About this course: In this course learners are introduced to second or foreign language theories and practices for teaching and assessing listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Learners will also be introduced to basic studies in second language acquisition and their pedagogical implications. Teachers will be invited to recognize the importance of grounding their own teaching philosophy through an examination of purpose, content, and technique.
Created by: Arizona State University
Taught by: Dr. Shane Dixon, Senior International Educator
Arizona State University Global Launch
Taught by: Dr. Justin Shewell, Senior International Educator
Arizona State University
Taught by: Jessica Cinco, International Educator
Global Launch
| Basic Info |
Course 2 of 4 in the
TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now! Specialization.
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| Commitment | 6 weeks of study, 1-2 hours/week |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
| User Ratings |
Syllabus
WEEK 1
The Swing of the Pendulum: A Brief Look at ESL History
In this course, learners are introduced to second or foreign language theories and practices for teaching and assessing English. Learners will also be introduced to basic studies in second language acquisition and their pedagogical implications. Teachers wil...
6 videos, 3 readings, 3 practice quizzes
Graded: Module 1 Review Quiz
WEEK 2
A Study in Contrasts: The Grammar Translation and Direct Approach
Learners go back in time to visit 1880 and 1910 to speak with teachers from the Grammar Translation and the Direct approaches. In our “Angel and Devil Debate” videos, learners will examine each approach from different points of view and decide for themselves w...
7 videos, 1 reading, 2 practice quizzes
Graded: Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Graded: Module 2 Review Quiz
WEEK 3
A Study in Contrasts: The Reading and Audiolingual Approach
Learners go back in time to visit 1930 and 1940 to speak with teachers from the Reading and the Audio-lingual approaches. In our “Angel and Devil Debate” videos, learners will examine each approach from different points of view and decide for themselves which ...
7 videos, 1 reading, 2 practice quizzes
Graded: Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Graded: Module 3 Review Quiz
WEEK 4
A Study in Contrasts: The Cognitive and Affective-Humanistic Approach
Learners go back in time to visit 1960 and 1970 to speak with experts from the Cognitive and the Affective-Humanistic approaches. In our “Angel and Devil Debate” videos, learners will examine each approach from different points of view and decide for themselve...
7 videos, 1 reading, 2 practice quizzes
Graded: Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Graded: Module 4 Review Quiz
WEEK 5
A Study in Similarities: The Comprehension and Communicative Approach
Learners go back in time to visit the 1980s twice to speak with teachers from the Comprehension and the Communicative approaches. In our “Angel and Devil Debate” videos, learners will examine each approach from different points of view and decide for themselve...
7 videos, 1 reading, 2 practice quizzes
Graded: Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Graded: Module 5 Review Quiz
WEEK 6
Assessment
Each of the eight approaches covered in Weeks 2 – 5 will be summarized in preparation for the final quiz. Learners will have the opportunity to look at their graphic organizer and fill in any missing pieces of information as they review the principles taught i...
1 video, 1 reading
Graded: Final Assessment
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Ratings and Reviews
It was really amazing and highly beneficial! For the first time I really understood these theories. Many many thanks to Dr. Dixon and Dr. Cinco!
Great course!
Very nice course! I've got a lot of knowledge and ideas how to improve my English-teaching classes!
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Excellent!