Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description To develop a deeper understanding of processes and issues concerning globalisation; To develop fluency and accuracy in the four language skill domains of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing in the context of the topics: a)globalisation, b) language and intercultural learning; To foster group work by identifying common goals and working towards individual & group aims To develop peer-teaching skills To critically appraise own and other groups' peer teaching activities To develop report-writing skills Materials used in this module are mainly pitched at C1 (CEFR) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. research, present, reflect on and discuss complex critical scenarios relating to globalisation 2. plan, develop and execute an interactive peer teaching session on a topic related to globalisation 3. write critically reflective reports of peer-teaching sessions 4. demonstrate ability to work in mixed-nationality groups, contributing actively to process and outcome | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Learning to learn skills (learner autonomy)Listening to authentic materialsextensive/intensiveReading reports and articles and extracting informationgist/detailWriting reports, essays and reflective journalsExtending existing passive / active vocabularyMaking presentations and extended interactive group sessions to peersPlanning for the use of interactive language and topic specific classroom activitiesGroup work | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 30-MAY-11 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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