GSL 542 - Theory and Method in Language Teaching

This course addresses the most current theories of first and second language acquisition across different age and developmental levels as well as across diverse cultural groupings. Content covers: effects of age, attitude, human learning styles, personality, socio-cultural factors, affective factors, and first language on learning a second language, needs of the learner, the role of the teacher and the application of methodology in developing communicative competence in a second language.

Credits: 4 cr.