Theories of Second Language Acquisition

Course Code:

EDEN 504

Semester:

Güz

Course Type:

Zorunlu

P:

3

Credits:

3

ECTS:

6

Course Language:

İngilizce

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to to provide the students with fundamental concepts in the field of SLA. The focus of the course will be on the theories of learning, theories of SLA, the correspondence between the two and the way they inform the students in improving their teaching profession.

Course Content:

A critical review and practical applications of SLA theories will assist the students in designing classroom learning experiences and, developing a classroom learning community. Only primary theories and perspectives related to second language learning including behavioral, developmental, cognitive, social-cognitive, constructivist, and sociocultural learning theories will be covered. In addition, the course will attempt the issue of how these theories address student motivation, self-regulation, and classroom management.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Term Project

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Dersin Öğrenme Çıktıları

Course Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
Has an understanding of learning and SLA theories;	1,9,10	1,2	B,D
Has a reasonable network of information regarding the influence of these theories and their interrelationship on language pedagogy;	7,9,10	1,2	A,C
Identifies the theoretical principles implemented in a class;	1,2	1,2	D

Dersin Akışı

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction to the course, Discussion of the syllabus and assignments
2	What is SLA? Key concepts and terms in SLA	Ortega, Ch. 1 M&M Ch.1
3	The recent history of second language learning research	M&M, Ch. 2 Block Ch. 2
4	Cross-linguistic influences L1-L2 interlanguage	Ortega: Ch. 3 and Ellis Ch. 3
5	Linguistics of SLA	Ortega: Ch. 4 and Ellis Ch. 7
6	Behaviorism	Ormord: Ch. 9 and Ch. 1 Pritcahrd
7	Cognition and cognitive theories of SLA	Ortega: Ch. 5 and M&M: Ch. 4
8	Development of Learner L2	Ortega Ch. 6 &7
9	Social dimensions of SLA Sociocultural perspectives	Ortega: Ch. 10 and M&M Ch.7
10	The neurolinguistics of L2	Fabbro, 2002
11	Input and Interaction in SLA Instructed SLA	M&M Ch. 6 and Ellis
12	Multiple intelligences Integration of theories	Gass: Ch.14 and Ch. 4 of Prichard
13	Age and SLA	Ortega Ch.2
14	Motivation aptitude	Motivation (Ortega, Ch. 7 &8)
	Affect and other individual differences	Ortega Ch. 9

Kaynaklar

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

Understanding Second Language Acquisiton ,Ortega

Additional Resources

Second Language Acquisiton, Ellis

Second Language Learning Theories, Mitchelle & Myles

SLA, An Introductory Course, Gass

Materyal Paylaşımı

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents
Assignments	Critical essays, projects, weekly readings
Exams	Project

Değerlendirme Sistemi

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms	2	20
Assignment	4	60
Term Project and Presentation	2	20
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		0
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		100
Total		100

Dersin Program Çıktılarına Katkısı

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Understand relevant research methodologies and techniques and their appropriate application within Applied Linguistics research field					x
2	Apply scientific research methods and statistical techniques in the area of English language education					x
3	Develop assessment and measurement skills			x
4	Carry out national and international projects					x
5	Use Information and Communication Technologies in English language education and training effectively					x
6	Work individually and in groups in interdisciplinary fields					x
7	Develop lifelong learning skills					x
8	Evaluate and design curriculum for English language teaching					x
9	Knows and assesses theories and application approaches related to English language teacher education					x
10	Effectively express his/her research ideas and findings both orally and in writing					x
11	Continuously develop their knowledge and skills in order to adapt to a rapidly developing technological environment					x
12	Design teaching programs and appropriate materials for language learners			x
13	Examines and evaluates teacher education programs with scientific methods.					x
14	Is able to design pre-service and in-service English language teacher education programs with scientific methods.					x

AKTS İş Yükü Tablosu

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam week: 13x Total course hours)	14	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	14	196
Mid-terms	2	20	40
Homework	4	8	32
Term Project and Presentation	2	20	40
Total Work Load			350
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			14
ECTS Credit of the Course			14

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