Teaching Language across the Curriculum

Code	School	Level	Credits	Semesters
EDUC2028	Education	2	20	Autumn Malaysia

Code: EDUC2028
School: Education
Level: 2
Credits: 20
Semesters: Autumn Malaysia

Summary

This module considers:
the role of language in different areas of study
content based language teaching
ways language can be taught/learned in different subjects

Target Students

Bachelor of Arts in Education and Bachelor of Education (TESOL)

Classes

One 2-hour seminar each week for 11 weeks
One 2-hour lecture each week for 11 weeks

This module consists of 40 hours of teaching and 160 hours independent study

Assessment

40% Coursework 1: Essay 1000-2000 words - Disclaimer: Coursework may vary in different semesters
40% Coursework 2: Lesson Plan & Reflection 1000 words
20% Presentation 1: Presentation 10 minutes

Assessed by end of autumn semester

Educational Aims

There are three aims in this module and they are:1.to introduce how language is used in different subjects in the school curriculum;2.to understand how language is taught in different subjects;3.to examine effective ways language is taught in different subjects.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

A2 theoretical and practical knowledge about learning, curriculum and pedagogies;

A3 in-depth knowledge and understanding of a chosen specialism;Intellectual skills

B2 critically analyse texts, policy documents, research findings and experiential learning;

B3 develop inquiries into learning and teaching and apply the knowledge gained;

Professional/practical skills

C1 have developed professional competence in teaching through the application of knowledge, skills and understanding developed throughout the course;

C2 be able to communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately, in speech and in writing, in a range of professional contexts;

C3 be able to engage in independent research, making use of scholarly reviews and primary sources;

C4 be able to manage their own future learning and continuing professional development;

C5 demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to diversity and difference in educational settings and a commitment to equitable practice;

Transferable/key skills

D1 relate learning to their own experience and practice;

D2 collaborate as part of a group, taking the lead where appropriate, and fulfilling agreed responsibilities;

D3 reflect upon their personal development and learning;

D4 use ICT confidently and appropriately for study, teaching and self-development.

Conveners

Sharimila Ambrose

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Last updated 09/01/2025.