EDU10002 Understanding Language and Literacy
The purpose of this essay is to describe the development of language acquisition according to two different theoretical perspectives (covered in Module B), and then compare and contrast these two theories of language development.
Assessment details
In this essay you will be comparing and contrasting two theorists in relation to their perspectives on language development. You can choose any two from the following:
o Chomsky
o Skinner
o Piaget
o Vygotsky
Ensure your essay contains the following components and structure:
1. Introduction (100-150 words)
2. Body (1500-1600 words)
Summarise the main points of both theories, describing key features of language acquisition and development according to the selected theories (approx.500 words).
Compare and contrast the two theories (approx. 600 words).
Discuss the implications of the selected theoretical perspective for teachers’ language and literacy engagement with children in early childhood settings (approx. 500 words).
3. Conclusion (100-150 words).
Assessment criteria
1. Provides a description and explanation of language acquisition.
2. Compares and contrasts the relevant theories.
3. Discusses the implications of the chosen perspective.
4. Demonstrates an ability to present the essay with correct format, structure, language and referencing.
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EDU10002 Understanding Language and Literacy
Your work will be assessed using the following marking guide:
Criteria No pass
0-50%
Pass
50-59%
Credit
60-69%
Distinction
70-79%
High Distinction
80-100%
Provides a
description
and
explanation
of language
acquisition
30%
Did not
meet
criterion.
A basic
description of
language
acquisition and
development
that is generally
consistent with
the selected
theoretical
perspectives.
A clear description of
language acquisition
and development
that is congruent with
the selected
theoretical
perspectives.
A clear and concise
description of
language
acquisition and
development that is
clearly congruent
with the selected
theoretical
perspectives. Main
key features of
language
acquisition and
development are
covered.
An insightful description of
language acquisition and
development that is clearly
congruent with the selected
theoretical perspectives.
Main key features of
language acquisition and
development are covered
and explained.
Compares
and
contrasts
the relevant
theories
30%
Did not
meet
criterion.
The selected
theories have
been referred to.
Little evidence
of further
research to
explain these
similarities and
differences
between the
theories.
Theories have been
thoroughly compared
and contrasted, with
some evidence of
further research.
Theories have been
thoroughly
compared and
contrasted in a
logical and
systematic manner
that demonstrates a
coherent and
logical
understanding of
the selected
theories, through
evidence of further
research.
Theories have been
thoroughly compared and
contrasted in a logical and
systematic manner that
leads to a critical evaluation
of the theories.
Demonstrates a
sophisticated
understanding of the
selected theories, through
evidence of wider research.
Discusses
the
implications
of the
chosen
perspective
30%
Did not
meet
criterion.
Basic discussion
of implications
has been
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