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LANG10650

Academic Year 2024/2025

Intro to English Lang Teaching (LANG10650)

Subject:
Global Languages
College:
VP for Global Engagement
School:
Centre English&Global Language
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Dr Anna Nunan
Trimester:
Autumn and Spring (separate)
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module introduces students to the social, political, linguistic and pedagogical issues involved in English language teaching (ELT) and learning and explores the principles and practice of a range of methods and approaches. Introduction to ELT is a pre-service module aimed at introducing students to aspects of the profession of teaching English as a foreign or second language. It focuses on the central aspects of the teaching process and develops students’ ability to handle the key components of the language system of English as well as the four skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking). The aim is to develop a knowledge of the description of English, an understanding of the roles of the teacher and learner, familiarity with the principles and practice of effective teaching and familiarity with resources and materials for use with ESL (English as a second language) students. This module will be delivered via small group teaching with classes having a maximum of 18 students. Students will also have access to extra resources and materials via the Virtual Learning Environment, Brightspace.

For more information about the Centre for English and Global Languages modules (formerly Applied Language Centre) see https://www.ucd.ie/cegl/programmes/glm/

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods and methodology in ELT for ESL learners
• Use basic ELT terminology for describing form, meaning and use to learners
• Analyse language and convey form, meaning and use
• Plan and teach a short English language class to peers
• Select and evaluate appropriate language learning materials

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Small Group

24
Specified Learning Activities

30
Autonomous Student Learning

46
Total

100

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Small group lectures and active learning class with peer work

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Requirements:

CEFR B2 level in English


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Participation in Learning Activities: Attendance and participation mark, based on attendance, assignments and participation in the module Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
10
 No
Exam (In-person): Mid term exam on the theory of language teaching, usually in Week 6 Week 6 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
20
 No
Practical Skills Assessment: Peer group teaching practice, usually in Week 10 and 11 Week 10, Week 11 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
30
 No
Assignment(Including Essay): Written paper on lesson planning, due Week 12 Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
40
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Remediation Type Remediation Timing
Repeat Within Two Trimesters
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Feedback is provided individually to students on the midterm exam in Week 7-8. Students can seek feedback on end of semester components, post-assessment.

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Small Group Offering 2 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Tues 18:00 - 19:50
Spring Small Group Offering 2 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Tues 18:00 - 19:50
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