Language Learning and Teaching 340-AH1-2UNJ

Studies’ profile General academic
Studies Full-time studies
Course code 340-AH1-2UNJ
Course in English
Type of course Obligatory, linguistics
Semester/year of studies Year II, winter and spring terms
60 hrs workshops/classes
5 ECTS

Quantitative indicators:
Students’ workload connected with classes which require assistance from the teacher 90hrs - classes, office hours meetings, end-of-semester tests
without the teacher's assistance 60hrs - preparation for the classes. tests, preparation of the assigned projects

Student's workload:
90hrs - participation in classes and office hours meetings
20hrs - preparation for the classes
20hrs - preparation of the assigned projects
20hrs - preparation for the end-of-semester tests

Prerequisites (description)

English at B2 – C1 level so that during the course students can freely express their opinion in English, reflect upon and share their views about the process of learning foreign languages as well as interpret simple academic texts related to the topic of the course.

Course coordinators

Term 2024:

Aneta Szklanko-Dondziło

Term 2025:

Aneta Szklanko-Dondziło

Term 2023:

Ewa Lewicka-Mroczek

Type of course

obligatory courses

Mode

Term 2024:

(in Polish) w sali

Term 2025:

(in Polish) w sali

General:

(in Polish) w sali

Term 2026:

(in Polish) w sali

Term 2023:

(in Polish) w sali
(in Polish) zdalnie

Learning outcomes

The graduate will learn and understand
KP6_WG1 at an advanced level, phenomena, processes and language systems within the leading foreign language and theories explaining the relationships between them - verified by means of tests
The graduate is able to:
KP6_UW1 formulate and solve complex problems by selecting appropriate methods and tools using knowledge from the field of foreign language learning and teaching - verified through projects and discussions
KP6_UW6, correctly select sources and information derived from them in the field of linguistics and evaluate, critically analyze and synthesize this information - verified through projects and discussions
KP6_UO1, plan and organise individual and team work - verified through projects and discussions
The graduate is prepared to
KP6_KK2 recognition of the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems - verified through projects and discussions

Assessment criteria

Didactic methods and techniques: discussions, pair and group work, microteaching assignments, article discussion and analysis, self and peer-assessment of project works.

Assessment based on:
Projects, microteaching assignments, teaching and learning packs, tests of achievement after each semester, commitment, being prepared and active in class.
Two unexcused absences per term are accepted.

Bibliography

Harmer, J. 2001. The Practice of English Language Teaching. Third Edition. Completely Revised And Updated. Longman.
Komorowska, H. 2005. Metodyka nauczania języków obcych. Warszawa: Fraszka Edukacyjna.
Komorowska, H. (red.). 2009. Skuteczna nauka języka obcego. Struktura i przebieg zajęć językowych. Warszawa: CODN.
Lightdown, P., N. Spada. 1993. How Languages are Learned. Oxford: Oxford University Press
Observing English Lessons. Materiały video. 1997. British Council Studium University of Gdańsk.
Programy nauczania dla szkół podstawowych, gimnazjów i liceów
Revel, J., S. Norman. 1999. Handing Over. London: Saffire Press
Richards J., T. Rodgers. 1986. Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching. Cambridge: CUP
Tanner, R., Green, C. 1998. Tasks for Teacher Education. Longman.
Ur,P. 1996. A Course in Language Teaching. Cambridge:CUP
Wallace, M. 1998. Action Research for Language Teachers. Cambridge: CUP
Selected articles from:

English Teaching Professional
Practical English Teaching
Modern English Teacher
ELT Journal
Network
Forum
Języki obce w szkole

Term 2023:

Dakowska, M. 2005. Teaching English as a Foreign Language. A Guide for Professionals. Warszawa: Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN. Part 6, Foreign Language Skills … (chapters 11 – 15).
Harmer, J. 2001. The Practice of English Language Teaching. Third Edition. Completely Revised And Updated. Longman. (Chapters 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22).
Komorowska, H. 2005. Metodyka nauczania języków obcych. Warszawa: Fraszka Edukacyjna. (Rozdział 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14)
Komorowska, H. (red.). 2009. Skuteczna nauka języka obcego. Struktura i przebieg zajęć językowych. Warszawa: CODN. (Strony 83 – 105).
https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/blog/12-tips-for-teaching-an-online-english-class/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7vxAn0w7YA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqsO1AK2OzE
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zY20fvU_GfQ
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gPwJBtMoHc
www.youtube.com/watch?v=m70b28I-oNo
Pawlak, M., Derenowski,M., Wolski, B. (red.). 2009. Problemy współczesnej dydaktyki języków obcych. Kalisz: Wydział Pedagogiczno-Artystyczny UAM.
Scrivener J. (2005) (second edition) Learning Teaching. Macmillan.
Tanner, R. and C. Green. (1998) Tasks for Teacher Education A Reflective Approach. Harlow: Pearson Education.

Term 2024:

Notes

Term 2023:

General rules:
General requirements: It is expected that students attend classes (2 absences each term are accepted), they come prepared, demonstrate serious and respectful attitude towards the subject.
Students who are absent more than twice (refers to unexcused absences only) lose 1 point for each absence.
Official sick leaves must be submitted within two weeks, when submitted later the absence at the classes it refers to is regarded as unexcused. Material from the missed classes can be discussed with the tutor during her office hours (see above).

REQUIREMENTS FOR GETTING THE CREDIT:
Winter term – you can collect maximum 20 points
I. 20 POINTS FOR WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNT:
• 10 points for a language teaching and/or learning pack presentation (prepared individually) – a set of 2 or 3 creative activities useful in FL teaching and learning chosen individually by students according to their interests. The assignment should take the form of a power-point presentation of the activities selected, information about the source and should be supported by a detailed handout for the group members including the activities, detailed procedure and presenter’s comments. The activities should be above all unique, creative and attractive for learners. They may be used to practice any of the language components or language skills chosen by the presenter from reference books for FL teaching/learning available in our library. The presentations (NOT LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES EACH) are run throughout the term, not more than one or two during one class. The list with dates and exact presenters will be structured during the very first class.
• 10 points for a microteaching assignment (prepared in groups) – teaching and learning vocabulary. The presentations are run after the topic on vocabulary teaching and learning has been completed.

Spring term – you can collect 20 points

I. 20 POINTS FOR WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNT:
• 10 points for a teaching pack (prepared in groups) – a set of two lesson plans; one in the 3 P model of a lesson and one in any of the alternative lesson models. The assignment is submitted after the topic on lesson planning has been completed.
• 10 points for the microteaching assignment (prepared in groups) – teaching a skill-based lesson or an integrated-skill (and/or IT-based) lesson. The presentations are run after the topics on the required language teaching and learning aspects have been completed.

NOTE:
1. THE ASSIGNMENTS ARE PRESENTED DURING CLASSES .
2. NO MAKNG UP OF THE ASSIGNMENT UNLESS IT WAS ASSESSED AS UNACCEPTABLE.
3. IF THE ASSIGNMENT IS PRESENTED AFTER THE APPOINTED DATE THE MAXIMUM SCORE IS REDUCED TO 8 POINTS.

Assessment of assignments:
10 – outstanding, 9 – very good, 8 – good, 7 – above satisfactory, 6 – satisfactory, 5 – unacceptable

Each term the most active students can be given 2 additional points for the presence, engagement and attitude towards the subject (tutor’s subjective judgement).

TOTAL: 20 points – marks (the system refers both to the winter and spring terms):
20 – 18 very good (5)
17 – 15 – good (4)
14 – 11 – satisfactory (3)
10 – unacceptable (2)

THE COURSE ENDS WITH A WRITTEN EXAM IN SUMMER.

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