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LAN5171 Teaching ESL Learners
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:

This unit focuses on the characteristics of ESL child and adult learners. Second language acquisition processes are considered against a background of first language acquisition and the interaction between them as well as the teaching and learning needs of ESL/EFL learners.  The application of different language syllabuses and outcomes-based approaches to address the diversity of learning styles among ESL students is examined.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
M83Master of Applied Linguistics
SPAAFBTeaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Area of Specialisation
SPAAFCTeaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Area of Specialisation
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 31/03/2010 VET: 31/03/2010