Fall 2017 - LING 360 D100

Introduction to Applied Linguistics (3)

Class Number: 3151

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 6, 2017
    Wed, 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    LING 220 and any lower division W course.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Theoretical and practical aspects of second language learning.

COURSE DETAILS:

LING 360 introduces some of the major themes in the field of second language acquisition (SLA) and second language pedagogy. We’ll concentrate on adult learners of English as a second or other language, but we’ll also look at research on younger learners and learners of languages other than English.
SLA and second language pedagogy are huge subjects. But we’ll cut them down to size by focusing on a limited range of topics, e.g., does age affect ability to learn a 2nd language?, why is there such variability in proficiency among second language learners?, is there a “best” way to teach and learn a second language?, what roles do personality, motivation, and intelligence play in acquiring a second language? That’s just a sampling; there will be other topics as well.
Before the course begins, consider your own second language learning experiences. Let’s see how theory and research match up with real world results. This is a tough course. You’ll have to read, write, and think a lot. But you’ll learn plenty!

Grading

  • Attendance 5%
  • Midterm exam 20%
  • Group project 25%
  • Term paper (based on group project) 15%
  • Final exam 35%
  • NOTE: Assignments & examinations will require writing beyond just fill-in-the-blanks and single sentences.

NOTES:

NOTE: It is strongly recommended that you see the Student Advisor regarding your degree requirements at least two semesters before you plan to graduate. Unless you meet both faculty and major/minor requirements, your graduation cannot be approved.  

1.  Students should familiarize themselves with the Department’s Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities at http://www.sfu.ca/linguistics/undergraduate/standards.html.
2.         A grade of “FD” may be assigned as a penalty for academic dishonesty
3.  Students’ requests for accommodation of their religious practices must be made in writing by the end of the first week of classes or no later than one week after a student adds a course.
4.  Students requiring accommodations as the result of a disability must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities (778.782.3112 or csdo@sfu.ca).

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

VanPatten, Bill & Williams, Jessica. (editors). (2015). (2nd edition). Theories in second language acquisition: An introduction. New York + London: Routledge, ISBN 978-041582421-7.
Larsen-Freeman, Diane & Anderson, Marti. (2011). (3nd edition). Techniques and principles in language teaching. Oxford: Oxford University Press, ISBN 13 978 0 19 442360 1.
Additional required readings will be available for download through the SFU Library.  

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS