University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Availability restrictions: Not automatically available to General Degree students. Distance Learning only

Planned timetable: Not applicable

Preparing and supporting students who come to study for undergraduate or postgraduate degrees through the medium of English is one of the most challenging but rewarding jobs in the field of language teaching. To do this well, an EAP teacher needs to understand the higher education context, the key principles underpinning learning in a university, text and discourse in the communities of different disciplines, theories and practice of assessment, and the most effective methods and materials to motivate students and help them into a discourse community. This module will use recordings of EAP classes and lectures in other disciplines in order to have a greater awareness of the work of an EAP teacher in preparing and delivering materials designed to meet the needs of students. In addition, as part of the module students will take part in online discussions with other distance learning students and students who are on the on campus programme.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3 lectures delivered online (x5 weeks), 0.5 tutorials (x 5 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 29

Guided independent study hours: 125

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr B Matthews
Module teaching staff: Dr Blair Matthews