Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | READING AND WRITING | ||
Code | ENGL644 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr MLB Randles English L.Randles@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To enable students to recognise and investigate the different demands made on producers and readers of written texts. To offer students opportunities to explore genre, register and levels in the structure of written communication. To enable students to develop critical thinking skills. To enable students to explore the implications of the insights to language teaching To enable students to select their own authentic texts and to design appropriate teaching activities relevant to their professional context. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On successful completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the application of key aspects of reading and writing in English language teaching materials, methodology and language analysis. |
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(LO2) On successful completion of the course, students will be able to understand different genres and register in spoken and written texts. |
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(LO3) On successful completion of the course, students will be able to identify the dynamic and constructive features of written discourse in the structure of texts and the presentation of ideas. |
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(LO4) On successful completion of the course, students will be able to apply these insights critically in the evaluation and design of teaching materials |
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(LO5) On successful completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the application of key aspects of reading and writing in English language teaching materials, methodology and language analysis. |
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(S1) Ability to recognize and use linguistic terms specific to reading, writing and discourse analysis. |
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(S2) Ability to use corpus tools to analyse data, e.g. Antconc. |
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(S3) Effective academic writing and referencing. |
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(S4) Ability to analyse texts using ‘problem solution’ and other appropriate patterns. |
Syllabus |
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Topics covered typically include: |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This module will be taught by 1 x weekly 1-hour tutorial with small group (F2F or online, as can be accommodated), and 1 x weekly 1-hour remote online workshops with whole cohort. Teaching Method 1 – Workshop (online ) Teaching method 2 – Teaching method 3 (if no COVID restrictions) |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
10 |
20 10 |
40 | ||||
Timetable (if known) |
60 mins X 1 totaling 10
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120 mins X 1 totaling 20
60 mins X 1 totaling 10 |
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Private Study | 110 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment 1 3,000 words Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 1 1) There is a resit opportunity 2) It is anonymous 3) This is an essay-style analysis and evaluation of grammar activities in cou | 0 | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |