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Do your students need help with writing and structuring an assignment?

Do you wish your students submitted assignments with stronger arguments, or that were better structured.

Well, we have good news for you. Learning Skills is excited to announce two new peer support programs available now for all students.

The WriteWISE program connects MQ students with trained peer writing leaders. Students can chat to a WriteWISE leader at our Library drop-in desk and/or join a weekly writing group.

The WriteWISE drop-in desk

All coursework students (UG and PG) can get help unpacking their assessment task or receive feedback on their draft assignment from WriteWISE Leaders – who understand how to structure academic writing within the various disciplines and can respond to student’s queries from a peer perspective.

Where: Library Info Desk (Level 2) When: Mon – Thurs 11am to 5pm and Fri 11am to 4pm Who: All UG and PG coursework students

Shut up & WriteWISE writing group

For those students who find it hard to motivate themselves to sit and write their assignment, these one-hour weekly writing sessions use goal-setting strategies to maximise a student’s productivity within a social setting. Free snacks are also provided.

Where: Library Training Room M4.03 (Level 4) When: Mon at 11am, Tues at 1pm, Wed at 11am, Thurs at 12pm and 2pm, Fri at 2pm Who: All UG and PG coursework students

You can send students this link to find out more about the WriteWISE program .

For more information on these initiatives or to find out more about the learning support resources offered by Learning Skills, email: [email protected] .

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N2 - This lecture explains the process of writing an academic assignment in five steps: planning, orientation, structuring, drafting, and revision.The lecture is delivered by Distinguished Professor Ingrid Piller as part of the postgraduate unit "Literacies" in Macquarie University's Applied Linguistics program. A written version of some of the content in this lecture can be found at https://www.languageonthemove.com/wha... and a summary of the lecture also exists as a Twitter thread at https://twitter.com/Lg_on_the_Move/st...

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APPL8220 – Practicum in TESOL

2023 – session 2, in person-placement, on location, general information.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

• ULO1: Critically evaluate applications of TESOL pedagogy, including language teaching methods and approaches, use of materials, design of learning tasks and of whole lessons through classroom observations
• ULO2: Apply a range of appropriate language teaching strategies suitable for a diverse learner group
• ULO3: Plan and implement appropriate language learning activities and lessons that support a diverse learner group
• ULO4: Demonstrate effective communication and ethical professional practice
• ULO5: Critically reflect on your teaching practice, including your role in the learning and teaching processes, to identify elements that enabled and inhibited successful teaching and learning

General Assessment Information

Requesting an extension to assignment due date

On occasion, you may be in a situation when you aren't able to submit an assessment task on time. Extensions are only given in special circumstances, by completing a Special Consideration request. For more information on Special Consideration, see  https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration   

Late submission of assignments

If you haven't been approved for an extension and you submit your assessment task late, penalties are applied. You should consult your unit convenor if you are in this position. Late submissions will receive a 5% per day penalty. If you submit the assessment task 10 days or more beyond the due date, without an approved extension, you will be awarded a maximum of 50% of the overall assessment marks. Weekends and public holidays are included. 

Use of Generative AI

Please refer to instructions from your lecturer on the use and acknowledgement of use of Generative AI in your submitted assignments.

Assessment Tasks

Preparation Activity

Assessment Type 1 : Non-academic writing Indicative Time on Task 2 : 10 hours Due: Week 7 Weighting: 20%

These are a series of tasks to be completed on iLearn from Week 1 to Week 7. They require engagement with assigned readings, analysis, evaluation, reflection and personalization of the concepts in focus and application to their own teaching context.

• Critically evaluate applications of TESOL pedagogy, including language teaching methods and approaches, use of materials, design of learning tasks and of whole lessons through classroom observations
• Apply a range of appropriate language teaching strategies suitable for a diverse learner group
• Plan and implement appropriate language learning activities and lessons that support a diverse learner group
• Demonstrate effective communication and ethical professional practice
• Critically reflect on your teaching practice, including your role in the learning and teaching processes, to identify elements that enabled and inhibited successful teaching and learning

Observation Tasks 1-8

Assessment Type 1 : Reflective Writing Indicative Time on Task 2 : 20 hours Due: Based on placement schedule (approx. Week 10) Weighting: 30%

Observation Tasks fully completed with diagrams, notes taken during observations, questions answered and reflections included.

Assessment Type 1 : Portfolio Indicative Time on Task 2 : 25 hours Due: Based on placement schedule (approx. Week 13) Weighting: 50%

The portfolio is a complete record of the teacher's practicum experiences and includes practicum preparation tasks, fully completed observation tasks, reports on practice teaching sessions, a practice teaching journal, lesson plans and materials, and other artefacts from the practicum.

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

• the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
• the Writing Centre for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation

Delivery and Resources

The initial part of the unit is delivered fully online via iLearn and involves students reading, completing tasks, and completing practicum preparation tasks. These are included in the practicum portfolio and may also be discussed online with other students completing their practicum. Optional group meetings are offered via Zoom throughout the semester.

The remainder of the unit is carried out on placement at an approved school or college. Students also work from home to complete their portfolio.

Recommended Readings  

Richards, J.C., & Farrell, T.S.C. (2011).  Practice Teaching: a reflective approach . New York. Cambridge University Press

Technology Used  

Active participation in the learning activities throughout the unit will require students to have access to a tablet, laptop or similar device. Students who do not own their own laptop computer may borrow one from the university library.  

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central  ( https://policies.mq.edu.au ). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

• Academic Appeals Policy
• Academic Integrity Policy
• Academic Progression Policy
• Assessment Policy
• Fitness to Practice Procedure
• Assessment Procedure
• Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
• Special Consideration Policy

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies  ( https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies ). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central  ( https://policies.mq.edu.au ) and use the search tool .

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct:  https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results published on platform other than eStudent , (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent . For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact [email protected]

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At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support , academic skills development and wellbeing consultations .

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Social inclusion at Macquarie University is about giving everyone who has the potential to benefit from higher education the opportunity to study at university, participate in campus life and flourish in their chosen field. The University has made significant moves to promote an equitable, diverse and exciting campus community for the benefit of staff and students. It is your responsibility to contribute towards the development of an inclusive culture and practice in the areas of learning and teaching, research, and service orientation and delivery. As a member of the Macquarie University community, you must not discriminate against or harass others based on their sex, gender, race, marital status, carers' responsibilities, disability, sexual orientation, age, political conviction or religious belief. All staff and students are expected to display appropriate behaviour that is conducive to a healthy learning environment for everyone.  

Professionalism

In the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses.  

As part of developing professionalism, students are expected to attend all small group interactive sessions. As an adult learner, we respect your decision to choose how you engage with your learning, but we would remind you that the learning opportunities we create for you have been done so to enable your success, and that by not engaging you may impact your ability to successfully complete this unit. We equally expect that you show respect for the academic staff who have worked hard to develop meaningful activities and prioritise your learning by communicating with them in advance if you are unable to attend a small group interactive session. 

Another dimension of professionalism is having respect for your peers. It is the right of every student to learn in an environment that is free of disruption and distraction. Please arrive to all learning activities on time, and if you are unavoidably detained, please join activity as quietly as possible to minimise disruption. Phones and other electronic devices that produce noise and other distractions must be turned off prior to entering class. Where your own device (e.g., laptop) is being used for class-related activities, you are asked to close down all other applications to avoid distraction to you and others. Please treat your fellow students with the utmost respect. If you are uncomfortable participating in any specific activity, please let the relevant academic know. 

Unit information based on version 2023.03 of the Handbook

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