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Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003

Title: Re-thinking a basis for language teaching : opening up the wardrobe

Author: Burnett, Greg
Subject:  Language and languages|Study and teaching
 Language and education
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 1-5;

Abstract: Theory is a key element in developing teacher professionalism. With regard to language theory, the article suggests a focus on the social and cultural purposes of language, its multiple nature and the way language can open up or limit life chances for students.

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Title: Assessing assessment : reflections after attending a conference on teaching and assessing language proficiency

Author: Benson, Cliff J.
Subject:  English language|Study and teaching as a second language|Evaluation
 Language teachers|Training of
 Teachers|Language|Fiji
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 18-20;

Abstract: Among the many issues and concerns highlighted during the 38th RELC Seminar and which are very relevant to Pacific language teacher education were: the extent of negative backwash of examinations on English as a second language (ESL) classrooms; the ongoing difficulty of setting and marking valid and reliable language tests and examinations; and the swings in fashion in language teaching and testing.

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Title: Playing games in the classroom

Author: Farran, Sue
Subject:  Teaching|Methods
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 21-24;

Abstract: The author of this article believes that study need not always be serious and that the ocassional game can introduce an element of fun as well be useful learning experiences. Students and teachers can make up their own games or adapt the ones that Sue Farren describes here.

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Title: Planning a new diploma in TESOL for the South Pacific region : addressing questions of relevance

Author: Tuinamuana, Katarina
Subject:  Language teachers|Training of
 English teachers
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 25-28;

Abstract: The University of the South Pacific has recently completed a proposal for the introduction of an undergraduate Diploma in TESOL to be offered by Distance and Flexible mode. This paper looks at the backgraound to the proposal, and its new emphasis away from a primary focus on methods per se to the primacy of context in language learning and teaching.

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Title: The status of primary physical education in Solomon Islands

Author: Dorovolomo, Jeremy
Subject:  Education, Primary|Solomon Islands
 School sports|Pacific Area
 Physical education and training|Study and teaching (Primary)
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 29-35;

Abstract: This paper attempts to depict the status of primary physical education in the Solomon Islands. Related issues of teacher training, curriculum development, in-service training, resourcing, cultural inputs, teacher attitude and stakeholder connectivity are discussesd.

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Title: Pre-service programme upgrading : a milestone achievement in primary teacher education for Fiji

Author: Lingam, Govinda Ishwar
Subject:  Lautoka Teachers' College
 Student teachers|Fiji
 Primary school teachers|Training of|Oceania
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 36-38;

Abstract: With funding from AusAID, the Lautoka Teachers' College upgrade project began in 2002. The project is wide-ranging and includes reviewing and strengthening the programs for Special Education and Early Childhood Education. Another objecticve is a focus on multi-level classes and teaching in the rural areas, but the milestone achievement is the upgrading of the current Certiificate in Primary Teaching to a Diploma.

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Title: Report of the workshop for national coordinators of science education in pacific schools 8-11 September 2003 : convened by the Institute of Education at the University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji

Author: Tagivakatini, Sereana
Subject:  Curriculum planning|Oceania
 Science|Study and teaching (Primary)|Oceania
 Curriculum change|Oceania
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 39-43;

Abstract: The workshop was convened to bring together national SEPS coordinators from the 12 USP countries to discuss many issues: curriculum, resources, innovations, common topics taught across the region, activities to address identified needs etc. The workshop formulated a number of conclusions and recommendations.

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Title: The question of leadership in schools today

Author: Lal, Pradeep C.
Subject:  School principals|Leadership|Fiji
 Educational leadership
Volume: Pacific Curriculum Network vol.12, no.1-2, 2003
Collation: 44-46;

Abstract: [ Abstract not available ]

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