Theories of Language Acquisition 340-AS2-1TNJ
Study profile: general academic
Form of studies: full-time
Type of subject: major, compulsory
Field: humanities, discipline: linguistics
Year of study: 2nd master's degree, summer semester
Prerequisites: none
Number of teaching hours: 30
Teaching methods: lecture, discussion, individual and group tasks
ECTS points: 2
Balance of student workload: student workload with the direct participation of an academic teacher (lecture, meeting hours): 40 hours - 1.5 ECTS points, student workload without direct participation of an academic teacher (preparation for the examination): 13 hours - 0.5 ECTS points
(1 ECTS point corresponds to 25-30 hours of student work needed to achieve the expected learning outcomes)
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
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Type of course
Mode
Learning outcomes
KNOWLEDGE, the graduate knows and understands:
KP7_WG1 - complex linguistic phenomena and processes, early and contemporary theories explaining the processes of language acquisition
KP7_WG2 - complex phenomena and processes related to learning and teaching languages, theories explaining the relationships between them and contemporary trends in theories of language learning and acquisition
KP7_WG4 - advanced terminology and extensive research methodology in the field of linguistics (especially psycholinguistics, language teaching)
KP7_WG5 - advanced terminology and extensive research methodology in the field of the theory of language learning and teaching
SKILLS, the graduate is able to:
KP7_UW2 - formulate and solve complex and unusual problems regarding language acquisition processes, innovatively selecting appropriate methods and tools using knowledge in the field of language learning and teaching
KP7_UW6 - properly select sources and information derived from them in the area of linguistics (especially psycholinguistics and language teaching) and evaluate, critically analyze and synthesize this information
KP7_UK2 - communicate with diverse audiences using specialized terminology in the field of language acquisition and teaching, taking into account socio-cultural aspects
KP7_UU1 - independently plan and implement their own lifelong learning (concerning developing their knowledge about language acquisition) and guide others in this area
SOCIAL COMPETENCES, the graduate is ready to:
KP7_KK2 - recognize the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems
Assessment criteria
Observation of students' activity and engagement, individual and group tasks, final examination.
Presence during lectures is required (2 unexcused absences are allowed.)
An unexcused absence during the examination equals failling it. The teacher must be informed about planned absence at least 3 working days before the examination.
Bibliography
Ellis, N.C.; Wulff, S. 2019. Cognitive approaches to second language acquisition. N: J. Schwieter (ed.), The Cambridge Handbook of Language Learning. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
VanPatten, B. 2015. Theories in Second Language Acquisition. New York: Routledge.
Zeraatpishe, M.; Faravani, A.; Kargozari, H.R.; Azarnoosh, M. 2018. Issues in Applying SLA Theories toward Reflective and Effective Teaching. Brill. https://brill.com/view/title/39069
Detailed list - see syllabus B.
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Term 2023:
Komorowska, H. (red.). 2011. Nauka języka obcego w perspektywie ucznia. Warszawa: Oficyna Wydawnicza Łośgraf. |
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