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Module Title
LM Second Language Acquisition
School
Eng, Drama, & Creative Studies
Department
Linguistics and Communication
Module Code
09 29912
Module Lead
Dr Petra Schoofs
Level
Masters Level
Credits
20
Semester
Full Term
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
None
Exclusions
Description
This module introduces the main theoretical concepts and research findings underlying second language acquisition and the implication these have for classroom practice.
This module covers some of the key theories regarding how people think languages are learnt and by extension how they are best taught. It explores the ways and the extent to which these theories will apply to the students own and other teaching situations. The later parts of the module consider issues associated with the complex nature of the classroom environment and how that influences learning and also learner characteristics, learning styles and strategies, etc all of which influence the way in which languages are learnt.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
demonstrate sophisticated understanding of a range of theoretical concepts and approaches related to Second Language Acquisition;
critically discuss recent developments in the field of Second Language Acquisition;
critically evaluate theoretical concepts and approaches related to Second Language Acquisition;
reflect upon and critically evaluate concepts and models concerning second language acquisition and how these may influence his/her own teaching practise.
