EDF5157 Languages education A
Faculty of Education
EDF5157 Languages education A is a level 5, 6-credit-point, undergraduate and postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Education, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2022 entry.
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Requisites
Before EDF5157
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After EDF5157
1 unit list EDF5157 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: 36 credit points (with at least 12 points at each of levels 2 and 3) of study in a language, which requires as a prerequisite successful completion of Year 12 studies in the language. Native speakers of the language must seek a statement of equivalence from an Australian university to verify that their knowledge and competence in the language meets the standard of a post Year 12 study in the language (refer to course adviser for more information).
Prohibition: EDF4873
Corequisite: And enrolment in D3001 BEd(Hons), D3002 to D3009 BEd(Hons)(Secondary doubles), D6001 MTeach
Overview
This unit involves you in the close examination of current, local and international research on first and second language theories linked to Foundation to Year 12 principles of classroom pedagogy. You will reflect on the research, policies and practices for effective teaching of languages within the perspective of the F-12 continuum. You will explore flexible and informed approaches to languages education in early years, junior, middle and senior years classrooms, advancing your capacities to select appropriate strategies for different learners' linguistic and communicative needs. Planning and sequencing lessons for a variety of contexts will be linked to research, and literature of second languages education will explore intercultural contexts as they are realised through interaction with languages education. Drawing on literature and research studies, you will review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise your knowledge and skills as you work towards advancing your capacities in this field.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Classroom research case-study project (2000 words or equivalent)50%
- Languages micro-teaching and reflection (2000 words or equivalent)50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the historical, philosophical, curriculum and pedagogical foundations of languages education in all learning contexts
- 2
engage in critical explorations of current and international languages and bilingual education curriculum and policy developments and their F-12 classroom pedagogical implications
- 3
analyse relevant research and competing policy discourses associated with different schooling perspectives on languages education
- 4
demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding to curriculum and lesson planning for a diverse age range of languages students
- 5
enact and adjust as appropriate a variety of teaching strategies and practices that meet the needs of a diverse range and age of learners, in a variety of settings and curriculum contexts
- 6
critically evaluate different languages methodologies, programs and models on an F-12 continuum
- 7
engage in critical explorations and reviews of research and materials for the teaching and learning of languages.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
You can expect to undertake a minimum total workload of 144 hours per teaching period which may include:
- on average 24 contact hours of scheduled activities which may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement; and
- 120 hours of self-directed/independent study to make up the minimum required hours
For the unit teaching schedule, please visit the timetable.
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
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Ruth Fielding
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Ruth Fielding
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EDF5157?
None, but you must take EDF5155 before or alongside it.
What can I take after EDF5157?
EDF5157 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including EDF5158.
When is EDF5157 offered?
In 2021, EDF5157 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is EDF5157?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does EDF5157 have an exam?
No. EDF5157 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.