Research Methods in Language Teaching and Learning PG (9630.3)
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EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Education |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Academic Program Area - Education | Post Graduate Level | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the teacher as researcher and an increased awareness of the nature of the reflective teacher;
2. Demonstrate a familiarity with second or foreign language research methods; acquired skills in designing and carrying out a research project in language teaching and learning; and
3. Demonstrate skills in reading and critiquing research.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
8095 Language Teaching Methodology G AND8094 Language Teaching Experience G
OR equivalent study.
Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
7660 Research Project in Language Teaching and Learning PG.Assumed knowledge
Competence in the English Language.Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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Required texts
Required text (UC 3 hour Short Loan; also available from the Co-op):
Paltridge, B., & Phakiti, A. (2015) (eds.). Research methods in applied linguistics: A practical resource. London/New York: Bloomsbury Academic.
Supplementary text (UC 3 hour Short Loan):
Dörnyei, Z. (2007). Research methods in applied linguistics. Oxford: OUP.
Additional resources will be made available on the unit Canvas site.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Approval of extenuating circumstances will be dependent upon the production of supporting documentation and at the discretion of the unit convener.
Special assessment requirements
Students must complete and submit all assessments to pass the unit. An aggregate mark of 50% is required to pass the unit.
Moderation
Sample assignments reflecting the range of grades will be moderated. All assignments that receive a fail grade will be reassessed by a colleague in the discipine.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at ºÚÁÏÍø. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
Students are expected to devote ten hours a week for the completion of this unit and the remaining hours can be allocated to unit related tasks based on students' preference and need. The following breakdown is suggested: attending (or listening to) lectures and tutorials 3 hours; reading 3 hours; preparation for assessment 3 hours; Canvas participation 1 hour.
Participation requirements
Your participation in both class and online activities will enhance your understanding of the unit content and therefore the quality of your assessment responses. Lack of participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily pass assessment items.
Required IT skills
Microsoft Word, Email, Internet, use of Canvas, the library catalogue, and research databases.
Work placement, internships or practicums
Not applicable to this unit.
Additional information
All assignments must be typed, spaced to at least 1.5 lines with sufficient margins for comments, and must use appropriate referencing and bibliography conventions (APA 6th Edition).
More details for all assessment items and submission details will be made available on the unit Canvas site.