EDU2ELL
TEACHING ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERACY
EDU2ELL
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students develop as English language and literacy teachers, commencing with an understanding of language development in the pre-school years, transitioning into early primary. Students will develop a theoretical and practical knowledge of kindergarten and primary curriculum programs, teaching approaches and assessment practices. In this subject students focus on their development as English language and literacy teachers. A core focus will be on interpreting and creating text with a specific focus on reading, writing, and development of oral language, plus visual and critical literacy. This will include models of multimodal literacy; innovative and critical pedagogies; structured teaching approaches, and an understanding of the developmental nature of language and literacy learning.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDebra Edwards
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites EDU1LLI
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects EDU2TE, EDU2SWR
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Language, Literacy and Early Childhood Education. | Prescribed | Fellowes, J. & Oakley, G. (2014). | Australia: Oxford |
| Readings | Write Ways.(4th ed.) | Recommended | Wing Jan, L. (2015 | Australia: Oxford Education. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate knowledge of kindergarten and primary curriculum programs, teaching approaches (inclusive of ICT) and assessment practices within English language and literacy areas
- Activities:
- Online Module 1 hr Tutorial 2hr
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
02. Demonstrate an effective use of theoretical frameworks to plan for language and literacy learning.
- Activities:
- Online Module 1 hr Tutorial 2hr
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
03. Demonstrate an understanding and application of strategies for teaching English language and literacy specifically reading, writing and oral language.
- Activities:
- Online Module 1 hr Tutorial 2hr
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDebra Edwards
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research a teaching strategy and demonstrate its application (1500 words equiv) | Formative and summative | 40 | 03 |
| Planning workbook - (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Literacy block plan- (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDebra Edwards
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research a teaching strategy and demonstrate its application (1500 words equiv) | Formative and summative | 40 | 03 |
| Planning workbook - (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Literacy block plan- (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Mildura, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCindy Tassone
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research a teaching strategy and demonstrate its application (1500 words equiv) | Formative and summative | 40 | 03 |
| Planning workbook - (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Literacy block plan- (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Shepparton, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDebra Edwards
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research a teaching strategy and demonstrate its application (1500 words equiv) | Formative and summative | 40 | 03 |
| Planning workbook - (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Literacy block plan- (equiv to 1500 words) | Summative | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |