Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Linguistically Diverse Learners (PGDipTLDL)
Teaching
A course by
University of Auckland
Advance your expertise in supporting linguistically diverse learners as a teacher. Develop specialist knowledge and research skills to enhance English language education in multicultural settings.
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Core skills this course teaches
Respond to language learning needs
Develop advanced strategies to effectively address the language learning needs of English language learners in varied educational settings.
Curriculum and assessment design
Design, implement and evaluate curriculum and assessment materials tailored for bilingual and multilingual learners.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Linguistically Diverse Learners develops advanced teaching strategies and research capabilities for working with English language learners from diverse backgrounds. Students explore bilingual/multilingual education, design effective curricula, and examine theories and research in language acquisition and critical literacy. The programme is designed for current educators and is delivered part-time, with core and elective courses scheduled outside regular school hours. Graduates will be well-equipped to lead, innovate, and progress within the education sector, particularly in roles supporting bilingual and multilingual learners.
Course Content
- Language learning needs analysis
- Developing language-focused curricula
- Theories of bilingual and multilingual education
- Policy and curriculum development for multilingual learners
- Critical literacy pedagogy in multicultural settings
- Language analysis for teachers
- Bilingual education practices
- Critical literacy and assessment methods
- Research practice in second language classrooms
- Te Reo in English medium settings
- Task-based language teaching
- Sociolinguistics
- Creativity research and practice
Entry Requirements
Relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification
Build towards these roles
Advanced classroom teaching rolesSpecialist teacher for linguistically diverse learnersCurriculum leader for ESOL/Bilingual educationPotential salary progression within New Zealand schools
Build skills in these industries
EducationTESOLMultilingual Education
