Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2020 - LING 360 D100

Introduction to Applied Linguistics (3)

Class Number: 7862

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Fri, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    LING 282W.

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. Knowing the mechanisms of language acquisition will enhance your understanding of your students’ needs, challenges they face,

Topics to be included but not limited to: L2 learning motivation, learning strategies, Age of Acquisition (AoA), other personal factors influencing SLA.

Grading

  • In-class work 10%
  • Language data analysis paper 30%
  • Final Term Paper 40%
  • Group Presentation 20%
  • No final exam. You will be assessed continuously through course work for the whole semester.

NOTES:

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.

Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities at http://www.sfu.ca/linguistics/undergraduate/standards.html.
Please note that a grade of “FD” (Failed-Dishonesty) may be assigned as a penalty for academic dishonesty.
All student requests for accommodations for 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.
Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca).

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Brown, S. & Larson-Hall, J. (2012). Second Language Acquisition Myths. University of Michigan Press. ISBN: 978-0472034987


Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/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