| ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION (ENGLISH, NONTHESIS, DE) | |||||
| Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| ELT5011 | Second Language Acquisition | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. ENİSA MEDE |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The course focuses on evaluating first and second language acquisition theories, the differing processes involved in second vs. first language acquisition, and conducting research on language acquisition. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. To understand the theories of first language acquisiton 2. To understand the theories of second language acquisition 3. To compare and contrast first and second language acquisition 4. To discuss the issues related to language acquisition |
| The primary purpose of this course is to gain familiarity with important theories and research associated with classroom-based second language acquisition. Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course -Project -Technology-Enhanced Learning -Collaborative Learning -Lecture -Reading -Discussion -Individual Study |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction | |
| 2) | Language Learning in Early Childhood (Chapter 1 of Lightbrown & Spada) | Language Learning Autobiography |
| 3) | Reading # 2: Explaining Second Language Learning (Chapter 2 of Lightbrown & Spada) | |
| 4) | Is there a “natural sequence” in adult second language acquisition? Acquisition in The Natural Approach: The Binding/Access Framework Natural sequences in child second language acquisition | |
| 5) | Questions for interviewees Language Learner Interviews | |
| 6) | Non-Language Influences in Gass, M. S. & Selinker, L. (2001). | |
| 7) | Critical period effects in second language learning | |
| 8) | The Critical Period Hypothesis: Where are we now? | |
| 9) | Interlanguage Simplified input and second language acquisition | |
| 10) | Skill Acquisition Theory | |
| 11) | Learner Language (Chapter 4 Lightbrown & Spada) The significance of learners’ errors | |
| 12) | Sociocultural Theory and Second Language Learning (Chapter 11 Van Patten & Williams) | |
| 13) | Schumann's acculturation model for second language acquisition | |
| 14) | Individual Differences in Second Language Learning (Lightbrown & Spada Chapter 3) |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Course Packet containing 16 articles/ Book Chapters VanPatten, Bill. (2004). Processing Instruction. Lawrence Erlbaum and Associates Gass, S.M. & Selinker, L. (1992). Language transfer in language learning. Philadelphia, PA: John Benjamins Publishing Company. Lantolf, J. P., & Thorne, S. L. (2006). Sociocultural theory and the genesis of L2 development. Oxford: Oxford University Press. |
| References: | Bongaerts, T.; van Summeren, C.; Planken, B.; Schils, E. (1997). Age and ultimate attainment in the pronunciation of a foreign language. Studies in Second Language Acquisition, 19(4), 447-65. Oliver, R. (March 2000). Age differences in negotiation and feedback in classroom and pairwork. Language Learning, 50(1), 119-51. Salaberry, M.R. (2000). The acquisition of English past tense in an instructional setting. System, 28(1), 135-52. Bialystok, E., & Hakuta, K. (1999). Confounded age: Linguistics and cognitive factors in age differences for second language acquisition. In D. Birdsong, (Ed.), Second Language Acquisition and the Critical Period Hypothesis (pp. 161-181). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Publishers. Bialystok, E., &&38; Hakuta, K. (1994). In other words: The language and psychology of second language acquisition. New York: Basic Books. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
| Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
| Project | 2 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 20 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 80 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Application | 2 | 6 | 12 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 4 | 10 | 40 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 6 | 12 |
| Project | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Homework Assignments | 5 | 15 | 75 |
| Paper Submission | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 210 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Possessing fundamental theoretical and factual knowledge in the field of language education | 5 |
| 2) | Understanding key concepts related to English language teaching and second language acquisition, as well as the relationships between these concepts | 5 |
| 3) | Following current developments in educational sciences and foreign language teaching | 2 |
| 4) | Understanding and evaluating curricula, strategies, approaches, methods, and techniques related to foreign language teaching | 2 |
| 5) | Acquiring and developing practical skills related to language education | 2 |
| 6) | Effectively applying scientific and pedagogical knowledge in teaching processes | 2 |
| 7) | Applying teaching strategies, methods, and techniques appropriate to students' proficiency levels and individual differences | 3 |
| 8) | Utilizing academic and technological resources (including CALL and MALL) in the field of foreign language teaching | 1 |
| 9) | Selecting and developing appropriate instructional materials based on students’ needs | 2 |
| 10) | Sharing knowledge and skills in language education with academic and professional communities | 1 |
| 11) | Continuously developing professionally by keeping up with recent advancements in foreign language teaching | 1 |
| 12) | Adapting teaching processes according to existing conditions and effectively implementing assessment and evaluation methods | 1 |
| 13) | Demonstrating autonomy and responsibility in educational and teaching processes | 1 |