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Micro-credential certification in Methods of Teaching Writing (BEd)

Overview: 

The course covers the nature of the writing process and the theories of writing. Students will be exposed to the various forms of writing and the principles of good writing. The course covers the writing process, literacy and practice. In particular, it focuses on the approaches and techniques of teaching writing in the ESL classroom. Students are expected to be able to incorporate knowledge gained into the teaching of writing in the ESL classroom through macro and micro teaching practice.

Programme Fee

Awarding Body: 

This programme is designed, delivered, assessed and awarded by SEGi University through the Africa Open Learning Platform. 

Endorsement & Recognition: 


This programme is recognized and endorsed by the Seychelles Qualifications Authority (SQA), established under the Seychelles Qualifications Authority Act of 2005. 

Discipline: 
Education
Entry Requirements: 
Entry Requirements - No 
Age Experience - 19 Years Above 
Language Proficiency - Yes 
Numeracy Proficiency - No 
Pre-requisites - No
Contents: 
  1. Introduction
  2. Key Issues in the Teaching of Writing 
  3. Approaches, Strategies and Methods for Teaching Writing
  4. Selecting, Adapting and Designing Materials for Teaching Writing
  5. Writing Assessment
  6. Lesson Planning
Assessments: 

Project and Presentation - 30%
Assignment and Micro-Teaching - 30%
Report - 40%

Credit Transfer: 
Upon successful completion of this Micro-credential certification in Teaching Writing (BEd), students will be able to transfer grades and credits into the following programme(s):
  1. Bachelor of Education (Honours)
Continuing Education: 
Upon successful completion of this Bachelor of Education (Honours) programme and meeting the necessary entry requirements, students will be able to progress into the following programme(s):
  1. Master of Education by Research
  2. Master of Education by Coursework
Career Opportunities: 

School leavers who want to get a head start before joining an academic programme or a working adults who want to upskill or learn a specific skill; work with rapidly changing technology; and/or acquire specialised skills sought after by employers.