EDUC 350 - Issues in Second Language Acquisition: Theory and Practice

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This course emphasizes language teaching theory and methodology as well as creation of instructional, analytical, and evaluative materials for the TEFL classroom. It is designed to cover: history, development and current theories of second language acquisition; variables affecting second language learning, including cross-cultural issues; and terminology associated with the many aspects of TEFL. The course is designed for TEFL, second/foreign language and content-area teachers as well as other professionals interested in effective language teaching. (Offered fall / spring)