Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - EDUC 825 G001

Second Language Learning and Education (5)

Class Number: 3138

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Wed, 4:30–9:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A survey of major theories of Second Language Learning (SLL) to date, including the conceptualizations of language, learning and the learner, and their applications and implications in second/additional language teaching and learning in various contexts over time and today.

COURSE DETAILS:

The purpose of this course is to build upon the study of major trends and issues in second/foreign/additional language education theory and practice already studied during the first term of the program. Each week, we will focus on a specific theme. Students will prepare for each class by doing readings and taking notes on the key ideas from the readings. Also, each class will include oral presentations related to the key them, to be carried out by different students each week. Students will also apply theories directly to classroom practice in short demo lessons in which they will teach peers and reflect on how they applied theories studied in the course.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • Develop an understanding of theoretical trends in English as an Additional Language instruction.
  • Develop critical awareness and engagement in the reading of research-based studies in the field of language teaching and applied linguistics.
  • Critically apply content studied in the course to lived experience, future goals, and broader sociocultural/educational contexts in the world today.

Grading

  • Weekly presentation 20%
  • Mini demo lesson 20%
  • End-of-course portfolio 50%
  • Active learning and participation 10%

NOTES:

No final exam
All assignments must be completed and 100% attendance is expected.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

None-all texts are available online.

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit: 


RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.