Information Package / Course Catalogue
| English Language Teaching | |||||
| Bachelor | Length of the Programme: 4 | Number of Credits: 240 | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF: Level 6 |
Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri
| School/Faculty/Institute | Faculty of Education | ||||
| Course Code | ELT 207 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Language Acquisition | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Language Acquisition | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Exercise,Flipped Classroom,Guided Personal Study,Lecture,Project,Seminar | ||||
| Level of Course | Introductory | ||||
| Semester | Fall | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 136 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 5 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | None | ||||
| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only Undergraduate Students | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | |||||
| Course Description | This course provides an introduction to the field of second language acquisition (SLA). This course will cover issues, and problems in current SLA research and theory; background on the historical development of the field; analysis of learner data; language acquisition stages; reading and discussing research articles in SLA, comparing first language acquisition to SLA; and analyzing learner data. The course outlines the major theories of second language acquisition in both naturalistic and instructed learning settings, and uncover what the theories have to offer to second and foreign language teachers. | ||||
| Course Description in Turkish | Bu ders ikinci dil edinimi (SLA) alanına giriş sağlar. Bu ders, güncel SLA ve birinci dil edinimi araştırma ve kuramlarını kapsar; alanın tarihsel gelişimi üzerine arka plan; öğrenci verisinin analizi; dil edinme süreçlerini, SLA'daki araştırma makalelerini okuma ve tartışma, ilk dil ediniminini SLA ile karşılaştırma; ve öğrenci verilerini analiz etmeyi içerir. Ders, hem doğal ortamda hem de sınıf ortamlarında ikinci dil ediniminin temel teorilerini özetler ve teorilerin ikinci ve yabancı dilde öğretmenlere ne sunmaları gerektiğini ortaya çıkarır. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) show an understanding of the issues and problems in current SLA research and theory; 2) evaluate major developments in the field of SLA historically; 3) analyze second language learner data from multiple perspectives; 4) discuss the terminology and important figures, and important studies in SLA 5) carry out mini action research studies to understand problems that learners have and promote their language acquisition. |
| 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. |
Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences
| 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 | Presentation,Project |
| 2) | Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning. | S | Exam,Participation,Presentation |
| 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. | S | Exam,HW |
| 6) | Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration. | S | Project |
| 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. | S | Project |
| 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. | H | Exam,Participation,Presentation |
| 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 | Participation,Presentation |
| 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. | N | |
| 14) | Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language. | S | Exam,HW,Lab,Participation,Presentation,Project |
| Prepared by and Date | HATİME ÇİFTÇİ , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator | HATİME ÇİFTÇİ |
| Semester | Fall |
| Name of Instructor | Asst. Prof. Dr. ŞÜKRÜ NURAL |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction to the course |
| 2) | First language acquisition |
| 3) | Acquisition of morphemes, syntax and words |
| 4) | Learning theories |
| 5) | Key Issues in Second Language Acquisition |
| 6) | Overview of SLA Theories |
| 7) | Overview of SLA Theories (Cont.) |
| 8) | Learner Language |
| 9) | Individual learner differences and SLA |
| 10) | Project feedback session |
| 11) | Second language learning in the classroom |
| 12) | Second language learning in the classroom (Cont.) |
| 13) | Observing learning and teaching in L2 classroom |
| 14) | Popular ideas about language learning |
| 15) | Final Examination Period |
| 16) | Final Examination Period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | Lightbown, P. & Spada, N. (2006). How languages are learned. Oxford: Oxford University Press. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Some lecture, but mostly seminar/discussion. Students will work in groups to negotiate understanding of the issues and conduct an action research study. Students will read the assigned chapter and watch videos and complete pre-class work before coming to class. Group and class discussion and student presentations will take place in class. Students are expected to participate actively in class discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | Students will have a reading assignment and reflective questions to answer every week. Students are expected to read and answer questions prior to class and in the class students are expected to ask questions and complete tasks according to the flipped classroom methodology. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | --- | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | Written assignments and communication | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Other Activities | Group and whole class discussions, presentations and project | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 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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ECTS Student Workload Estimation
| 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 | 3 | 2 | 98 | ||
| Homework Assignments | 4 | 4 | 3 | 28 | |||
| Final Examination | 1 | 8 | 2 | 10 | |||
| Total Workload | 136 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 5.4 | ||||||
| ECTS | 5 | ||||||