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TEL 225
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Title: | Second Language Acquisition |
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Course Description: | Examines the intricate web of variables that interact in the second language learning process. The emphasis in the course will be on examining each of these variables and then attempting to understand how they work together to foster or inhibit successful second language learning and acquisition. |
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Min Credit: | 3 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
1. Examine the linguistic, cognitive, social, cultural, and political factors involved in second language learning.
2. Develop an ability to evaluate second language learning theories.
3. Explain the relationship of first and second language acquisition.
4. Discuss the experiences of second language learners in learning how to speak a second language.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Why is it important to know about second language acquisition in today`s schools?
A. What does it mean to know a language?
II. First language acquisition theories
A. How do children acquire language?
B. What is the role of within-child factors and environment factors?
III. Second Language Acquisition Theories (Part I)
IV. Second Language Acquisition Theories (Part II)
V. Childhood Bilingualism
VI. Adult Second Language Acquisition
VII. Social Factors in Acquiring a Second Language
VIII. Applications to Educational Settings
A. What strengths and needs do bilingual children bring to their educational experience?
IX. What all educators need to know about second language acquisition
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