Graduate Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (Education)
2018 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2018 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Graduate Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (Education) |
| Course Map | This course map is for new students commencing from T1 2018. This course map is for new students commencing from T2 2018. If you require a course map from a previous year, please contact a Student Adviser. |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Cloud Campus | Yes |
| Duration | For students commencing T1 this course is 0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent duration. For students commencing T2 this course is 1 year part-time. |
| Deakin course code | E552 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8. |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (Education) develops specialised expertise for teaching English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) in the primary, secondary and adult sectors both inside and outside of Australia.
This course is designed to provide qualified teachers eligible to teach in Australia with a grounding in the theory and practice of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages and for experienced teachers who wish to develop their professional skills and knowledge in the discipline.
Professional recognition
Endorsed by Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) for specialist teaching.
Career opportunities
This course is designed to broaden the skills of those working as registered teachers in primary and secondary schools, by adding a VIT-endorsed specialist teaching method area in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages to their existing teacher registration.
For more information go to 'DeakinTALENT '
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, your fee category and the year you started. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline specific knowledge and capabilities | Acquire advanced and specialised knowledge of and the ability to apply the theoretical principles, concepts and methodologies which underpin contemporary approaches to TESOL |
| Communication | Effectively communicate to a range of audiences the key concepts relevant to TESOL including second language teaching methodologies, theories of second language acquisition, and structural aspects of language |
| Digital literacy | Have advanced knowledge of and technical proficiency in digital technologies that can be specifically used to creatively support TESOL |
| Critical thinking | Critically analyse and reflect on current theories in second language acquisition, TESOL principles and practice |
| Problem solving | Use advanced knowledge of second language teaching methodologies and understanding of the diverse needs of students to frame creative solutions to problems of pedagogy in TESOL and apply these in a range of classroom teaching scenarios |
| Self-management | Understand the importance of self-directed learning for professional growth and demonstrate responsibility for individual intellectual development |
| Teamwork | Collaborate effectively with others to achieve high standards and best practice in TESOL |
| Global citizenship | Appreciate the value of cultural and linguistic diversity and its place in TESOL and use knowledge of the sociocultural contexts of TESOL to enhance teaching and learning |
| Approved by Faculty Board 2015 | |
Course rules
To be awarded the Graduate Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (Education), students are required to successfully complete 4 credit points of core units and AAI018 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
Course structure
Core Units
Students must complete the following 4 core units:
| ETL700 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| ETL704 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| ETL705 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| ETL706 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Course structure
Professional Experience Placement
Students must ensure they have a current up to date Working with Children Check prior to going on placement.
For further information contact the School of Education, Professional Experience office.
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.