Learning Area Primary English 2

Subject 483-245 (2008)

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Credit Points: 6.250
Level: Undergraduate
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

Semester 1, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

Parkville, on-campus.

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: A total of 18 hours
Total Time Commitment: Not available
Prerequisites: 483-145 Learning Area Primary English 1 or ­equivalent
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Helen Cozmescu
Subject Overview:

Students will study the social nature of language and the implications of this for the primary classroom. Topics include the theoretical connections between language, culture, ideology and the individual; the significance of language in creating and maintaining social difference, and the development of culturally inclusive language practices; and the theory of second language acquisition and its application in ESL learning and teaching.

Assessment: Assignments totalling 2000 words, or equivalent.
Prescribed Texts: Prescribed Texts:A book or readings will be made available for purchase.
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

Information Not Available

Related Course(s): Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Teaching
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary)

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