UniSA's approach towards enhancing student experience through the implementation of a learning, language and literacies (L3) model
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2012
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Nallaya, S.S.
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Richardson, K.
Chang, S.
McGrath, T.
Chang, S.
McGrath, T.
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23rd ISANA International Education Association Conference Proceedings, 2012 / Richardson, K., Chang, S., McGrath, T. (ed./s)
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23rd ISANA International Education Conference 2012 (4 Dec 2012 - 7 Dec 2012 : Auckland, New Zealand)
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The increasing prevalence of English language in work and professional fields internationally is motivating universities to seek better ways for students to develop their disciplinary English language proficiency through academic studies. Competence in disciplinary English language would enhance student retention, positive academic outcomes and employment opportunities. In response to this, an Australian Government funded initiative produced the Good Practice Principles. The University of South Australia (UniSA) employed the Good Practice Principles to review and improve its teaching and learning activities to enhance student experience in the university. A new language and learning model called the L3 (Learning, language and literacies) was implemented university-wide to promote the teaching and learning of disciplinary English language proficiency, academic literacies, and professional communication skills. Language and learning support was tailored to address division specific learning needs. Students self-identified their language and learning needs by completing an online exercise called the English Language Self-Assessment Tool (ELSAT). Provision of support was based on students' ELSAT outcomes. All of these activities were designed and implemented on the basis of enhancing student experience and better learning outcomes.
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