Abstract
This subject aims to give students an in-depth understanding of practical and theoretical aspects of written language and the teaching of writing. Students will be encouraged to explore differing perspectives on writing in order to extend and enrich their current beliefs and approaches. Students will consider case-studies of writing and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
theoretical perspectives on writing (e.g. cognitive process, sociocultural, poststructuralist)historical and contemporary approaches to writing policy and practice (e.g. balance, critical)binaries in writing pedagogy (implicit/explicit; acquisition/learning; immersion/instruction)the social construction of writers and writing developmentmethods for examining writers and writing in and across contexts (e.g. naturalistic observation)changing writing education through written reflection … For more content click the Read More button below.
Assessment items
1. Case study
2. Critical inquiry
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
demonstrate understanding of a range of theoretical perspectives on writing
2.
consider seminal case-studies and their contribution to writing instruction
3.
discuss literature that has informed influential approaches to writing instruction
4.
use frameworks and concepts central to writing and writing instruction as analytic tools
5.
use writing as a tool for reflecting on own experiences of writing and writing education
6.
employ writing frameworks for critiquing and enhancing pedagogical practices
7.
articulate their position on the nature of writing and learning to write
Enrolment restrictions
Available to students in the Master of Education