Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Digital Technologies for Language Teaching | ||
Code | ENGL662 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr C Newton English Cnewton@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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· To develop an awareness of innovation in learning-centred practices in the use of digital technologies (DT) for Language Teaching (LT) |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Identify the relationship between second language teaching methodologies and digital technologies. |
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(LO2) Identify the relationship between technology use, the development of digital literacies and second language learning. |
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(LO3) Critically analyse the appropriacy of digital technologies to specific learning and teaching contexts. |
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(LO4) Critically analyse and discuss research into DT and language learning and teaching. |
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(LO5) Make informed choices about technology use, appropriate to context (classroom based, computer room based, distance learning, low-tech contexts, independent study). |
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(LO6) Deploy the practical skills necessary to use a range of DTs in their own teaching contexts. |
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(S1) Demonstrate skills in digital and information literacies. |
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(S2) Communicate information in outcome oriented collaboration and teamwork. |
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(S3) Identify the relationship between technology use, the development of digital literacies and second language learning |
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(S4) Critically analyse and discuss research into DT and language learning and teaching |
Syllabus |
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To provide opportunities for students to study the following areas: The history and conceptualisations of DT for LT, digital literacy and second language learning DT and the teaching of reading The history Developing digital literacies and reading-based integrated skills through WWW project work, webquests and task-based methods for different interest/ability groups, e.g. young learners, EAP learners. DT and the teaching of listening: Developing aural skills and listening-based integrated skills through WWW accessible authentic video DT and the teaching of speaking: Developing speaking skills based on text-based synchronous and asynchronous computer medicated communication (S/ACMC) rehearsal. Exploiting normalised use of mobile technology features for the promotion of speaking skills. Using mobile recording features for self- and peer corrective feedback. Video-conferencing for project work, inter-cultural communication and output. DT and the teaching of writing: Applications of 27;office software' with reference to the writing process. Computer-based feedback. Interactivity, LT dedicated websites and VLES: Evaluation LT-dedicated online resources, whiteboard interactivity based on principled materials design criteria and integrated skills. Digital gaming and language learning: Data-driven learning - language investigation through corpus analysis. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This module will be delivered by weekly 2-hour seminars of no more than 25 students. The majority of teaching will be delivered face to face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
20 |
20 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 130 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Theoretical rationale - individual There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) : End semester 2 | 0 | 40 | ||||
Collaborative production of a Group Digital Story There is a resit opportunity. The resit will be a recorded 5 minute presentation on a topic agreed with the tutor which is different to but related | 0 | 40 | ||||
Online discussion contribution on discussions of course content and issues raised via written contributions to a structured discussion board related to the module contents. There is a resit opportuni | 0 | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |