Rationale ^TOP

This course combines current Language Curriculum theory with hands-on application. Through lectures, small-group and whole-class discussions, individual and group classroom tasks and activities, course members are expected to know more about language curriculum design, implementation and materials development

Objectives ^TOP

The objectives of the course are to:

• examine the types of multimedia resources available to today’s English language teachers
  


• discuss the pedagogic application of multimedia technology in the English language classroom.
  

Course Content ^TOP

(a) Overview of multimedia resources and ELT;

(b) Using audio and video in the English language classroom;

(c) Principles of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL):

• For teaching reading, writing, listening and speaking;
• For identifying and selecting computer software for classroom use

(d)   Introduction to the Internet: electronic mail and world wide web pages

(e) Electronic library resources

(f) Information technology in the Region

(g) Introduction to multimedia materials development.

Assessment ^TOP

Participants are to prepare individual assignments on the use of Information Technology in classroom situations relevant to themselves. These should incorporate plans that cover a series of lessons in which audio, video or computer technology is involved. The assignment should offer a rationale for the plan (including its practicality in the participants’ situation) and discuss any potential problems and their solutions.

Course Requirements ^TOP

To complete the course successfully, a candidate must:

1. satisfy class attendance requirements;



2. attain a satisfactory standard in required course work;



3. complete an assignment.

Course Award ^TOP

The course will lead to the award of Specialist Certificate in Language Curriculum and Materials Development.

Admission Requirements ^TOP

Applicants should be language teachers who have some familiarity with the use of computers for basic functions such as word processing and an interest in their use for English Language teaching.

The candidate must have a sufficient command of English to follow advanced study conducted in the English Language and to prepare written and oral assignments. Those from non-English medium education systems must have a recent TOEFL score of at least 550 for the paper-based test or 213 for the computerized version, or an IELTS Grade 6.5.

In order to promote useful exchange of ideas and information between countries and institutions, it is recommended that applicants collect information on the availability of hardware and software in their institutions and in schools in their country.

Fees^TOP

The following are the cost components (in Singapore dollars):

*Course fees (inclusive of GST) payable to SEAMEO Regional Language Centre.

Accommodation at the RELC International Hotel is available @ S$51 nett per night with breakfast (twin-sharing) or S$101 nett per night with breakfast (single occupancy).

Participants from outside Singapore are advised to subscribe to the Group Health Insurance Scheme at S$48.15 per month, as medical costs in the event of illness could be very high.

The provision of S$630 per month for subsistence would cover the participant’s basic living expenses while in Singapore.

The fees indicated above are subject to change at any time.

  NOTE:

(a)  RELC does not accept any responsibility for accidents on the journeys to and from Singapore, or in
     Singapore,or for the loss of baggage and other personal belongings in transit or in Singapore.

(b) RELC will also not be responsible for taking out air travel and personal accident insurance for course
     members

(c) Course participants are expected to set aside funds for the typing of assignments as part of the course requirements.

(d) Disbursement of subsistence allowance could be handled by RELC on behalf of the sponsor.

Application ^TOP

 The following forms must be duly completed and submitted:

            (a)      Application Form RELC A237/A238 (in duplicate).

            (b)      Certified copies of a valid TOEFL/IELTS result or Statement of English Language Proficiency
                      Form RELC A229 (in duplicate).

            (c)      Medical Examination Form RELC A228 (1 original and 1 copy) to be issued not more than 6 months before course commencement.

            (d)     Copies of degrees/diplomas/certificates/transcripts should accompany the application.  Where a transcript is in a language other than English, it should be                                       accompanied by a certified translation into English.

Payment of Fees ^TOP

Fees are payable before the commencement of the course.

Cheques should be crossed and made payable to the SEAMEO Regional Language Centre.

Refund of Fees ^TOP

Cancellation of enrolment by a course participant must be made in writing. Cancellation received before the commencement of the course will receive a refund less the registration fee.  Withdrawals after the course has commenced will not be eligible for refund.

Closing date ^TOP

The closing date for application is 14 May 2007.