TSOL 102: Second Language Acquisition and Theory examines first and second language acquisition (SLA) from a theoretical and applied point of view. Consideration is given to sociolinguistic influences as well as historical and current methods for second language acquisition. The theoretical understandings developed in this course are designed to contribute to a teacher's own philosophy, style, approach and classroom techniques.
Corequisite: Full time enrolment in the Selkirk College TESOL Program.
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standard statementCourse Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Hours | 45 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- discuss and compare different perspectives of SLA and current SLA research;
- scribe the stages of second language learning;
- explain the factors that affect language learning with particular emphasis on adult learners;
- formulate strategies to increase learner success within those factors; and
- develop a personal teaching philosophy and support their choices with reference to historical and current perspectives on second language acquisition, learning styles, learning strategies, and other factors that affect language learning.
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