practicum at the place of your employment. If you study part-time, you will complete this subject at the final stages of their TESOL programs.
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LING71-103: Nature of Language (10CP)
This subject will give you an insight into the nature of human languages. You will study different aspects of human languages, including various linguistic systems such as phonology, semantics or pragmatics. You will be able to explore languages you know in order to research similarities and differences in their nature and their use. The subject is suitable for you if you are a language educator or if you are simply passionate about languages and how they work.
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LING71-104: Second Language Learners (10CP)
The subject introduces you to psycholinguistic aspects of language learning and cognitive processes in the development of second language proficiency. You will explore various aspects of cognitive and mental development of language learners such as individual learner differences or the learners' perception of own learning. The subject is suitable for you if you are a language educator or if you are simply interested in languages and language learning.
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LING71-105: Language in Society (10CP)
This subject introduces you to the complex relationship between language and its social context. You will explore sociolinguistic aspects of language use such as bilingualism and social or regional dialects. You will be able to examine and compare your own linguistic varieties and their determining social factors. Language in Society is suitable for students who specialise in language-related fields or are simply interested languages and how they work in the society.
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LING71-107: Curriculum Design (10CP)
This subject introduces you to the processes and procedures involved in the development of language programs. You will explore factors influencing a decision-making process and learn procedures necessary for designing a language subject or curriculum. Curriculum Design investigates the nature of syllabus design and its principal elements. You will also study how to design language programs based on specific pedagogical approaches. Throughout the semester, you will learn how to apply the theories of language syllabus design to specific educational contexts.
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LING71-109: Language Assessment (10CP)
This subject introduces you to language assessment and evaluation. You will learn principal concepts of language assessment including validity, reliability, authenticity and practicality. The subject examines various types of assessment, such as formal and informal, and summative and formative. You will explore various assessment types and techniques addressing specific language skills and learner factors. The subject will also give you an opportunity to apply principles of assessment and different evaluation models to developing effective language tests for various educational contexts.
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LING71-110: Grammar for Language Teachers (10CP)
In Grammar for Language Teachers, you will explore the systems of the English language from a pedagogical perspective. The knowledge gained in the subject cements teachers’ understanding of how the English language works and advances their capacity to teach essential aspects of its systems. The subject focuses on developing the pedagogical knowledge necessary for teaching grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, discourse and language skills. You will examine differences between the pedagogical and non-pedagogical grammars, learn how to find and evaluate web-based resources for teachers and develop teaching portfolios for use in your current or future employment. The subject is suitable for students who specialise in language-related fields or are simply interesting in languages and how they work.
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LING71-112: Megatrends and Education (10CP)
This subject equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to be a teacher and an employee of the future. You will explore transformations in education from the perspective of world megatrends. The science of world megatrends provides us a unique insight into the ways the world and its systems are developing. The study of megatrends demonstrates how education is changing and what skills we must develop to confront its dynamic challenges such as increasing student diversity and digital transformations. In the first part of the subject, you will focus on internationalisation of education in Australia and globally. The second part explores digital transformation in education and the ways educators can prepare better to maximise its gains. The urgency for educators is to develop knowledge and skills necessary in preparing learners for these challenges. The time is now because, following William Gibson’s quote: “The Future is already here - it’s just not very evenly distributed”.
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LING71-113: Language Policy in a Global Context (10CP)
This subject introduces you to the design of language learning and teaching policies in Australia and globally. You will explore various educational policy contexts including K-12 education in Australia, target languages taught in the countries where they are spoken as the first or additional languages, and other policy models of English and other languages taught outside the school systems. The subject also examines policies on the teaching and learning of Heritage and Indigenous languages. Geographically, the first part of the subject focuses on languages learnt in Australia and the second part examines different curricula and language policies in various parts of the world. The subject equips you with an insight into fascinating and complex matters of language planning, language politics and language policy.
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LING71-602: Research Project in TESOL (10CP)
Research Project in TESOL provides the opportunity for you to apply your research methodology and data visualisation skills to a specific project. You will explore either theoretical issues or industrial practices related to teaching and learning English as an Additional Language or Dialect. You will work individually, under supervision, to demonstrate skills of analytical research to complete an extensive research paper or professional portfolio.
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