Postgraduate Certificate and Masters in English Language Teaching (ELT) Online

1. Postgraduate Certificate and Masters in English Language Teaching (ELT) Online Simon HarrisManager, Open & Distance Learning Unit, British Council Prof Clare Mar-MolineroHead, Modern Languages, University of Southampton Vicky WrightDirector, Centre for Language Study, University of Southampton

2. Overview • Who are the University of Southampton & the British Council? • What is the collaboration? • What is the PG Cert in ELT? • Course overview  Learning activities The core units • How do I move on to a Masters? • Who can apply? • Frequently Asked Questions

3. University of Southampton • Situated on South coast of England, close to London • One of the elite group of research-led UK universities known as the Russell Group

4. University of Southampton • Well-known for its innovative approaches to learning & teaching • International reputation in English Language Teaching • Home to Centre for Applied Language Research (CALR) • MeXsu - new centre for Mexico – Southampton collabaration

5. Leading Research in CALR

6. Leading Research in CALR

7. Leading Research in CALR

8. British Council • The UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations; • Operates an extensive teacher training and education programme; • Leading provider and innovator of English Language Teaching; • Pioneer in online learning and teaching

9. Collaboration • Both partners have been involved in the design of the online PG Cert and Masters in ELT • They will be delivered online by an experienced e-tutor team from BC (Mexico) ODLU • University of Southampton will oversee, moderate and award the qualification

10. Course overview – PG Cert • Four core units taken over 2 semesters • Communicative Approaches to ESP • Language Analysis for Teaching • Communicative Methodology in ESP • E-Learning for ELT • Each unit worth 15 credits (CATS)

11. Learning Activities • Course activities will include: • Online tutor-led discussion forums • Interactive tasks in topic-led learning materials • Presentations and lectures (eg podcasts) • Real-time chat & small group discussions

12. Learning Activities • Independent Learning will include: • Reading key texts • Accessing online resources • Participating in online forums • Private study research & reflection • Action research & reporting, & presentations

13. Communicative Approaches to ESP • 1. Focus on the theory and practice of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP) • theoretical framework for CLT/ESP practice • the teaching of ESP in the broader context of communicative approaches to language teaching • the origins and development of the Communicative Approach, the varieties of communicative methodology and related issues • the relationship of CLT to ESP

14. Communicative Approaches to ESP • 2. Focus on the learner, the classroom environment and learning theories in a Communicative Approach to ESP • First steps in ESP practice: • an investigation of communicative curriculum models in ESP, • the principles underlying course design, • the selection and production of materials • the design and implementation of appropriate and effective work plans

15. Language Analysis for Teaching • looks at approaches to grammatical analysis and teaching, and skills and competences involved in teaching grammar • focuses on analytic processes with selected grammatical areas

16. Language Analysis for Teaching • examines the relationship between grammar and other levels of analysis – phonology, lexis and discourse • examines pedagogic grammar and the application of analytical skills and awareness to classroom practice

17. Communicative Methodology in ESP • implementing courses through a principled approach to ESP methodology • design of appropriate materials and activities • examine language systems and uses in ESP, relating them to: • varieties of academic and occupational communication • key ESP process of needs analysis and materials design

18. Communicative Methodology in ESP • compare EFL and ESP methodology • explore ESP principles and practice in the teaching of language and skills in a range of ESP contexts

19. E-Learning for ELT • Analyse of theoretical approaches and underpinning of online learning • Explore the application in the design of online courses and learning environments

20. E-Learning for ELT • Focus on teaching and learning activities in an online course setting • Examine the relevant skills and competences for e-tutors and e-learners

21. Moving on to the MA in ELT • 60% overall on the PG Cert to progress to the MA • Four further (15 credit) core units taken over 2 semesters • Discourse Analysis • Second language Learning • World Englishes • Research Skills • 15,000 word dissertation written over 1 semester

22. Who can apply? • Minimum of two years teaching experience • A good BA degree or equivalent in a relevant area for teaching English and ESP

23. Who can apply? • A good level in English language • Prospective students with the BC’s DipTESP will be exempt 2 of the core courses

24. Frequently Asked Questions • What is the cost of the PG Cert in ELT? • How much does it cost to continue to the online Masters? • Where can I find out more information and how to apply? • What does these awards qualify me to do?

25. Frequently Asked Questions • Can I do part of my MA in Southampton? • Can I do a Phd in ELT? • What is the City of Southampton like?

26. The City of Southampton