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Content-cum-Pedagogy of English II

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Course Type Course Code No. Of Credits
Discipline Core SES101306 2

Course Coordinator and Team:                   SES Faculty

Email of course coordinator:                       pcbabed@aud.ac.in 

Pre-requisites:                                               No

Course Description:

This course is designed to make student–teachers aware of the teaching–learning aids and other resources available as well as created for making language learning joyful and meaningful. The course will introduce the effectiveness of such resources and the impact they have on the children’s learning. This course will also help them to understand the content of the textbook--the vocabulary, structure, sound, forms and elements used and to analyse the content for preparing the lesson plan accordingly. The course also focuses on the assessment aspect which will help them to develop activities, strategies for continuous assessment of the language skills as student teachers should be equipped with formal, informal, formative, summative, 360-degree Assessment.

Course Objectives:

  • To understand the use of learning resources and teaching aids in transacting a lesson
  • To create teaching-learning materials for transacting a lesson
  • To develop lesson plans using learning resources 
  • To identify resources and tools for assessment 

Course Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of learning resources and teaching aids,
  • Develop activities and tasks for learners using various teaching-learning materials,
  • Analyse the textbooks of preparatory stage and understand the structures grammar, vocabulary used in them,
  • Develop lesson plan through various learning resources and teaching aids for making teaching –learning a fun,
  • Identify and implement tools and techniques used in the process of assessment language learning.

 

Brief description of the modules:

Module 1: Teaching Learning Aids and Resources

This module will focus on the use of diverse resources to create dynamic, engaging, and effective English language teaching and learning experiences for students. The resources would depend on learners' needs, interests, proficiency levels, and learning contexts. The module will also focus on The Language Experience Approach (LEA) to integrate learner's own words and experiences to create meaningful and relevant language practice.  

Module 2: Textbook Use Across Content Areas

This module will focus on understanding the textbook and content analysis for language teaching. It will introduce ‘reading across content areas’, also known as disciplinary literacy, which involves use of reading strategies specific to different subjects such as science, math, history, and literature. The goal is to enable students to comprehend and engage with texts that vary in structure, purpose, and language use across different disciplines. Reading across content areas is essential for developing proficient and versatile readers who can navigate the diverse demands of different subjects.

Module 3: Assessment and Evaluation

Language assessment is a critical component of language education, designed to evaluate various aspects of language proficiency, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Effective language assessment helps educators understand learners' progress, identify areas needing improvement, and tailor instruction to meet students' needs. incorporating authentic tasks, providing clear criteria, and offering constructive feedback can significantly enhance the assessment process, leading to improved language instruction and student outcomes.

Assessment Plan

S.No

Assessment

Weightage

1

Language experience strategy

30%

2

Textbook lesson

30%

3

Final

40%

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