MEL918 - Reading in a Multimodal Age
About This Course
This course aims to introduce participants to various theories in the teaching of reading from early to adult literacy. Participants will explore skills-based instruction and constructivist approaches, cognitive and sociocultural theories of reading, and discuss the implications of these ways of thinking and doing for their classroom teaching as well as students’ learning. Participants will examine the differences between print and digital reading, and be exposed to new methods and technologies for the teaching of reading. Discussions about the design of physical and virtual learning environments and assessment will be a core component of the course. In line with the objectives of authentic learning, participants will be tasked to evaluate their current teaching and learning and design appropriate strategies to prepare their students to be motivated, proficient and independent readers. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in different modes of learning, including interactive lectures, group work and use of podcasts.
What You'll Learn
1. have a nuanced understanding of what it means to teach reading in a multimodal age;
2. have an overview of various theories and approaches in the teaching of reading from early to adolescent literacy across first and second language contexts; and
3. Be able to apply the theoretical and practical insights to your own teaching contexts.
Entry Requirements
- A good Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
- A teaching qualification such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education, Singapore or
- at least ONE year of relevant working experience in education.