LANGTCHG 205

Developing Literacy in a Second Language

Description

Examines the theory and practice related to the development of both initial and advanced literacy in a second language: how reading and writing skills are developed in a second language; the interdependency of first and second language literacy skills; effective instructional methods and the role played by second language literacy in the development of academic skills where English is the medium of instruction.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines for 2025 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s) Professor Helen Basturkmen

Assessment

The course will be assessed by two essay assignments and one in-class test.

Points

LANGTCHG 205: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points passed or approval of the Academic Head or nominee