COURSE SYLLABUS
SCOPE OF COURSE SYLLABUS
Intended for students enrolling in Theories of Second Language Acquisition, this syllabus contains information specific to the course. It is a definitive record of the course's primary characteristics and the learning outcomes that a typical student can reasonably be expected to achieve if he/she takes full advantage of the available learning opportunities. This document also serves as a reference for academic and support staff, internal and external examiners, and for future course monitoring and review.
COURSE AT A GLANCE
Course Title
Theories of Second Language Acquisition
Subject Area
Linguistics
Course Code
LING 00061
Course Level
Undergraduate
Credits
0.0
Prerequisites
None
Methods of Delivery
Face-to-face
Online
Expected Length
1.0 Week
Class Meetings
Dependent on the choice made during enrollment
Faculty
TBD
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Software: Any computer software that aids learning.
TEXT(S)
In this course, while textbooks are available, they are not deemed mandatory. Instead, students are urged to make use of the comprehensive lecture materials that have been provided to them.
SYNOPSIS
In this course learners are introduced to second or foreign language theories and practices for teaching and assessing listening, speaking, reading and writing for communicative purposes. Learners will also be introduced to basic studies in second language acquisition and their pedagogical implications. Teachers will be invited to recognize the importance of grounding their own teaching philosophy through an examination of purpose, content, and technique.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:
Define your own personal teaching philosophy
Describe best practices for teaching listening, speaking, reading and writing
Explain grammar translation and audio-lingual teaching approaches
Understand basic studies in second language acquisition
Module 1
The Swing of the Pendulum: A Brief Look at ESL History
Module 2
A Study in Contrasts: The Grammar Translation and Direct Approach
Module 3
A Study in Contrasts: The Reading and Audiolingual Approach
Module 4
A Study in Contrasts: The Cognitive and Affective-Humanistic Approach
Module 5
A Study in Similarities: The Comprehension and Communicative Approach
Module 6
Assessment
VIDEO
WEIGHT: P/F
DEADLINE: 23:59 (GMT+0) on Sunday of Week 1
Course Summary
READING
WEIGHT: P/F
DEADLINE: 23:59 (GMT+0) on Sunday of Week 1
Taxonomy of Language Learning
QUIZ
WEIGHT: P/F
DEADLINE: 23:59 (GMT+0) on Sunday of Week 1
Final Assessment
OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
