LING M141
Current Methods of Language Teaching
Description: (Same as English Composition M141.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, one hour. Enforced requisite: course 20. Survey of theory and practice in teaching second languages, including (1) past and present methods used to teach second languages, (2) current theory and practice underlying skills-based instruction and integrated approaches, and (3) factors that affect second language acquisition and learning. Development of knowledge base in and rational base for design, development, implementation, and evaluation of second language instruction programs. P/NP or letter grading.
Units: 5.0
Units: 5.0
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Winter 2022 - Unless you're planning on becoming an English teacher, I wouldn't recommend taking this class. It wasn't bad per se, I just don't think it was the best use of my time as someone with a more general interest in language learning. You kind of need to read the textbook in order to participate in class and complete the assignments. That being said, the reading was probably the worst part of the entire class. You have to read two chapters every other day and they aren't very interesting. The assignments themselves are fairly easy, as they're mostly based on self-reflection. In sum, pretty low stress but not super interesting (IMO).
Winter 2022 - Unless you're planning on becoming an English teacher, I wouldn't recommend taking this class. It wasn't bad per se, I just don't think it was the best use of my time as someone with a more general interest in language learning. You kind of need to read the textbook in order to participate in class and complete the assignments. That being said, the reading was probably the worst part of the entire class. You have to read two chapters every other day and they aren't very interesting. The assignments themselves are fairly easy, as they're mostly based on self-reflection. In sum, pretty low stress but not super interesting (IMO).
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Spring 2019 - Overall a good course. She is willing to work with you on assignments and getting a good grade is very easy and fair because her rubrics are very clear. Attendance and weekly readings are required so be prepared to stay consistent with attendance and weekly reading reading responses. You should expect to teach English (through tutoring) so that is pretty fun and you learn how to improve your own teaching style. Here is the course breakdown: Reading responses: 20% Group/Class Participation (Attendance): 20% Demonstration Lesson (Group Project): 20% Tutoring Journal: 20% Professional Development Artifact: 20%
Spring 2019 - Overall a good course. She is willing to work with you on assignments and getting a good grade is very easy and fair because her rubrics are very clear. Attendance and weekly readings are required so be prepared to stay consistent with attendance and weekly reading reading responses. You should expect to teach English (through tutoring) so that is pretty fun and you learn how to improve your own teaching style. Here is the course breakdown: Reading responses: 20% Group/Class Participation (Attendance): 20% Demonstration Lesson (Group Project): 20% Tutoring Journal: 20% Professional Development Artifact: 20%
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