Master's in English Teaching Methodologies

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Questions and Answers

What is the weight of continuous assessment in the overall evaluation?

100%

50% (correct)

30%

70%

What minimum attendance percentage is required to maintain continuous assessment rights?

75%

60%

90%

80% (correct)

Which of the following is included in the continuous assessment criteria?

Final exam score

Attendance at all classes

Class participation (correct)

Homework completion

If a student fails the final exam, what happens to their continuous assessment mark?

It is preserved for the second attempt. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the subject content?

Advanced grammar structures Signup and view all the answers

What type of activities includes discussions in small groups?

Foros de opinión Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the complementary section in the final exam?

To cover lost continuous assessment marks Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the methods of assessment in the course?

Oral presentations Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for successful language learners when experimenting with the language?

Asking questions and making mistakes Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with successful language learners?

Shyness when using the language Signup and view all the answers

What do successful language learners consider as more important than setting goals?

Having a clear vision of themselves as learners Signup and view all the answers

How do successful language learners typically interact with new information?

They jot it down using various methods Signup and view all the answers

Why is it said that language is an art, not a science?

Context often determines usage and meanings Signup and view all the answers

What role do teachers play in the journey of successful language learners?

They are seen as experts but not infallible dictionaries Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the mindset of successful language learners?

They embrace every opportunity to engage with the language Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception among less successful language learners regarding rules?

All rules must be strictly followed Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

Course Title: Complementos para la formación disciplinar en inglés (Complements for disciplinary training in English)
Institution: Universidad Cardenal Herrera
Course Duration: 2024-2025
Course Level: Master's degree in secondary education teacher training

Subject Content

Second language acquisition
History of English teaching methodologies and their implications for EFL teaching
External Factors influencing FLT (motivation in the classroom, classroom management)
English in the current educational context
Lesson planning

Class Activities

Lectures (Clases Magistrales)
Practical workshops and seminars (Seminarios y Talleres de carácter práctico)
Individual synthesis projects (Trabajos de síntesis de carácter individual)
Review of textual and audiovisual materials
Discussion forums (Foros de opinión)
Tutoring sessions (Tutorías para aclarar las consultas y dudas)
Collaborative activities (Actividades que propicien el trabajo colaborativo)
Final exam (Examen Final)

Assessment System

Continuous assessment (Evaluación Continua): 50%
- Synthesis and presentation work in class (30%)
- Classroom work and participation (20%)
Final Exam (Examen Final): 50%
80% attendance required (maximum 20% unjustified absences)
Minimum grade of 4/10 on the final exam to average the continuous assessment

Additional Information

If a student misses more than 20% of classes due to unjustified absences, a supplementary written and oral exam will be required to cover the missing continuous assessment percentage.
Students should discuss the following topics in small groups or pairs:
- Reasons for wanting to be an EFL teacher
- Personal English language learning experiences
- Positive and negative experiences with English teachers in school
- Positive and negative experiences with English classes
- Self-assessment of language learning success

Successful Language Learners

Characteristics
- High tolerance for ambiguity: language is an art, not a science
- Willingness to ask questions and experiment
- Ability to develop an intuition for language patterns
- Immersion in the language
- Active reading habits (underlining, highlighting, note-taking)
- Interest in other cultures and communities
- Strong organisational and memory skills
- Recognition of teachers as valuable resources outside of the classroom learning process (grammar books, etc.)
- Independent and self-directed learning outside of the classroom
Strategies
- Learning explicit rules (i.e., grammar)
- Learning language chunks (e.g., phrases, questions)
- developing a "feel" for the language to recognize regularities/patterns in vocabulary and structures(e.g., word stress, adjectives/verbs)
- Immersion in the language (e.g., labelling things, listening to podcasts and watching/reading English content)
Assignment (Assignment): Reflect on language learning experiences and derive takeaways for EFL teachers.

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Description

This quiz covers critical aspects of second language acquisition and explores various English teaching methodologies relevant in the current educational landscape. It also delves into the external factors that influence foreign language teaching, such as classroom management and motivation. Prepare to evaluate your knowledge on lesson planning and current practices.