Master of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages

2018 Deakin University Handbook

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Year	2018 course information
Award granted	Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Course Map	This course map is for new students commencing in Trimester 1 2018. This course map is for new students commencing in Trimester 3 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	1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code	089293B Burwood (Melbourne)
Deakin course code	E757
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 9.
This is not an initial teacher education qualification. Students wishing to enter the profession of teaching should instead consider one of the five Master of Teaching courses or E730 Master of Applied Learning and Teaching

Course sub-headings

Course overview

The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages develops specialised skills and knowledge for professional practice in teaching. This course is designed to provide graduates with a comprehensive grounding in the theory and practice of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

Two streams are available in the Master of TESOL, and the four core units in each stream also form an embedded graduate certificate, differentiated as follows:

Stream A is for teachers of any method who are registered or eligible for primary or secondary registration in Australia and would like to add TESOL as a method or gain further recognition as a TESOL specialist. Qualified teachers who complete this course or its embedded graduate certificate can work in a wide range of professional contexts in Australia or internationally.

Stream B is for applicants who do not require Australian teacher recognition, such as those who teach or intend to teach English overseas, or work in adult education in Australia, including adult migrant programs or ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students).

Career opportunities

This course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge for professional practice in the field of teaching English to speakers of other languages. Students with an existing registration for primary or secondary teaching in Australia can gain professional recognition for TESOL as a specialist teaching method area. The course also provides professional development for teaching English to speakers of other languages in adult education contexts and for teaching English overseas.

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Participation requirements

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.

Mandatory student checks

Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.

Alternative exits

Graduate Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (E580)

Graduate Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (Education) (E552)

Research information

Students are able to undertake one of three options for research training and research in the course. Each option has a common foundation that is based on an introductory unit of one credit point in research design & method. This research study is then further supported by one of the three research options:

Option 1: application of the research training through a one credit point research based project for professional practice;

Option 2: advanced research training of one credit point of either quantitative or qualitative research methods; and Research Paper (2 credit points);

Option 3: advanced research training of one credit point of either quantitative or qualitative research methods; and Minor Thesis (4 credit points).

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	Use expert specialist knowledge of the theoretical principles, concepts and methodologies which underpin contemporary approaches to TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and apply this knowledge to: critically analyse and interpret TESOL environments utilise contextually responsive and innovative approaches in TESOL contexts and practices reflect on performance feedback to identify self-improvement opportunities adhere to professional and ethical standards in TESOL research and practice undertake research in TESOL
Communication	Use advanced communication skills to interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, and professional decisions, and communicate these to TESOL and non-TESOL audiences
Digital literacy	Use expert knowledge of and technical proficiency in digital technologies that can be specifically used to creatively support TESOL
Critical thinking	Have expert knowledge and skills in the critical analysis of, and the capacity to reflect on current theories in second language acquisition, TESOL principles and practice
Problem solving	Use expert knowledge of TESOL methodologies and understanding of the diverse needs of students to make high level, independent judgements in a range of TESOL related problems and questions
Self-management	Understand the importance of self-directed learning for professional growth and demonstrate personal autonomy and accountability for individual intellectual development and furthering learning
Teamwork	Collaborate effectively with others to achieve high standards and best practice in TESOL
Global citizenship	Understand and appreciate the value of cultural and linguistic diversity and its place in TESOL and use knowledge of the sociocultural contexts of TESOL for to enhance teaching and learning
Approved by Faculty Board 2015

Course rules

To be awarded a Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, students are required to successfully complete 12 credit points comprising:

AAI018 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)

4 credit points from Stream A

4 credit points from Stream B

plus

8 credit points of study as a combination of research and elective units in one of the following configurations:

Option 1:

2 credit points of research units (EDX701 and EDX707) and
6 credit points of electives

Option 2:

6 credit points of research units (EDX701, EDX705 (2cps), EDX706 (2cps), EDX712); and
2 credit points of electives

Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. Click here for more information.