| School/Faculty/Institute | Faculty of Education | ||||
| Course Code | ELT 206 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Applied Linguistics | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Applied Linguistics | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Flipped Classroom | ||||
| Level of Course | Introductory | ||||
| Semester | Fall | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 110 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 4 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites |
ELT 205 - Introduction to Linguistics |
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| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | Introduction to Linguistics | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Prerequisitie Course: ELT205 Introduction to Linguistics | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | Students will learn more about the sub-branches of Applied Linguistics and the relationship between language education and the field of Applied Linguistics. | ||||
| Course Description | This course will provide students with the tools to describe language from various analytical perspectives and with insight and training in various branches of applied linguistics. The course provides a major introduction to the basic principles and theories of the relationship between linguistics, language teaching and learning. This means knowing linguistic rules, the rules of the language systems and the application of these rules within the teaching and learning context; identification of the differences between linguistics and language; focus on language and how the description of language can be related to language teaching and learning; analysis of the psychological perspectives of language learning such as acquisition, contrastive and error analysis and their application to language pedagogy; recognition of sociological perspectives of language variations, attitudes towards language policy, planning learning and teaching and description of linguistic theories and how they influence language pedagogy. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) acquire a broad background in the field of Applied Linguistics. 2) develop their language awareness about other related disciplines. 3) gain insight into the central areas of enquiry in Applied Linguistics. 4) become aware of the applications of Applied Linguistics in the real world. 5) comprehend how the principles of Applied Linguistics apply to the language classroom |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1) Integrate concepts related to ELT based on previous competencies and realize inter-conceptual relations; demonstrate an understanding of evaluating the source, limits, authenticity and reliability of knowledge and discuss the methods related to generating this knowledge. | |||||
| 2) Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning. | |||||
| 3) Think critically and independently about topics in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching, which are: L2 use, L2 analysis, L2 processes, and L2 pedagogy and program administration. | |||||
| 4) Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education. | |||||
| 5) Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies. | |||||
| 6) Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration. | |||||
| 7) Analyze and contrast the British and American Literature on basic level. Explain basic concepts and principles of using literature and drama and apply them in foreign language teaching. | |||||
| 8) Present a model to the society in terms of attitudes and behavior, which are democratic and ethical, both in the disciplinary and social levels, get involved with quality management processes and provide sustainability. | |||||
| 9) Take responsibilities individually and within group works, realize the tasks in a responsible and effective way, work individually and as a part of a group to solve problems encountered during implementation; assess himself as an individual, use creative and powerful qualifications and try to develop weak sides. | |||||
| 10) Interpret social, economic, political and ideological conditions which have caused Turkish revolution; in accordance with Ataturk’s principles and reforms, and embrace the society, and adopt human ideals including love of home country, and national goals and aspirations. | |||||
| 11) Select and use variety of information and communication technologies with computer software that is needed on the level of the field in the classroom to the level and beyond required by European Computer Use License. | |||||
| 12) Gain life-long learning skills in the light of needs, follow social and art performances, show an awareness of the currently debated global issues, act in accordance with the regulations of Ministry of Education on issues such as legal responsibilities and rights, present an understanding of differences within national and international cultures and adaptability to different cultures; plan social responsibility activities and projects for the immediate environment. | |||||
| 13) Display a willingness to co-operate with members of the teaching staff in their assigned school, communicate effectively with the school community and with society at large in the area of English language education. | |||||
| 14) Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language. |
| N None | S Supportive | H Highly Related |
| Program Outcomes and Competences | Level | Assessed by | |
| 1) | Integrate concepts related to ELT based on previous competencies and realize inter-conceptual relations; demonstrate an understanding of evaluating the source, limits, authenticity and reliability of knowledge and discuss the methods related to generating this knowledge. | S | Exam,HW |
| 2) | Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning. | H | Project |
| 3) | Think critically and independently about topics in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching, which are: L2 use, L2 analysis, L2 processes, and L2 pedagogy and program administration. | H | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| 4) | Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education. | N | |
| 5) | Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies. | N | |
| 6) | Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration. | N | |
| 7) | Analyze and contrast the British and American Literature on basic level. Explain basic concepts and principles of using literature and drama and apply them in foreign language teaching. | N | |
| 8) | Present a model to the society in terms of attitudes and behavior, which are democratic and ethical, both in the disciplinary and social levels, get involved with quality management processes and provide sustainability. | N | |
| 9) | Take responsibilities individually and within group works, realize the tasks in a responsible and effective way, work individually and as a part of a group to solve problems encountered during implementation; assess himself as an individual, use creative and powerful qualifications and try to develop weak sides. | S | Project |
| 10) | Interpret social, economic, political and ideological conditions which have caused Turkish revolution; in accordance with Ataturk’s principles and reforms, and embrace the society, and adopt human ideals including love of home country, and national goals and aspirations. | N | |
| 11) | Select and use variety of information and communication technologies with computer software that is needed on the level of the field in the classroom to the level and beyond required by European Computer Use License. | S | HW |
| 12) | Gain life-long learning skills in the light of needs, follow social and art performances, show an awareness of the currently debated global issues, act in accordance with the regulations of Ministry of Education on issues such as legal responsibilities and rights, present an understanding of differences within national and international cultures and adaptability to different cultures; plan social responsibility activities and projects for the immediate environment. | S | Project |
| 13) | Display a willingness to co-operate with members of the teaching staff in their assigned school, communicate effectively with the school community and with society at large in the area of English language education. | S | Project |
| 14) | Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language. | S | HW |
| Prepared by and Date | HATİME ÇİFTÇİ , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator | HATİME ÇİFTÇİ |
| Semester | Fall |
| Name of Instructor | Assoc. Prof. Dr. HATİME ÇİFTÇİ |
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction to Applied Linguistics |
| 2) | First Language Acquisition |
| 3) | Language Learning and Teaching Contexts |
| 4) | Age and Acquisition |
| 5) | Second Language Acquisition 1 |
| 6) | Second Language Acquisition 2 |
| 7) | Bilingualism and Multilingualism |
| 8) | Vocabulary & Grammar |
| 9) | Pragmatics & Discourse Analysis |
| 10) | Pragmatics & Discourse Analysis |
| 11) | Using Corpus Linguistics in ELT |
| 12) | Language Policy: EMI & CLIL |
| 13) | Individual Differences |
| 14) | Psycholinguistics |
| 15) | Final Examination Period |
| 16) | Final Examination Period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | Brown, D. H. (2014). Principles of language learning and teaching. (6th ed.). Pearson Education, Inc. Hummel, K. M. (2021). Introducing second language acquisition. (2nd edition). WILEY Blackwell. **Additional materials to be provided by the instructor. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Flipped Learning – Seminar – Discussion – Q & A session. Students are supposed to read the assigned chapter, watch relevant videos and complete pre-class work. Students are expected to participate actively in class discussions to improve their understanding of the core issues at hand. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | Pre-class quizzes, post-class HW, in-class tasks, final project | ||||||||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | Correspondence and Blackboard Learn | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Assessment Methods |
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| Course Administration |
ciftcih@mef.edu.tr Attendance is required for 70% of the course session, if you exceed this you may fail by F or FX. Any plagiarism or academic dishonesty will be treated very seriously with the most serious appropriate disciplinary action in the education context. Plagiarism involves copying any material from a book, online material, or another student or your own papers previously completed and graded in other classes without using proper citation. Plagiarism also involves asking anyone to review or do your assignment. Rules for attendance: The student must attend at least 70% of the classes. Statement on academic dishonesty and plagiarism: Law on Higher Education Article 54. |
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| Activity | No/Weeks | Hours | Calculation | ||||
| No/Weeks per Semester | Preparing for the Activity | Spent in the Activity Itself | Completing the Activity Requirements | ||||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 84 | ||
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 8 | 8 | ||||
| Final Examination | 1 | 16 | 2 | 18 | |||
| Total Workload | 110 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 4.4 | ||||||
| ECTS | 4 | ||||||