Applied Language Centre - English Language Teaching - Introduction
This module introduces students to the social, political, linguistic and pedagogical issues involved in English language teaching (ELT) and learning and explores the principles and practice of a range of methods and approaches.
Duration
Autumn Trimester - September to December
Spring Trimester - January to May
MODE OF DELIVERY: Face-to-Face
Eligibility
Learning Requirements:
CEFR B2 level in English
Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
Careers / Further progression
Open Learning means you can fit university around your life. Whether you're looking to progress your career, or you've just finished school and wondering if university is for you, Open Learning fits around your schedule and gives you all the benefits of being a full-time student, without the full-time commitment.
Open Learning allows you to select the modules you wish to study, set the pace of your study, and whether you undertake the module assessment. It also can lead to undergraduate degree entry in UCD if you are taking the Certificate in Open Learning (30 credits) or if you are a Mature Student you can take one module (5 credits) in lieu of the MSAP exam.
There are 14 Progression Pathways to choose from Students who earn 30 credits (6 x 5 credit modules) receive a NFQ Level 7 Certificate in Open Learning. This can be used to apply through the CAO for dedicated places on 14 different UCD degree programmes depending on Grade Point Average (GPA) and modules completed.
Further information
TRIMESTER: Autumn and Spring (separate)
To get started, you need to first complete and submit an online pre-registration form. Applications will reopen again on 8 August 2023.
Introduction to ELT is a pre-service module aimed at introducing students to aspects of the profession of teaching English as a foreign or second language. It focuses on the central aspects of the teaching process and develops students’ ability to handle the key components of the language system of English as well as the four skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking). The aim is to develop a knowledge of the description of English, an understanding of the roles of the teacher and learner, familiarity with the principles and practice of effective teaching and familiarity with resources and materials for use with ESL (English as a second language) students. This module will be delivered via small group teaching with classes having a maximum of 18 students. Students will also have access to extra resources and materials via the Virtual Learning Environment, Brightspace.
Please note that the Applied Language Centre’s modules can only be taken for credit (i.e. with assessment) and not for audit.
We have a dedicated team who supports the Open Learning programme:
Jenny Doyle, Centre Operations Manager - jennifer.doyle@ucd.ie
Lucy and Ciarán are members of our Operations Team and they can also help you with your queries. Get in touch with us by emailing all@ucd.ie