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Linguistic Studies 

Second Language acquisition

ENG6210
3 hours English

Second Language acquisition

Second Language Acquisition
ENG4202 Foundations of Linguistics 2
3 hours One requisite
1 Introduction: What is SLA and key concepts (chp1)
2 The effect of starting age on L2 grammar (chp2)
3 Crosslinguistic effects on L2 grammar (chp3)
4 The effect of the linguistic environment on L2 grammar (chp4)
5 Cognitive SLA theories (chp5)
6 The development and characteristics of L2 grammar (chp6)
7 The effect of foreign language aptitude on L2 grammar (chp7)
8 The effect of motivation on L2 grammar (chp8)
9 Oral Presentation
10 Midterm Exam
1.1 Mapped to: K2

Define key concepts in the theory and research of second language acquisition.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Interactive Teaching
Assessment Methods Written Exam Assignments
1.2 Mapped to: K3, K4

Explain possible factors affecting the linguistic development of second language grammars.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Interactive Teaching
Assessment Methods Written Exam Assignments
2.1 Mapped to: S1,S2, S3

Analyze crosslinguistic and developmental characteristics of second language grammars.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Interactive Teaching Group work Discussions
Assessment Methods Written Exam Assignments (Data Analysis)
2.2 Mapped to: S1,S2, S3

Assess the effects of starting age, aptitude, and input on the development of second language grammars.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Interactive Teaching Group work Discussions
Assessment Methods Written Exam Assignments (Short Essay)
Assessment
Weight
Midterm Exam
30%
Written Assignment (short essay or data analysis)
10%
Oral Presentation
10%
Final Exam (written)
50%
Total
100%