Supporting EAL Learners in Mainstream Secondary Classrooms - PDD1100

In this program, participants will develop knowledge of how to teach EAL learners within the context of the Australian/state curriculum and the broader school community. They will explore strategies to address the linguistic and cultural diversity of EAL students and gain an understanding of the language demands of their classroom from the perspective of an EAL learner.

Participants will examine how concepts such as plurilingualism and multimodality can support learning. They will also explore digital technology tools to enhance learning experiences and examine how generative AI can support EAL students with language development and content learning.

The program also considers formative and summative assessment approaches that help EAL students learn and demonstrate what they know. Participants will discuss how to create a dialogic classroom that fosters meaningful interactions between EAL students and their peers and encourages active participation.

By engaging with this program, participants will develop a deeper understanding of how to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for EAL learners.

What you will learn

Module 1: EAL learners and the school community

Module 2: Communicating content

Module 3: Pedagogical frameworks

Module 4: Digital technology and generative AI

Module 5: Assessing EAL learners

Module 6: Collaboration and feedback

Program Structure

  • Structured learning activities: 24 hours inclusive of 6 modules (two-hours x 6 online synchronous activities and two-hours x 6 online asynchronous activities)
  • Self-directed learning: 120 hours including weekly reading, in-class activities, discussion forums, quizzes and interactive activities.

Accelerate your qualification (Microcredentials only)

This program has been formally accredited by the Faculty of Education as equivalent to six (6) credit points at the postgraduate level (i.e. equivalent to one x 6 credit point unit/subject).  In order for this to occur a formal assessment component has been included in the program (two assessment tasks).

Participants successfully completing the assessment who apply for a master's degree at Monash, and who are eligible for admission (i.e.  meet the Monash academic and English Language admission requirements) would then be granted advanced standing for one 6 credit point unit/subject at the postgraduate level.

These credit points will be awarded as specified credit towards D6005 Master of TESOL, D6002 Master of Education, including its associated specialisations, and D6013 Master of Educational Leadership, subject to available space within the student's course map.

Associate Professor Marianne Turner

Associate Professor, School of Education and Culture

Dr Kylie Bradfield

Lecturer, School of Curriculum and Teaching

Associate Professor Katrina Tour

Associate Professor, School of Education and Culture

Associate Professor Anne Keary

Associate Professor, School of Education and Culture

Frequently Asked Questions

What payment options are available?

Credit card: Click the "Register and pay online" button, complete the form, and pay by card.

Purchase Order: If your organisation is paying via purchase order, please email edu.pdp@monash.edu for assistance.

Are there any concession discounts available, or can I pay via a payment plan?

Payment plans and concession discounts are not available. Full payment is required at the time of registration.

I want to enrol multiple staff members. How do I do this?

Please email edu.pdp@monash.edu and we’ll assist with your group booking.

What certification will I receive?

Upon successful completion of a program, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Faculty of Education, Monash University.

How can I contact you if I have a question?

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