Synopsis
Topics
- Introduction
- The brain and behaviour
- Insights from research on the human brain that have practical benefits to language educators
- Classical Conditioning
- Operant Conditioning
- Theories of cognitive development
Learning Outcome
- Define the theories and strategies in the teaching and learning of a language
- List the theories and strategies in the teaching and learning of a language
- Discuss the learning theories currently popular
- Illustrate how the theories of pedagogy operate in the classroom
- Employ the theories of pedagogy in the classroom setting
- Describe how the physiological changes in children have an impact on learning
Week # | Day | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | 7PM | 10PM |
3 | 2 | 7PM | 10PM |
5 | 3 | 7PM | 10PM |
7 | 4 | 7PM | 10PM |
9 | 5 | 7PM | 10PM |
11 | 6 | 7PM | 10PM |
Relevance of Course to employment/upskilling/reskilling
MLL111 Pedagogical Approaches to Language Teaching is highly relevant for individuals seeking to enhance their employability in the fields of education. This course is tailored for those aiming to become Language School Teachers, Private Tutors, or educators in primary and secondary settings by focusing on elements of pedagogical practices, theories and approaches . The curriculum emphasizes understanding and appreciation of how the work of a teacher requires knowledge and skills embedded in pedagogy and learning approaches. The course embraces areas of knowledge acquisition and learning process in children and adolescence.
Schedule
| Week # | Day | Time | Seminar | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 1 | Introduction |
| 3 | 2 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 2 | The Brain and Behaviour |
| 5 | 3 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 3 | Insights from research on the human brain that have practical benefits to language educators |
| 7 | 4 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 4 | Classical conditioning |
| 9 | 5 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 5 | Operant conditioning |
| 11 | 6 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 6 | Theories of cognitive development |
Trainer Information
Dr Zainaba is an experienced Malay Language teacher with strong expertise in curriculum development, teacher professional learning and language pedagogy. She holds a master in Curriculum and Teaching and a PhD in Language and Communication from Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI). Over the past 10 years with Ministro of Education (MOE), she has been actively involved in the development of Malay Language Syllabus and instructional materials, contributing to curriculum strengthening and classroom implementation across schools. She also played a key role in the training and capacity building of teachers, supporting effective teaching strategies and professional growth. She previously served as Asian Languages Head of Department (HOD) at Ministry of Education Language Centre (MOELC) for 3 years, leading initiatives to enhance teaching and learning quality and driving professional development of teachers. Currently, she continues to serve in the education fraternity as a Lead Teacher specialising in Malay Language, dedicated to nurturing students’ language proficiency and character development through effective learning experiences.
Course Fees
| International Participants | Singapore Citizens (below 40yrs) & Permanent Residents (aged 21 and above) | SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy1 (S'poreans aged 40 and above) | Enhanced Training Support for SME2 (Singaporean and PRs) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Course fee (A) | $1,753.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,461.00 |
| SSG grant (70%) (B) | - | $1,022.70 | $1,022.70 | $1,022.70 |
| Nett course fee (A) - (B) = (C) | $1,753.00 | $438.30 | $438.30 | $438.30 |
| 9% GST on nett course fee (D) | $157.77 | $39.45 | $39.45 | $39.45 |
| Total nett course fee payable, including GST (C) + (D) = (E) | $1910.77 | $477.75 | $477.75 | $477.75 |
| Less additional funding if eligible under various schemes (F) | - | - | $292.20 | $292.20 |
| Total nett course fee payable, including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes (E) - (F) = (H) | $1,910.77 | $477.75 | $185.75 | $185.75 |
1 Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy:
Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course
fees.
2 Enhanced Training Support
for SMEs: SME-sponsored employees (Singaporean Citizens and PRs) aged 21
and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.
- Participants are required to achieve at least 75% attendance and pass any prescribed examinations/assessments or submit any course/project work (if any) under the course requirement.
- Participants are required to complete all surveys and feedbacks related to the course.
- The course fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the course fees without prior notice.
- Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to amend
and/or revise the above schedule without prior notice.
For clarification, please contact the SUSS Academy via the following:
Telephone: +65 6248 0263
Email: [email protected]