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JAPANESE 706
: Advanced Japanese Language Acquisition 12022 Semester One (1223)
Uses authentic materials on a variety of topics to enhance language skills in support of postgraduate studies.
Restriction: JAPANESE 707
652
JAPANESE 707
: Advanced Japanese Language Acquisition 22022 Semester One (1223)
Use materials on a variety of topics to enhance language skills in support of postgraduate studies. Readings relevant to the individual student’s research field will be assigned for critical analysis in Japanese.
Restriction: JAPANESE 706
653
LANGTCHG 708
: Special Topic: Experimental Approaches to SLA2022 Semester One (1223)
Familiarises students with experiments that investigate second language acquisition. There are two goals. First, to develop an understanding of a range of methods in the field, which include categorisation and memory tests, eye-tracking, measuring skin conductance responses and brain signals. Second, to train students to critically read reports from experiments and to evaluate their relevance for SLA research.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
654
LANGTCHG 715
: Developing Academic Literacy2022 Semester One (1223)
Aims to help participants understand and develop their academic literacies. Focuses on texts involved in the research process, such as review articles, research paper proposals, dissertations and conference abstracts; makes extensive reference to findings from genre and corpus-based analyses; and includes conducting mini-analyses on the discourse in participants' own disciplines.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
655
LANGTCHG 734
: Special Topic: Identity in Language Teaching and Learning2022 Semester Two (1225)
Explores the concepts of language learner identity and language teacher identity. The course reviews theory and research on identity and considers the practical applications of identity research and debates in classroom practice. Students conduct an independent self-reflective project.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
656
LANGTCHG 746
: Materials Development and Evaluation2022 Semester Two (1225)
The principles and processes of designing and evaluating language teaching materials.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 726
657
LANGTCHG 751
: Corpus Studies in Applied Linguistics2022 Semester One (1223)
Covers the theoretical and practical aspects of using corpora to promote language learning. A major part of the course will focus on using corpora and text analysis tools to provide a description of language as it is used by different people for different purposes. Once we have a good description of language usage, we can move on to consider the role of corpus studies in language teaching.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 713
658
LANGTCHG 752
: Computer Assisted Language Learning2022 Semester One (1223)
Covers the theoretical and practical aspects of using technology to promote language learning. Includes culture and CALL, exercise authoring, CALL research, technology and the four skills, web-based language learning, computer-mediated communication, and CALL evaluation.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 719
659
LANGTCHG 754
: English for Specific Purposes2022 Semester One (1223)
Considers theory and practice in developing language courses to meet the specific academic or work-related needs of adult learners. In particular, it focuses on analysis of target communication, needs analysis, issues and methodologies in ESP and ESP research. Uses the example of English for Specific Purposes but is relevant to the teaching of other languages for specific purposes as well.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
660
LANGTCHG 757
: Conducting Research in Applied Language Studies2022 Semester One (1223)
Explores advanced theoretical perspectives for research into second/foreign language learning, teaching, and use. Enables students to acquire an advanced understanding of selected research methods. Students work independently on a small-scale project, which involves the collection and analysis of data on second or foreign language learning, teaching or use.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 732, 745
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LANGTCHG 761
: Sociolinguistics2022 Semester Two (1225)
Examines sociolinguistic concepts relevant to understanding influences on language use at the level of individuals, social groups and institutions. Enables students to acquire an advanced understanding of social and regional dialects, perceived differences in the market status of particular languages, the use of sociolects and ethnolects in the media and other public domains, and policies and practices concerning migrant and heritage language maintenance.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 749
662
LANGTCHG 762
: Second Language Acquisition2022 Semester Two (1225)
Advanced study of current theories of second language acquisition and research that have examined both instructed and naturalistic acquisition. Includes an independent study involving analysis of learner language and writing a standard research report and a critique of a pedagogical approach, drawing on contemporary research on how languages are learned.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 722, 723, 743
663
LANGTCHG 763
: Discourse Analysis2022 Semester Two (1225)
Examines major theoretical approaches to the analysis of discourse and implications for pedagogy. Students acquire specialised knowledge of approaches to analysis and frameworks that underpin research, and develop advanced skills in written and spoken text analysis and critical awareness of issues and debates in the field. Assignments involve substantial independent research that includes analysis and interpretation of data.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 744
664
LANGTCHG 764
: Creativity: Research and Practice2022 Semester One (1223)
Theoretical perspectives, pedagogical practices and research projects related to the topic of creativity in language learning and teaching. Enables students to acquire an advanced understanding of the concept of ‘creativity’ with reference to language teaching and learning through exploratory research, practice and reflection.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 755
665
LANGTCHG 765
: Language Testing and Assessment2022 Semester Two (1225)
Advanced study of theoretical principles and current issues in language testing, assessment and evaluation, and their application to teaching practice and research. Examines issues associated with the creation of valid and reliable assessments, and the implications for course design processes, with particular attention to the testing, assessment and evaluation of communicative language proficiency.
Restriction: LANGTCHG 742
666
LAW 700
: Legal Research Methodology and Advanced Writing2022 Semester Two (1225)
Multi-jurisdictional legal information sources and advanced legal research, research problem formulation and refinement, legal and social science research methodologies, research ethics and evaluative research trail. Legal writing for different purposes and different audiences.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
667
LAW 700
: Legal Research Methodology and Advanced Writing2022 Semester One (1223)
Multi-jurisdictional legal information sources and advanced legal research, research problem formulation and refinement, legal and social science research methodologies, research ethics and evaluative research trail. Legal writing for different purposes and different audiences.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
668
LAW 701
: The Legal System: Sources, Structure and Method2022 Semester Two (1225)
Examination of the core substantive components of the New Zealand legal system, in comparison with other municipal legal systems and international law. Analysis of the sources of New Zealand law, including statute, case law and custom, and the influence of international law. Legal methodology in theory and practice, including: judicial reasoning and the doctrine of precedent, techniques of statutory interpretation, and the resolution of disputes. Different modes of legal analysis and approaches to legal theory.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
669
LAW 701
: The Legal System: Sources, Structure and Method2022 Semester One (1223)
Examination of the core substantive components of the New Zealand legal system, in comparison with other municipal legal systems and international law. Analysis of the sources of New Zealand law, including statute, case law and custom, and the influence of international law. Legal methodology in theory and practice, including: judicial reasoning and the doctrine of precedent, techniques of statutory interpretation, and the resolution of disputes. Different modes of legal analysis and approaches to legal theory.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
670
LAW 760
: Directed Study2022 Semester Two (1225)
Supervised research paper on an advanced legal topic, approved by the Dean of Faculty of Law.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
671
LAW 760
: Directed Study2022 Semester One (1223)
Supervised research paper on an advanced legal topic, approved by the Dean of Faculty of Law.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
672
LAW 790
: Dissertation2022 Semester Two (1225)
A dissertation of approximately 15,000 words resulting from original research of the student, having the scope, and depth of research, of a competent law review article.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
673
LAW 790
: Dissertation2022 Semester One (1223)
A dissertation of approximately 15,000 words resulting from original research of the student, having the scope, and depth of research, of a competent law review article.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
674
LAW 795A
: Thesis 1 part-time2022 Semester One (1223)
A thesis of approximately 30,000 words resulting from original research of the student, displaying at a minimum: thorough research, a competent advanced understanding of the topic studied, and an ability to present the student's understanding of that topic in an orderly way.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
675
LAW 796A
: Thesis 12022 Semester One (1223)
A thesis of approximately 30,000 words resulting from original research of the student, displaying at a minimum: thorough research, a competent advanced understanding of the topic studied, and an ability to present the student's understanding of that topic in an orderly way.
To complete this course students must enrol in LAW 796 A and B