The Teaching of English Literature
 
Module Code
Title
Module Category
No. of AUs
Pre-requisites

QCR520

 Aims and Approaches to Teaching Literature
Core
6
-

QCR523

 Literature Assessment, Writing and Teacher Reflection
Core
3
-
     
     
QCR520   Aims and Approaches to Teaching Literature
   
   

This module deals with the aims and objectives of teaching Literature in the local context. The main focus will be practical competence in teaching the major literary forms—poetry, prose fiction, and drama, and practice in lesson planning and literature teaching skills.
     
     
QCR523   Literature Assessment, Writing and Teacher Reflection
     
   

This module examines the principles and practice of Literature assessment with a view towards setting appropriate Literature tests and exams. Opportunities for marking essay scripts according to the syllabus band descriptors will be provided.  Of the range of assessment items considered, strategies and tasks for the development of writing skills in relation to Literature will be a primary focus. This module will conclude with a component on helping student teachers develop self-reflexive habits through reflection and evaluation after their practicum experience. Problems, teaching strengths, and weaknesses arising from Practicum will be addressed.