ENGL 2209 - Teaching projects

Guidelines

Introduction:
This module will enable students to develop their knowledge and skills related to education and
teaching and learn how to work independently on a substantial teaching project of their choice.

1. Area/scope of the article:

a. Students have to select a topic related to the modules of their field of
specialization.
i. ENGL 2205 - Key Concepts in Educational Philosophy
ii. ENGL 2206 - Key Concepts in Educational Psychology
iii. ENGL 2207 - Trends and Practices in Teaching English
iv. ENGL 2208 - Testing and Assessment in Language Classroom

Eg: Interviewing learners pre-and/or post-lesson and eliciting their preconception

of a lesson, how they expect it to unfold, what activities they anticipate, what they
expect to be useful, and so on; and what was useful; and seeking their
explanations for why a teacher does things in a particular way etc.

2. Article format
a. Title
● Select a title that immediately captures the interest of the reader and gives an idea
of what the article is about.
Eg: - A case study of a particular learner (his/her classroom behaviour/ language
learning strategies, etc…)
- Traditional classroom vs Modern classroom
- Active listening techniques
b. Introduction
● A good introduction paragraph is an essential part of any academic essay. It sets

up the argument and tells the reader what to expect. The main goals of an

introduction are to:

​ - Catch the reader’s attention.

​ - Give background on the topic.

​ - Present the thesis statement

● The introduction paragraph should include the following:

i. Background information
- Provide a brief overview of your topic or issue being discussed.
ii. Thesis statement
- Present the main idea or argument of your article, setting the tone
for the discussion that follows.

c. Analysis and discussion

● In this section, the author describes, analyzes, and interprets the findings. Also,
the significance of those results is explained.
● This section delves into the details of the topic. So it can be structured into several
paragraphs, each with a specific focus.
● To organize details use subheadings to break down the article into manageable
sections, each addressing a specific aspect of the topic.
● Present facts, statistics, examples, or quotes to support the main idea. Ensure the
supporting information is accurate and relevant.
● Where appropriate, include charts or graphs to complement the text and enhance
understanding
● The analysis and discussion section should include the following:
i. Personal insights
- Share your analysis or interpretation of the information. This is
where you can express opinions or offer a new perspective.
 ii. Counterarguments
- If presenting an argument, acknowledge opposing viewpoints and
offer counterarguments to show a balanced understanding of the
topic.
- References can be made to other research studies.

d. Conclusion
● This section wraps up the ideas and leaves the reader with a strong final
impression.
● It has several key goals:
- Restate the thesis statement mentioned in the article.
- Summarize the main arguments or findings.
- Suggest the key takeaways from the article.
● The analysis and discussion section should include the following:
i. Summary
- Briefly recap the main points discussed in the article, reinforcing
the thesis statement.
ii. Suggestions
- Make a brief statement/s that encourages the reader to think, act, or
further explore the topic.
iii. Final thoughts
- Leave the reader with something to ponder, which could be a
thought-provoking statement or a rhetorical question.

e. References
● This includes the list of books, articles, and online resources referred to in
writing the article.
● Prepare the list of references according to the APA referencing style
3. Word limit
a. 3000 words
4. Citation method
a. APA
5. Grouping method
a. Small groups of 3-4 students
b. Large groups are not allowed.
6. Evaluation
a. Continuous assessment
- Students have to do a progress presentation on their project
- This will be held on the 6th or 7th week of the semester
- Marks allocation (40 marks - 20/40 marks for the individual and 20/40
marks for the group)
b. Semester-end evaluation
- The final article has to be submitted on the 12th week of the semester
- Marks allocation (60 marks for the group)