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COURSEWORK (SEMESTER 5)

PROGRAMME: PPG NAME:

COURSE: Managing The Primary ESL Classroom (TSL3109)

SEMESTER: 5 (Ambilan Jun 2011)

DATE SET: 17 AUG 2013 DATE DUE: TASK 1: 7 SEPT 2013

TASK 2 & 3: 21 SEPT 2013

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of different theories, models and perspectives on classroom management. (1.1, 1.2,)

2. Explore the use of appropriate techniques and teaching resources for effective primary classroom management. (1.3, 2.2)

3. Reflect on and discuss issues in primary English language classroom management. (1.6, 5.6, 7.2)

4. Reflect on teacher and learner roles in the primary classroom. (3.3, 4.6)

COURSEWORK OBJECTIVES:

1. Students show in depth understanding of the classroom management theories learned throughout the course.

2. Students show critical understanding of how the classroom management theories are applied in a real ESL classrom setting.

3. Students can critically reflect the roles of a teacher and learners in managing an ESL classroom.4. Students reflect positively the knowledge learned throughout the course.

Task 1: Presentation (Group work) 30%

You will be divided into groups of 3 or 4 and each group will be given one of the topics below:

The classroom management theories: Theories of Democratic Teaching (Rudolf Dreikurs) Theories of Instructional Management (Jacob Kounin) Theories of Congruent Communication (Haim Ginott) Building the foundation (Skinner, Glasser,Gordon) Theories of Assertive Tactics (Lee Canter & Marlene Canter)

Research as much as you can on the topic given and present your findings to the class. Divide the presentation equally among group members. The presentation should be about 30 minutes.

Areas of presentation may include: Definition / description of theories The approaches/strategies the theories offer The strength and weaknesses of the theories The practicality of the theories in a local ESL classroom.

Discuss how the theories appeal to you and their implications for classroom management.The presentation assessment will be based on:

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Content (15%) – Assessed as a group. For this purpose, please submit the presentation slides before presentation begins.

Presentation (15%) – Individual assessment.

Task 2: Classroom observation (Individual) 60%

Observe an ESL lesson in your school and comment on how the teacher teaching manages his/her classroom. Write a report of your observation reporting on the application of the areas that you have learned throughout the course (eg: theories, communication skills, resource and classroom management, etc). Suggest the possible reasons for the actions/decisions taken by the teacher and comment whether the actions/decisions are suitable for the learners. You may also suggest better ways on how things should have been handled during the session. Include other appropriate findings from your observation. The report should be about 1500 words.

Note: Keep evidence of the lesson in the form of a video recording and save it on DVD for verification purpose..

Task 3: Reflection (Individual) 10%

Write an individual reflection for about 500 words. In the reflection, discuss what lessons you have learned or the experience that you have gained throughout this course as well as the changes you would like to make to your teaching practice and the rationale for these changes.

PART B: GENERAL GUIDELINES.

A good assignment should show:

1. Clear and critical understanding of the task(s)2. Originality in the work3. Appropriate use of language

Detailed requirements for the written assignment.

1. Use arial font 11, one and a half spacing.2. Cite the sources of the text and any references you used, using the APA format.3. No duplication of assignments from other coursework is allowed.4. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.5. The cover page should have the following information:

a. Nameb. Index number and IDc. Class/Groupd. Title of Essaye. Lecturer’s name

6. You should adhere to the deadline. Without an approved extension of time, late submissions will be dealt with severely.

MARKING CRITERIA

The tasks will be marked against the marking criteria set for this coursework.

From

TARSAME SINGH A/L MASA SINGHCourse Coordinator

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