EDF5134 English as an additional language (EAL) education in the secondary years B
Faculty of Education
EDF5134 English as an additional language (EAL) education in the secondary years B is a level 5, 6-credit-point, undergraduate and postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Education, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs EDF5133.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before EDF5134
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After EDF5134
No unit lists EDF5134 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisites
- Enrolment in D3001 BEd(Hons), D3002 to D3007 BEd(Hons)(Secondary doubles), D6001 MTeach
Overview
This unit builds on the contextual and pedagogical knowledge about EAL teaching developed in EDF5133 English as an additional language (EAL) education in the secondary years A. Working collaboratively and independently, you will link theory and practice in order to deepen your capacity to teach EAL in VCE EAL. The unit links in with knowledge and skills gained during professional experience units in the course. One aspect of this linking involves examination of a variety of EAL practices and frameworks in secondary settings, including the Australian and Victorian curriculum. You will learn how to assess EAL learner needs, how to devise appropriate strategies and materials, including units of work to meet those needs, and how to work effectively as part of a whole-school program to maximise the educational opportunities of all EAL learners.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus, block |
Assessment
- Annotated bibliography of curriculum materials (1600 words or equivalent)Written40%
- Development of a unit of work (2400 words or equivalent)Project60%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
draw on appropriate research strategies and resources to plan, implement and evaluate a sequence of lessons that are responsive to diverse student needs
- 2
critically evaluate, select, adapt and generate materials and activities relevant to student needs
- 3
plan engaging units of work linked to curriculum and best practice
- 4
assess the language needs and work of EAL learners informally and formally
- 5
critically evaluate EAL resources for classroom use
- 6
appreciate the diversity of EAL learners and plan for multilevel classes
- 7
demonstrate an awareness of the need to collaborate with colleagues and the community to promote a whole-school approach to the language needs of EAL learners.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures4 hours
- Tutorials20 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
You will be provided with the opportunity to engage with relevant literature and resources. Further, you will be encouraged to deepen your understanding of topic areas through collegial discussion and debate, and by participating in activities designed to extend your understanding.
Learning resources
Recommended resources
Please visit the unit Moodle site for further information.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Gary Bonar
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Gary Bonar
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EDF5134?
You need EDF5133 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is EDF5134 offered?
In 2027, EDF5134 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is EDF5134?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does EDF5134 have an exam?
No. EDF5134 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.