Language Teaching: Speaking and Listening
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ENGL4142 | English | 4 | 20 | Spring UK |
- Code
- ENGL4142
- School
- English
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module explores methods for teaching second language (L2) speaking and listening, as rooted in instructed EFL and ESL classroom environments. Participants will consider various aspects related to teaching L2 speaking and listening, including spoken grammar, fluency, pronunciation, strategies and input. Module content will draw on relevant bodies of research which inform approaches to teaching, and will relate this to a practical critique of L2 textbooks, materials and activities. Throughout the module students will have the opportunity to analyse, plan, prepare and present L2 speaking and listening activities.
Target Students
Only available to on-site postgraduate students in the School of English.
Classes
- One 2-hour workshop each week for 11 weeks
Assessment
- 75% Coursework 1: One 3,500 word assignment
- 25% Presentation 1: Presentation (listening or speaking teaching activity), of 15 minutes duration
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
Throughout this module you will critically examine issues related to teaching second language (L2) speaking and listening, drawing on principles derived from the broad body of SLA research.By the end of the module you will:• have a good understanding and be able to discuss key underlying issues related to teaching both L2 speaking and listening, and be aware of related assumptions, models and standards;• have reviewed key developments in teaching methodology related teaching L2 speaking and listening, and be able to discuss various approaches to materials and activity design;• be aware of key issues related to assessing L2 speaking and listening;• have developed your ability to critique published research articles, and in tandem your understanding and awareness of core research issues underpinning currently dominant pedagogical approaches.Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module, students will have gained knowledge and understanding of how to:
- use research and theory related to second language acquisition as the basis for planning speaking and listening lessons for learners of English as a second or foreign language
- use theoretical principles to identify and critically evaluate the selection and evaluation of appropriate activities for teaching L2 speaking and listening
- relate practical skills and ideas to the L2 speaking and listening classroom
- apply principled solutions to frequently encountered teaching and learning problems
Intellectual Skills:
- the ability to critically apply theoretical frameworks and put theory into practice
- the ability to identify the relevance of particular theoretical concepts, skills and methodologies that encourage greater intentional classroom learning
Professional Skills:
- the ability to complete assignments to a high standard
- the ability to engage in effective spoken and written communication, including giving presentations
Transferable Skills:
- the ability to present information and ideas in a coherent and engaging manner
- the ability to participate constructively in group work
- critical thinking
Conveners
- Dr Lorena Gadella Kamstra