Course Title: Assist in production of language resources
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: TCHE5897C
Course Title: Assist in production of language resources
School: 360T Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4349 - Certificate IV in Education Support
Course Contact: Robyn Blaikie
Course Contact Phone: 9925 4838
Course Contact Email: robyn.blaikie@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
No specific pre-requisite and co-requisite.
Course Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required by education support workers to assist a teacher in the development and production of language resources to assist students’ learning where English is a second language.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCEDS028 Assist in production of language resources |
Element: |
1. Identify a range of language resources in conjunction with teacher |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Research and identify different types of language resources which can be used to present words and/or sentences for learning 1.2 Identify existing language sources in the community which can be used for assisting the development of resources 1.3 Source any additional language resources required for use in learning activities |
Element: |
2. Plan for the development of language learning resources in conjunction with teacher |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify the intended audience and purpose of language resources 2.2 Establish the type and form of language resource required to meet specific learning needs 2.3 Access a range of sources for the development of the language resources 2.4 Demonstrate respect for community protocols and ownership of language in the development of language resources 2.5 Plan for the development of identified language resources |
Element: |
3. Assist teacher to produce language resources |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use appropriate technology and equipment to produce language resources 3.2 Consult with students, teachers and community members in the production of language resources to ensure protocols are maintained 3.3 Produce language resources in accordance with organisation guidelines for resource production 3.4 Evaluate the effectiveness of language resources in consultation with students, teachers and community members |
Learning Outcomes
This unit develops the skills and knowledge required by education support workers to assist a teacher in the development and production of language resources to assist students’ learning where English is a second language.
Details of Learning Activities
Your program consists of face to face teaching, Unsupervised Directed Study and you are required to participate in compulsory work placement. It is strongly advised you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency. You are not required to attend to complete Unsupervised Directed Study, however you are expected to complete the work given and will at times be required to show evidence the work has been completed.
The student learning experience will be facilitated through participation in a range of activities:
• Work Placement
• Group discussion
• Research assignments
• Guest speakers
• Oral and/or written questions on "What if?" scenarios
• Realistic simulations and role play
• Practical demonstrations and direct observation of actual work and simulated work practice
• Oral Presentations
• Individual and group projects - Completing the projects will include negotiated independent study time and practical work relevant to the unit of competency.
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Library Orientation & an RMIT Online Systems Information Session will be scheduled during the first two weeks of your program. Information about student services, rights and responsibilities is contained in your student diary
Week 1
Origins of language
Language and culture
E1 E2 E3
Week 2
Language and culture
Languages and dialects
Learners where English is not the first language
E1 E2 E3
Week 3
Languages and dialect variations in community
Protocols of researching language and dialects
E1 E2 E3
Week 4
Researching and identifying different types of language resources
Guidelines and procedures for development and production of learning resources
E1 E2
Week 5
Identifying existing language sources in community
Using language sources to develop resources
Guidelines and procedures for development and production of learning resources
E1 E2
Week 6
Developing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
Purpose and audience
Type and form
Meeting learning needs
E2 E3
Week 7
Developing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
Planning development of language resources
Purpose and audience
Type and form
Meeting learning needs
E2 E3
Week 8
Developing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
Planning developing language resources
Meeting learning needs
Demonstrating respect for community protocols
E2 E3
Week 9
Demonstrating respect for community protocols and ownership of language
Consulting with relevant community members
E2 E3
Week 10
Producing language resources at expected organisational standards
Using appropriate technology and equipment to produce language resources
Consulting with relevant community members to ensure protocols are maintained
Evaluation strategies involving relevant stakeholders
E2 E3
Week 11
Producing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
Using appropriate technology and equipment to produce language resources
Evaluation strategies
E2 E3
Week 12
Producing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
Evaluating the effectiveness of language resources
E2 E3
Week 13
Producing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
Evaluating the effectiveness of language resources
E2 E3
Week 14
Producing language resources for learners where English is not the first language
E2 E3
Week 15
Reflecting on language resources
Strategies to adapt resources
E2 E3
Week 16
Reflecting on language resources
Strategies to adapt resources
E2 E3
Week 17
Meeting learner needs
Developing language learning skills
E2 E3
Week 18
Developing language learning skills
Reflecting on assisting in production of language resources
E2 E3
Week 19
Reflecting on assisting in production of language resources
E2 E3
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts in this course. RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through handouts, our online systems and access to facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources. It is recommended that you bring:
• Display folder with plastic sleeves
• Highlighter pens
• Notebook or loose leaf paper
• Headphones
• USB (Memory stick)
Overview of Assessment
For assessment in this Unit you must demonstrate Performance and Knowledge Evidence of the unit in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by:
• Oral or written questioning
• oral presentations
• Assignments and projects
• Direct observation of actual work practice
• Presentation of a portfolio of evidence which may comprise documents, and/or photographs and/or video and audio files
• Work-based activities
• Third-party feedback from a work supervisor/employer
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
The Student Charter www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/supporting-learning-and-teaching/student-charter/ summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT University student as well as the responsibilities of the university.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qwxbqbg739rl1
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Language and culture assignment (Week 7)
Assessment 2: Oral presentation – Assisting in production of language resources (Week 14)
Assessment 3: Observation/Demonstration in workplacement (Week 10-18)
Assessment tasks in this unit are assessed using the following competency based results:
CA - Competency achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
All Assessment tasks should be submitted by the due date. If an extension is required please contact your teacher and/or Coordinator before the due date.
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work.
All assessment tasks including electronically recorded student work will be kept by the University for student feedback and to meet government requirements.
Resubmissions:
If you are found to be Not Yet Competent in a Course Assessment Task you may be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency and with the critical aspects of assessment for each unit. The assessment matrix for units will be available from your teacher and on Blackboard for students to access.
Other Information
Attendance - The major learning experience involves participating in face to face classes. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Feedback - Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Students may be asked to attend interviews with relevant teachers and Program Coordinator to discuss academic progress.
Assessment Academic Progress www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academicprogress
Special Consideration - All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Please see the RMIT website for further information. www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism - RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
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