Topics in Linguistics (300-0-1)

Topic

Foreign Language Teaching: Theory and Practice

Instructors

Patricia Scarampi
847/467-3685
1860 Campus Drive, Crowe Hall #2-117

Meeting Info

Locy Hall 106: Mon 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

This course introduces key approaches, methods, and materials used in the teaching of French, grounded in current research in Second Language Acquisition. Students will examine major theoretical frameworks and apply them to the development of the four skills, such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as well as to the teaching of culture. Through hands on practice and critical reflection, students will begin shaping their own philosophy of foreign language instruction. By the end of the course, they will have developed essential pedagogical tools and strengthened their metalinguistic awareness, preparing them to become effective and confident language instructors.

Registration Requirements

Senior and/or 300 level advanced class or consent of instructor

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:
• critically evaluate current research in Second Language Acquisition and Applied Linguistics and explain its implications for classroom practice
• describe and interpret the contemporary landscape of second language teaching, including major pedagogical trends and challenges
• analyze key cognitive, social, and cultural processes involved in learning a second language and its associated cultures
• identify, assess, and justify the use of well designed language learning activities that support communicative competence
• design and articulate detailed lesson plans that integrate research based methods, clear learning outcomes, and appropriate assessment strategies

Teaching Method

Class participation, discussion, group work, lecture, observations, presentations, readings, simulation/role play, writing assignments

Evaluation Method

Attendance, class participation, demonstrations, homework, presentations, writing assignments

Class Materials (Required)

Brandl, K. (2021). Communicative Language Teaching in Action: Putting Principles to Work. (Second Edition). San Diego: Cognella. ISBN-13: 978-1793512314