English Language
 
Year
Module Code
Title
Module Category
No. of AUs
Pre-requisites
1
 ETE101 Introduction to Language
Core
2
For trainee teachers not offering AS: English Language
ETE102 Language Development
Core
2
For trainee teachers offering AS: English Language
2
 ETE201 Introduction to Text and Context
Core
2
For trainee teachers not offering AS: English Language
ETE202 Literary Genres
Core
2
For trainee teachers offering AS: English Language

ETE101 Introduction to Language

The basic sounds of English and their use in transcribing English words. Morphology and word classes. The structure of sentences, and the form and function of phrases and clauses.
 
ETE102 Language Development
 
Introduction to the development of language in early childhood. Readings from key researchers who have shaped our understanding of language development and communication. Links between theory and the classroom.
 
ETE201 Introduction to Text and Context
 
Theoretical basis for genre or 'text-types' featured in the 2001 Singapore English Syllabus. Introduction to a (Hallidayan) view of oracy and literacy where meaning-making activity is shaped by the social, functional context and determined by user choice. Examination of literary texts (e.g. ballads, fables) and how social purpose determines mode, register , lexical choice, organisational and grammatical structures. Genre knowledge related to content learning and reading/writing development.
 
ETE202 Literary Genres
 
Approach to critical understanding of literature with specific reference to poetry and narrative. Focus on aspects like form, imagery, tone, diction, rhythm and other major concepts needed for reading and responding to poems. Focus on elements of fiction like plot, point of view, characterization, symbolism, setting and theme in relation to long and short narratives as well as children’s fiction.