IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)

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LIN200BD(言語学 / Linguistics 200)
Second Language Learning and Teaching

Brian WISTNER

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Faculty/Graduate school IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)
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Year 2021
Class code A2990
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Term 秋学期授業/Fall
Day/Period 水2/Wed.2
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Campus 市ヶ谷
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Credit(s) 2
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Open Program
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Global Open Program
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers (Notes)
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SDGs CP
Urban Design CP
Diversity CP
Learning for the Future CP
Carbon Neutral CP
Chiyoda Campus Consortium
Category General Education Courses/総合教育科目
Global Open Program/グローバルオープン科目
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Outline and objectives

This course examines second language (L2) acquisition theory, research, and pedagogy. Students examine the variables that influence L2 acquisition and investigate how they are addressed in principled approaches to L2 pedagogy.

Goal

Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:
1. Identify and explain the variables that influence L2 acquisition
2. Investigate the connection between L2 learning and teaching

Default language used in class

英語 / English

Method(s)(学期の途中で変更になる場合には、別途提示します。 /If the Method(s) is changed, we will announce the details of any changes. )

This course examines key concepts in L2 acquisition theory, research, and pedagogy. Students then apply this knowledge by conducting research, presenting findings, and participating in group discussions. Most classes will consist of group discussions, presentations, and lectures on topics in L2 acquisition and pedagogy. Feedback will be given after each presentation. Check Hoppii for any updates regarding this course.

Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)

あり / Yes

Fieldwork in class

なし / No

Schedule

秋学期

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

第1回:Introduction to the course

Presentation of key concepts in second language acquisition and teaching

第2回:First language acquisition

How do people learn an L1?

第3回:Second language acquisition

How do adults learn an L2?

第4回:Age and L2 acquisition

How does age affect L2 acquisition?

第5回:Interaction in L2 classrooms

Does interaction lead to L2 acquisition?

第6回:Focus on form

Attending to meaning and form in L2 learning

第7回:Acquisition of L2 grammar

How is L2 grammar acquired?

第8回:Acquisition of L2 vocabulary

Issues related to L2 vocabulary acquisition

第9回:Contexts of instructed second language acquisition

In what ways does the linguistic environment influence L2 acquisition?

第10回:Foreign language aptitude

Does language aptitude influence L2 learning?

第11回:Motivation

To what extent does motivation affect L2 learning?

第12回:Affect and other individual differences

What other variables play a role in L2 learning?

第13回:Research presentations

Research project presentations

第14回:Feedback on research presentations and final exam

Discussion of and feedback on students' presentations and final exam

Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)

Students should complete reading assignments before the class in which they are discussed. Presentations should be prepared outside of class--this entails meeting and coordinating with your group members.

Textbooks

Patsy M. Lightbown, and Nina Spada. (2013). How languages are learned. Oxford University Press. Approximately 4,200 yen.

References

Shawn Loewen. (2015). Introduction to instructed second language acquisition. Routledge.
Lourdes Ortega. (2009). Understanding second language acquisition. Hodder Education.
Rod Ellis. (2008). The study of second language acquisition (2nd edition). Oxford University Press.
H. Douglas Brown. (2007). Teaching by principles: An interactive approach to language pedagogy (3rd edition). Longman.
H. Douglas Brown. (2006). Principles of language learning and teaching (5th edition). Longman.

Grading criteria

In-class presentations: 50%
Written report: 25%
Final exam: 25%
Students will be evaluated based on in-class presentations related to the content covered in class and their performance on a writing assignment and final exam. Highly evaluated presentations and reports demonstrate synthesis of the course content and follow academic presentation and writing conventions. Details will be given in class. A grade of "E" will be given for missing an assignment (i.e., presentation, report, or test) or for being absent from four or more classes.

Changes following student comments

Students commented that some of the topics were interesting and helpful.

Others

定員25名を超えた場合は文学部所属学生を優先して選抜する。
履修希望者は必ず初回授業に出席してください。