Languages education in the secondary years B

This unit builds on EDF5155 Languages education in the secondary years A. It extends your knowledge, understandings and skills in languages education. You will draw on research literature to develop an understanding of learning strategies in order to build effective practices to inform your teaching in second language competencies. This unit critically examines a range of contemporary curriculum and pedagogical innovations in languages education, including the use of digital technologies, second language literacies, critical inquiry and action research projects. Through further examination of a range of national and international languages and education policies, you will investigate and evaluate theoretical and practical links between disciplines, domains and literacies in order to better appreciate the importance of communication and how languages contribute to this educative process. Working collaboratively and independently, you will consolidate your content knowledge, develop pedagogical knowledge and skills enabling you to provide solutions to complex educational challenges in secondary schools.