Module: TES7102-30 Theory and Practice of TESOL

Level: 7

Credit Value: 30

Module Tutor: Nicholas Bremner

Module Tutor Contact Details: n.bremner@bathspa.ac.uk

1.Brief description and aims of module

This module provides an introduction to the theory and practice of TESOL and relates this to your ongoing observations and experience of English language classes while on placement. The placement will run throughout the trimester and will include observation and may offer teaching practice. This module begins your reflective learning experience and development.

2.Outline syllabus

The module looks at English Language Teaching (ELT) from a very practical perspective. Topics covered include the teaching of the four skills; the teaching of grammar; pronunciation and vocabulary teaching; focus on the learner; the role of the teacher; classroom management; lesson planning; working with course materials; testing and evaluation and an overview of ELT methodologies.

ELT methodology discussions will be led by student presentations and will happen throughout the module; these will be linked to the rest of the module content both during the presentations and in the ensuing discussions.

3.Teaching and learning activities

Teaching and learning methods utilised include seminars, workshops, directed classroom-based activities and peer teaching.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: Course Work
• Description: Presentation (20 minutes) (equivalent to 2,250 words)
• % Weighting: 30%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: Course Work
• Description: Written assignment (3,750 words)
• % Weighting: 50%

Assessment Item 3:

• Assessment Type: Course Work
• Description: Critical reflection of a language teaching methodology (1,500 words)
• % Weighting: 20%