NTU Reg No: 200604393R. Copyright National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE/NTU), Singapore

COURSES

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Course synopsis

The course aims to provide a comprehensive coverage to develop various theories and theoretical approaches through the study of Tamil literature. Introduction and history and components of new poems and drama in Tamil Language. An in-depth study of selected topics on Tamil history and culture in Sangam poems, medieval and modern literature will be taught. By studying Singapore Tamil literature, teachers would be able to comprehend the educational, historical and social changes in Tamil culture and it’s relevance in today’s society. For example, teachers would be able to perform a critical analysis on the readings of curriculum literary texts.

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Objective
The course aims to provide a comprehensive coverage to develop various theories and theoretical approaches through the study of Tamil literature. An in-depth study of selected topics on Tamil history and culture in Sangam poems, medieval and modern literature will be taught. By studying Singapore Tamil literature, teachers would be able to comprehend the educational, historical and social changes in Tamil culture. For example, teachers would be able to perform a critical analysis on the readings of curriculum literary texts.

Outline
• Understand the history and culture of Tamil literary theories and its components
• Understand the influence of historical and social changes on Tamil culture in the various periods
• Understand the history of Tamil language in Singapore through Singapore Tamil Literature
• Understand the components of short stories, novels, drama and modern poems in Tamil Language
• Recognize the correlation between the Tamil literature and its relevance to today’s society

Class Schedule: Mondays, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

Course fee
MOE Educators*Public
Full course feeS$520.00S$4,120.00
Nett course feeS$520.00S$4,120.00
9% GST on nett course feeS$46.80S$370.80
Copyright feeS$1.09S$1.09
Total nett course fee payable, including GST and copyright feeS$567.89S$4,491.89

*MOE Educators include MOE & Direct Hire Staff from Independent, Specialised Independent and Specialised Schools.

Pre-requisite

  1. A teaching qualification such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education, Singapore or

  2. At least ONE year of relevant working experience in education.

Who should attend
All educators

Overview

Duration:

52 hours

Course date(s):

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Subject:
Asian Languages

Who should attend:

All educators

Instructor(s):

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Enquiries:

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Programmes accredited to:
  • Master of Education (Tamil Language)