SFE20812 English: Language Acquisition (Autumn 2012)
Facts about the course
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible faculty:
- Avdeling for økonomi, språk og samfunnsfag
- Course Leader:
- Maria Filiouchkina Krave
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is affiliated to the following study programme
Teaching semester
English extension course: Autumn 2012
Part of Bachelor of Arts in society, language, and culture 3d or 5th semester (autumn)
Content
This course provides an introduction to language acquisition research and includes: (i) theories of first and second language acquisition and (ii) analysis of learner data, with special emphasis on the data produced by learners of English.
We will discuss different theoretical frameworks and methods used for the analysis of learner data. The seminars will offer students practice in applying methods and interpreting results of their own analysis of the English learner data.
The student's learning outcomes on passing the course
KNOWLEDGE:
- Students have an understanding of the theoretical and methodological aspects of language acquisition studies
- Students hve developped an understanding of the role various factors play in the process of acquiring a second language
- Through analysis of grammatical phenomena in the English learner data, they have improved their knowledge of the English grammar
SKILLS:
Students have:
- practical skills in analysing linguistic data
- generic research skills and skills in writing formal reports which combine data analysis with argumentation
GENERAL COMPETENCE:
The course has helped students
- to improve their analytical skills,
- to develop critical approach to research
- to improve communicative skills, both oral and written
Teaching and learning methods
In addition, students are expected to complete all practical exercises from the seminars and to read the obligatory texts.
Coursework requirements - conditions for taking the exam
Exam
The paper should address the topic based on linguistic data, syllabus and any other relevant literature. It should reflect the knowledge of the curriculum and the ability to analyze linguistic data. The final paper should not exceed 10 pages (Times New Roman, 12 pt, double space). A bibliography of sources referred to in the text should be presented at the end of the paper (and comes in addition to the 10 pages of the main text).
Grade scale A-F.