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(LING 423) Language Acquisition

An examination of psycholinguistic and sociolinguistic aspects of first and second language learning and of the research regarding second language education.

Credit Hours 3.0 Lecture
Prerequisite TESOL 310, should be taken during senior year
Offered Fall
Programs -

Course Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate a knowledge of the major theories regarding L1 and L2 acquisition/learning.
  2. Demonstrate a knowledge of learner differences, and the qualities and strategies of effective language learners.
  3. Demonstrate a knowledge of the psycholinguistic/cognitive variables which impact lang. learning
  4. Demonstrate a knowledge of the socio-cultural variables which affect language learning and use.
  5. Demonstrate a knowledge of the role of culture and cross-cultural awareness/competence in language learning/teaching.
  6. Demonstrate a knowledge of the larger sociopolitical environments which impact language learning/teaching.