Introduction to Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Second year students from the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, particularly those who are undertaking a year abroad and plan to do overseas assistantships, or related work placements can take this 20-credit, full year module.
About the module
This module introduces some key principles and practical techniques in the teaching of English as a foreign language. It will include workshops, practical teaching sessions, as well as the opportunity to observe Centre for English Language Education classes.
The content can be broken down as follows:
- Approaches to English Language Teaching (ELT)
- Focus on vocabulary
- Focus on language
- Speaking and communication skills
- Listening
- Exploiting resources
- Electives - such as pronunciation, teaching young learners, language intensive
- Peer teaching sessions
- Reflective practice
- Feedback on teaching practice
- Essay writing guidance
- Assessed teaching practice (assessment)
- Reflective discussion based on assessed teaching practice
How you will be assessed
- Preparation, planning, creation of materials and delivery of one short EFL task to a group of volunteer international students (You will work in small groups in this task) (40%)
- 1,500 word essay which critically discusses, analyses and evaluates part(s) of a language learning task in relation to underlying theoretical principles (50%)
- Reflective discussion: a group feedback discussion to reflect on your own and others' teaching practice (10%)
Writing Successful Academic Papers
This module is suitable for all first-year undergraduate students. It is worth 10 credits.
About the module
This course will give you the opportunity to learn and refine the academic skills you will require in your academic discipline in order to more effectively engage in the learning processes and enhance your learning experience.
The course will encourage research and critical reading skills, and train vital writing and oral presentation skills with a view to the production of a purposeful research project. For instance, you will develop skills to:
- research and structure an essay
- construct an argument and support it with appropriately cited evidence
- develop and make good use of your own academic ‘voice’
- work with academic integrity
- use appropriate academic language and style
You will receive constructive feedback on the work you produce for this course.
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Study Skills for Environmental Sciences
About the module
This module is designed for 2+2 students in your first term at the University of Nottingham. With 16 hours of seminars and four hours of problem-based learning, it develops study skills in environmental science. You'll focus on critical reading, writing, argument development, and communication. Group work and independent learning are key components, supported by staff from the Centre for English Language Education, School of Geography, and Schools of Biosciences.
How you will be assessed
- 35% Essay (1,000 words) – critical evaluation of environmental solutions
- 35% Report (1,000 words) – problem-based learning
- 30% Infographic – problem-based learning