EML514 Approaching TESOL Research (8)

Approaching TESOL Research addresses the place of research in the TESOL field in order to develop students' research awareness and competency. In this subject, students will be introduced to a range of research literature, paradigms, and approaches. Students will interpret and critique current TESOL research in order to articulate their understandings of the subject content and concepts. Students will apply these understandings in the preparation of ethically sound research proposals related to a topic of interest in a TESOL context.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
Online
Bathurst Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EML514. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Teacher Education

Incompatible Subjects

EER500, EML422

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to critically review current research in the TESOL field;
  • be able to differentiate research paradigms in TESOL;
  • be able to articulate an understanding of research approaches and applications in TESOL;
  • be able to apply the principles of ethics in TESOL research; and,
  • be able to develop research proposals for TESOL contexts.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Current research in TESOL
  • Research paradigms in TESOL
  • TESOL research approaches and applications
  • Principles of research ethics
  • Designing and developing research proposals

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of EML514 in Session 1 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Reseach method evaluation
40
2
Research proposal
60

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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