LFE35204-281314 M5.2 - Applied Ling - Pr. MARRAH ABDELKADER
M5.2 - Applied Ling
The course aims at introducing Applied Linguistics as a discilpine and to show the different fields of interest for the applied linguist. More specifically, It defines Applied linguistics as a problem solving branch of linguistics. Therefore, there is need to identify the various areas where language-related problems arise in order to determine clearly the job of the applied linguist in connection to these problems. For this purpose, we suggest that the students read at least the first three chapters of the setbook entitled: Mapping Applied Linguistics by Christopher Hall et al.
This book touches upon various topics closely linked to Applied Linguistics as listed below:
- Language teaching and education, literacy and language disorders
- Language variation and World Englishes
- Language policy and planning
- Lexicography and forensic linguistics
-Multilingualism and translation
This book touches upon various topics closely linked to Applied Linguistics as listed below:
- Language teaching and education, literacy and language disorders
- Language variation and World Englishes
- Language policy and planning
- Lexicography and forensic linguistics
-Multilingualism and translation
LFE35204-331641 M5.2 - Applied Ling - Pr. Chergui Saber Ahmed
M5.2 - Applied Ling
Applied Linguistics
Course description
As part of the BA in the English Studies course, this module introduces students to the broad scope of applied linguistics, focusing primarily on two areas: Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and teaching methodology. The subject develops and deepens students’ understanding of the processes of SLA. Specifically, its primary purpose is to introduce students to the most important theoretical perspectives on SLA. It will provide an overview of key concepts, terms, areas of research of SLA. The constructs and underlying assumptions of a number of theories will be highlighted. This course focuses on the differences and similarities in first and second language acquisition, factors affecting SLA like age and personality factors, and other related topics concerning language acquisition. This course also offers a foundation in the approaches and methods for the teaching of a second or foreign language. Students will gain insights into their own assumptions about language acquisition in natural and instructed settings. They will exit the course with a general understanding of important second language acquisition theories as they relate to language teaching and will discover approaches to language teaching that promote successful language acquisition.
Objectives of the course
After successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Know, understand and use the major concepts, principles and theories related to the acquisition of a primary and a new language in and out of classroom settings
2. Understand the factors that impact language development and learning
3. Demonstrate an understanding of second and foreign language teaching methods and approaches
4. Transfer an understanding of various theoretical fundamentals to reflect on their own language acquisition experience
5. Develop and improve observational skills, critical and analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities about second language acquisition and teaching methods
Resources
Diane Larsen-Freeman and Marti Anderson. 2011. Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching. 3rd edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Muriel Saville-Troike. 2012. Introducing Second Language Acquisition. 2nd edition. Cambridge: CUP.
Course description
As part of the BA in the English Studies course, this module introduces students to the broad scope of applied linguistics, focusing primarily on two areas: Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and teaching methodology. The subject develops and deepens students’ understanding of the processes of SLA. Specifically, its primary purpose is to introduce students to the most important theoretical perspectives on SLA. It will provide an overview of key concepts, terms, areas of research of SLA. The constructs and underlying assumptions of a number of theories will be highlighted. This course focuses on the differences and similarities in first and second language acquisition, factors affecting SLA like age and personality factors, and other related topics concerning language acquisition. This course also offers a foundation in the approaches and methods for the teaching of a second or foreign language. Students will gain insights into their own assumptions about language acquisition in natural and instructed settings. They will exit the course with a general understanding of important second language acquisition theories as they relate to language teaching and will discover approaches to language teaching that promote successful language acquisition.
Objectives of the course
After successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Know, understand and use the major concepts, principles and theories related to the acquisition of a primary and a new language in and out of classroom settings
2. Understand the factors that impact language development and learning
3. Demonstrate an understanding of second and foreign language teaching methods and approaches
4. Transfer an understanding of various theoretical fundamentals to reflect on their own language acquisition experience
5. Develop and improve observational skills, critical and analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities about second language acquisition and teaching methods
Resources
Diane Larsen-Freeman and Marti Anderson. 2011. Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching. 3rd edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Muriel Saville-Troike. 2012. Introducing Second Language Acquisition. 2nd edition. Cambridge: CUP.