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COURSES

These descriptions are current but are subject to change. Below is a list of the schools and programs that offer subjects at AUS.

ENGL 10001

Academic and Professional English I

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course offers students a comprehensive opportunity to improve their English reading, writing, and speaking abilities through an immersive curriculum. Throughout the program, participants will have the chance to engage with carefully selected academic texts in English, honing their comprehension skills and crafting articulate written and oral responses. The course benefits native and non-native English speakers, offering valuable instruction in critical thinking, research, evaluation of secondary sources, and academic assignment planning and drafting.

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ENGL 10002

Academic and Professional English II

English

Prereq

ENGL 10001

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course offers an immersive learning environment to enhance students' English language skills. Through engaging with diverse academic texts, students will acquire strategies to comprehend and respond to them effectively in both writing and speaking. The course is open to both non-native English speakers and native speakers looking to refine their skills. Students can anticipate developing transferable abilities in critical thinking, research, analyzing secondary sources, and proficiently planning and drafting academic assignments.

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ENGL 10003

Academic and Professional English III

English

Prereq

ENGL 10002

Subject Area

4

Credits

Students will have the opportunity to develop their reading, discussion, and writing skills through an exploration of various literary works, including novels and complex textures of contemporary writings. Emphasis will be placed on the critical analysis of these texts, with particular attention given to literary devices and themes. Additionally, students will be required to complete a research paper as part of the course requirements. Through this rigorous curriculum, participants will gain an enhanced understanding of the complexities of literature and the skills necessary for success in higher education.

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ACCT 51011

Advanced Accounting

Accounting

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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BUAN 51013

Advanced Corporate Data Analytics

Business Analytics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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FINC 51021

Advanced Corporate Finance and Investment

Finance

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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EDUC 71022

Advanced Curriculum Design and Assessment

Education

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

The course aims to equip individuals with the specialist knowledge and skills to engage effectively with all stakeholders who are interested in and affected by the design of a language learning syllabus. The connections between current curriculum design issues and academic leadership are also brought into focus. Furthermore, the interrelated and multifarious dimensions of assessment and its uses in education and instructional decision-making are explored. Additionally, students learn to apply knowledge acquired from available data sources to real-world curriculum design problems.

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R/615/0157

Advanced English Language Skills

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

20

Credits

This module enables a student to put into practice the language acquired and develop this into an advanced user of English. Students will make extensive use of the four skills of speaking, reading, listening and writing, as well as extending the knowledge of complex grammar and advanced vocabulary.

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MGMT 51052

Advanced Entrepreneurship

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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ECON 61031

Advanced Macroeconomics

Economics

Prereq

Competency in College Algebra and Advanced Calculus

ECON 51011 or equivalent

MGMT 51051 or equivalent

ECON 61041 or equivalent

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course aims to provide an introduction to the frontier tools used to understand the dynamics of economic aggregates. We will study the determinants of consumption, the real business cycle model, and the search and matching theory of unemployment. Next, we will discuss the issue of nominal rigidities to understand the real effects of monetary policy and how it should be implemented optimally. We will also study topics that have received particular interest recently, such as the problem of the zero lower bound and unconventional monetary policy. The course will conclude with an analysis of fiscal policy conduct and the economic aggregates' implications. Methodologically, the course will focus on the models required to discuss these issues. However, it will also present empirical evidence about these models' predictions.

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RESM 61021

Advanced Research Methodology in Management

Research Methodology

Prereq

RESM 50011

Subject Area

4

Credits

This comprehensive course is the perfect resource for new researchers seeking guidance at every stage of their research journey. From project definition to dissemination of findings, it provides practical advice on managing the technical aspects of research. This is essential reading for postgraduate students working on dissertations, theses, research projects, and professionals in the field. The course is organized according to the key stages of a research project and showcases examples from various industries and organizations. It presents methods that reflect the richness and diversity of current business and management research. Students will learn to design, select, develop, and implement appropriate research strategies for management contexts and disciplines. The course also offers practical guidance on conducting ethical and inclusive research in today's organizational and business environments, as well as an introduction to a range of research methods and techniques. Each module features real-life research examples to illustrate concepts, encourage discussion, and "next steps" activities to help readers apply the content to their research projects. Emphasis is placed on important topics such as diversity and inclusion throughout the research process, data collection and privacy, digitalization, and writing up research.

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EDUC 71021

Advanced Study of Education Practice

Education

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

Students study some important aspects of the U.S. education system, among which are governance, finance, ethics, curriculum, and instruction. In addition, it also aims to expose students to new and innovative approaches to teaching, to become more aware of the challenges faced by teachers in today's educational institutions, and to develop a more concrete personal philosophy of education. Furthermore, this course explores a number of models of instruction, encouraging student educators to integrate these into practice.

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Y/616/8689

Biology

Biological Science

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module introduces the fundamental ideas of how the human body works. Starting with the cell as the building blocks of life and the looking at each of the major body systems. The purpose of this to give the underpinning knowledge which will prepare students to study health related subjects at higher levels.

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LING 09091

Capstone Project 1

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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LING 09092

Capstone Project 2

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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R/616/8688

Chemistry

Chemical Science

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module enables you to gain an understanding of the three main branches of chemistry: inorganic, physical and organic. Theoretical concepts will be illustrated using several practical laboratory sessions.

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EXAM 90001

Comprehensive Examination

Examination

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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MGKT 51032

Consumer Neuroscience and Neuromarketing

Marketing

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGMT 51031

Corporate Accountability

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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J/615/0155

Culture Studies

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module will enable students to gain awareness and increased understanding of other cultures and their own alongside the impact of a more digitised world on those cultures. The content aims to help students to define and describe the concept of culture and use this as a framework to critically analyse their own and other cultures. Students will be able to apply their understanding of culture to other aspects of their course and to their plans for further study and work.

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BUAN 52011

Current Topics in Data Analytics

Business Analytics

Prereq

Subject Area

4

Credits

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L/615/0156

Developing English Language Skills

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

30

Credits

This module helps students to develop English language skills to be able to communicate effectively beyond simple everyday contexts. It aims to improve one’s reading, writing, listening and speaking and enables student to acquire a broad range of knowledge which can be used to confidently and effectively communicate in English. It guides students through Intermediate and Upper Intermediate levels of English language study.

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ENGL 50051

Discourse Analysis

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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DSRT 99091

Dissertation I

Dissertation

Prereq

EXAM 90001

Subject Area

12

Credits

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DSRT 99092

Dissertation II

Dissertation

Prereq

DSRT 99091

Subject Area

12

Credits

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DSRT 99093

Dissertation III

Dissertation

Prereq

DSRT 99092

Subject Area

12

Credits

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ECON 61041

Economics of Strategy

Economics

Prereq

ECON 51011 or equivalent

MGMT 51051 or equivalent

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course explores and evaluates competitive growth strategies in emerging markets. The course includes strategic management, the economics of technological progress and investments in research and development, and dynamic game theory to address business challenges. The course will delve into numerous topics, such as the importance of economies of scale and scope, network externalities driven by demand, the intricacies of pricing competition, the evolution of industries and approaches to research and development, entry and exit strategies, market shakeouts, and the maintenance of competitive superiority.

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Y/615/0158

English for Academic Purposes

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module helps students to develop the understanding and use of key linguistic skills where necessary to engage effectively in an academic environment.

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FINC 51091

Executive Accounting and Finance

Finance

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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ECON 51011

Executive Economics and Global Strategy

Economic

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGMT 51041

Executive Leadership Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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F/615/0154

Foundation Mathematics

Mathematics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module builds upon student’s knowledge of mathematics whilst introducing new topics appropriate across a range of academic disciplines and for their future career.

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TELF 00011

Foundational Principles

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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H/615/2415

Further Mathematics

Mathematics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module provides students with an understanding of different mathematical concepts and ideas, building on the work covered in the Foundation Mathematics module. It will allow students to develop further algebraic techniques on a broad range of mathematical topics, building towards area often seen and used in university courses.

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MGMT 51062

Human Capital Analytics

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGMT 51051

Innovative Entrepreneurship and Strategization

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGKT 51021

International Marketing and Business Practices

Marketing

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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M/504/0965

Introduction to Accounting and Economics

Accounting

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module introduces the key principles of accounting and economics. Students become accustomed to concepts such as market structures and monetary policy and also learn how to produce simple financial statements.

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T/504/0966

Introduction to Business

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module provides an introduction to the purpose, types and organisation of businesses. Students become familiar with a range of business concepts such as basic marketing practices.

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F/504/0727

Introduction to Computer Science

Computer Science

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module provides a basic introduction to a range of IT topics including organisation of a computer system, the relationship between hardware and software, applications of computers, databases, networking (with a focus on the Internet), graphics and multimedia.

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A/504/0967

Introduction to Programming

Computer Science

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module exposes students to extensive practical use of the modern programming language Visual Basic, to illustrate the classic programming principles of sequencing, selection and iteration in the context of object-oriented computer programming.

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TELF 00022

Lesson Design and Assessment

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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LING 89091

Master's Dissertation in T.E.S.O.L. and Applied Linguistics

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

8

Credits

To earn a Master of Science in Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and Applied Linguistics (M.S.Ed. T.E.S.O.L. & Applied Linguistics) degree, students must complete this course and its prerequisite, RESM 50031. These courses are designed to guide students in conducting a research project in T.E.S.O.L. & Applied Linguistics, which will culminate their experiences in the M.S.Ed. T.E.S.O.L. & Applied Linguistics program and validate them as expert researchers and practitioners. Upon completing the thesis proposal and work in RESM 50031, students must receive approval from the Linguistics faculty and be ready to complete the thesis writing. The master's thesis, upon completion, should answer a fundamental research question in the subject matter of choice. It should be an academic paper based on data that can be acquired, cleaned, and analyzed within a semester, emphasizing clarity and policy relevance.

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MGMT 89091

Master's Research Project in Management

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGMT 61101

Organization Theory and Design

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

Throughout this course, students will explore the intricacies of designing management systems and practices that foster organizational excellence and facilitate change. By bringing together various general management disciplines, students will learn to apply them in practical frameworks. The curriculum will equip them with the knowledge to explore both theory and the application of organization design, ensuring that their organizations can efficiently implement their competitive strategy. Additionally, students will discover how to optimize organizational performance by aligning structure, rewards, staffing, processes, and culture with the chosen strategy.

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BUAN 51012

Organizational Analytics and Performance Management

Business Analytics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course aims to foster a deep understanding of the use of decision-making models for business analytics. The constrained optimization and decision-making under uncertainty will be discussed in detail, focusing on models widely employed in diverse industries and functional areas, including operations, finance, accounting, and marketing. In addition to introducing commonly‐used and advanced quantitative models, the course aims to develop an awareness of the kinds of problems that can be tackled using available methods and software and raise awareness of some of the issues in gathering relevant data. The course will impact how an executive thinks about available data and how it can be used to provide more effective short‐term, tactical, and long‐term strategic decision-making for real-world problems. This course also explores the role of performance measurement and management as part of overall management functions, particularly in addressing financial, non-financial, or operational aspects to support strategy implementation and management decisions.

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K/615/2416

Physics

Physical Science

Prereq

None

Subject Area

10

Credits

This module equips students with a fundamental background of the principles of physics. It focuses on Newton’s mechanics, electrostatics and electrodynamics. The principles of thermal physics and magnetism are also introduced.

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RESM 50011

Research Methodology in Social Sciences

Research Methodology

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course is designed as an advanced course in sociological research methodology to provide insight into the process, logic, and skills of social science research inquiry. The range of research designs, their strengths and weaknesses, the specific research tools needed for collecting sociological data, and various analytical techniques are examined with an emphasis on project-based learning.

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TELF 00024

Second Language Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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TELF 00023

Second Language Reading, Writing, and Grammar

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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RESM 68011

Seminar on Advanced Research Design

Research Methodology

Prereq

RESM 50011

RESM 610xx

Subject Area

4

Credits

This academic course is tailored to doctoral students who aim to craft meticulously designed research projects in the sciences. It delves into diverse methodologies and research design strategies, emphasizing their effectiveness and drawbacks when employed independently or in combination. This course also encourages systematic and reflective research practices while also affording students opportunities to apply diverse research techniques to their research interests.


Intended for doctoral students who have finished two years of coursework, this seminar commences with pivotal themes in research design, including concept formation, case selection, and comparison. Moreover, it explores data collection techniques, covering ethnography, archival research, interviews, focus groups, survey research, and experimental design. The course also addresses pragmatic considerations when composing a dissertation prospectus, culminating with students showcasing their research designs.


Ultimately, this academic sequence endeavors to guide students through the development of their dissertation prospectus. Prior to enrolling in the course, students should have a distinct research topic in mind and utilize the coursework to refine their ideas into a comprehensive dissertation prospectus.

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DSRT 98001

Seminar on Dissertation

Dissertation

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course offers comprehensive guidance on developing and composing a dissertation proposal prospectus centered on organizational-based research. Students will refine their writing, project planning, and research methodology expertise through various activities throughout the course.

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LING 50031

Sociolinguistics

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course is an introduction to studying human language as an ever-changing social practice. Students will acquire various linguistic analysis tools, which are then used to trace social differences in the use of language. The course focuses on linguistic variation and change in American English. Students will engage in field projects to search for the social correlates of linguistic behavior and use quantitative methods to analyze the results.

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MGMT 51061

Strategic Management of Human Assets

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGKT 51031

Strategic Sales, Pricing, and Brand Management

Marketing

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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MGMT 61111

Strategic Thinking and Decision Analysis

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of decision analysis methods, with a focus on the psychological problems related to managerial decision-making and the strategies needed to overcome them. The latest edition of the course has been updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, making it a valuable resource for those in today's business and economic climate.


In the aftermath of the global economic crisis, exploring new ways of thinking about strategy is important. This course provides the latest theoretical concepts in strategic management, allowing strategy practitioners to take a systematic approach to strategic thinking. By establishing the relevance of strategy theory to its application in the practice field, this course helps practitioners develop a deep understanding of the strategic landscape.


The strategic thinking process is complex, but this course guides students through it step-by-step. Starting with formulating compelling and clear strategic questions, students are then provided with strategic analysis tools and informed intuition to help them understand the strategic landscape like a pro. Overall, this course is invaluable for anyone looking to strengthen their strategic thinking skills.

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A/504/1424

Study and Communication Skills

English

Prereq

None

Subject Area

20

Credits

This module equips students with the essential study skills needed to succeed at university level. Students will learn the basic skills necessary to conduct independent research, write academic papers, give formal oral presentations and apply what has been taught during lectures to your studies.

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LING 50041

Syntax

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course aims at enabling students to apply modern syntax frameworks to the analysis of language data and discover and formulate hypotheses that are observationally, descriptively, and explanatorily adequate. Students can evaluate different analyses for particular facts by providing syntactic argumentation and verifying their empirical predictions.

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MGMT 51011

System Dynamics and Integrative Management

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

The management of enterprises creates many multi-faceted challenges for the general manager. A general manager needs to understand the internal workings of a firm, assess and develop strategies, and understand globalization. While these issues are distinct, they are also very much intertwined. This course will provide an integrated view of these challenges and show that successful management in the 21st century requires a combination of insights gained from state-of-the-art management theories and practices and the successful applications of systems thinking and business dynamics.


The first part of this course investigates the different perspectives a general manager must take, how to integrate those perspectives, and what the role of leadership is in setting and realizing goals to deal with the challenges faced by a major global firm operating in complex global markets. Next, this course introduces leading-edge systems thinking mapping and modeling tools to enhance students’ ability to diagnose and solve complex business and social problems. Students will learn a flexible and powerful approach to structuring managerial problems and visualizing the interconnectedness of business, social, and environmental systems. Students will develop skills to conceptualize and build simulation models of an enterprise, enabling them to explore the dynamic consequences of different strategy/policy decisions and identify key leverage points in the system.

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MGMT 51071

Systems Thinking and Business Dynamics

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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TEFL 70021

T.E.S.O.L. Methodology and Strategy

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

A good approach to teaching English in one situation may be disastrous in another. Effective language teaching depends on many variables, including but not limited to student interests, needs, and backgrounds; access to teaching materials; teacher experience and personality; and institutional requirements. Thus, teachers must be prepared to adjust and adapt their methods accordingly. This course studies the topics of T.E.S.O.L. methods and materials development from the perspective that there is no singular “best” method for teaching English. Although there is no perfect T.E.S.O.L. method, exploring the historical evolution of the T.E.S.O.L. methodology can provide insight into the various methods employed in T.E.S.O.L., aiding the practice of the metacognitive reflection essential for determining the methods to be used in the future classrooms. In this course, we will organize and participate in regular workshops and familiarize ourselves with diverse hands-on activities, pedagogical approaches, and teaching philosophies. We will develop flexible and broadly applicable macro strategies for language teaching that help us better select the appropriate micro strategies required for any specific teaching moment.

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TEFL 70011

T.E.S.O.L. Theory and Practice

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course is designed to familiarize students with key concepts and theories in the field of T.E.S.O.L. and their implications for classroom teaching. These key concepts and theories will be approached critically through the asking of questions that challenge some ‘common sense’ and established theories of language acquisition. Research on effective instruction and assessment for English learners and how these ideas are translated into classroom practice will be discussed in detail. Also, the relationship between English language learning and unequal societal dynamics and how teachers and learners have navigated these in various contexts will be examined.

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TELF 88011

T.E.S.O.L. and Applied Linguistics Professional Practice

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

8

Credits

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TELF 00071

Technology Enriched Teaching

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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MGMT 51021

Technology and Operations Management

Management

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

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LING 50011

Theoretical and Applied Linguistics

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

4

Credits

This course will introduce the intellectual foundations, methods, and motivations of theoretical and applied linguistics: the scientific study and analysis of human language. The core subfields of linguistics, including phonetics (the study of the perception/ production of speech sounds), phonology (the study of sound systems and patterns), morphology (the study of word formation and structure), syntax (the study of sentence structure), and semantics (the study of word and sentence meaning), will be surveyed. The investigation into this field will include linguistic data representing the vast diversity of human language and some of those characteristics universal to all human languages, the discussion as well as demonstration of analytical techniques used in contemporary linguistics and applied to problem sets. In addition, the course will also examine how the study of language and linguistic structure can be used in other disciplines, such as psychology, neurology, and sociology.

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LING 00061

Theories of Second Language Acquisition

Linguistics

Prereq

None

Subject Area

0

Credits

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