Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2021 - LING 360 D100

Introduction to Applied Linguistics (3)

Class Number: 2726

Delivery Method: Remote

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 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, and you will be better prepared to tackle those arising issues by having a more realistic rundown of a lesson or developing learning materials and tasks for them.

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

Grading

  • Participation 10%
  • Language data analysis paper 30%
  • Final Term Paper 40%
  • Group Presentation 20%

NOTES:

COURSE GRADING: You will be assessed continuously through course work for the whole semester.

MODE OF INSTRUCTION: Blended
The class will be divided into sections which will meet with the instructor for 1.5 hours each week during the scheduled meeting times. Canvas will provide recorded lectures, lecture slides, feedback on assignments as well as other readings that are recommended or essential to students’ learning.

PLATFORM: Canvas/BB Collaborate

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).

REQUIREMENTS:

TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED: Laptop, Internet, Microphone, Camera

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

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

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2021

Teaching at SFU in spring 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).