Please note: This subject had been discontinued and is no longer on offer.

This elective focuses on teaching English in international contexts. Due to the development of English as a global language and the expansion of TESOL teaching off-shore, many students in education undertake practicum placements overseas and many also travel overseas to teach English after graduating. Therefore, this subject aims to orientate students to the diversity of contexts in which English is taught as an additional language overseas. The subject will address issues related to English as a global language and managing cultural differences as a language teacher in off-shore language training institutions, such as public and private schools, colleges and universities. Emphasis will be given to appropriate methodologies for diverse educational systems, cross-cultural communication skills and reflective teaching practice. The challenge of this subject is to develop professional empathy while maintaining educational standards, The value of this subject is the opportunity to conduct research of specific countries and issues pertaining to teaching English in international contexts.