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Second Language Learning and Teaching (LING20003)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Semester 2
Overview
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This subject considers how a second language is acquired, what factors explain why only some learners are successful in learning a second language, and how to best teach a second language. We begin by looking at a range of theories which present different perspectives on the process of second language acquisition. We then consider individual factors that may affect success in second language acquisition. These factors include age, aptitude, motivation and learning strategies. We examine approaches to second language instruction, focusing on the four macro skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students are encouraged to reflect upon their own language learning experiences and explain these experiences by reference to the topics covered in the subject.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should have:
- attained in-depth knowledge of several theoretical models of second language acquisition, individual variables that may impact on successful acquisition, and approaches to second language instruction;
- engaged with debates on research approaches to second language learning and teaching;
- broadened and apply second language research skills utilizing a variety of primary sources, and develop awareness of intellectual integrity and research ethics;
- deepened their understanding of social and cultural diversity;
- participated in individual and group-based problem-solving activities within and outside the classroom;
- made wide use of learning and research technologies (LMS, Library);
- further honed writing abilities.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should:
- have increased their skills in defining areas of inquiry and methods of research;
- have become open to new ideas and possibilities;
- have developed their attention to detail.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Additional details
- 800 word assignment due mid semester [20%]
- 1600 word assignment 1 due end of week 10 [40%]
- 1600 word assignment 2 due during the examination period [40%]
Hurdle Requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.
Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per working day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Neomy Storch Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 34 hours: 2 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 1 hour tutorial per week. There will be no tutorials in the first and last week of semester. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
It is recommended that students have experience of learning a second language prior to enrolling into this subject.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
How languages are learned. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Lightbown, P and Spada, N. (2013)
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation English Language - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation Technology in Language Learning - 200 Point Program Specialisation (formal) Technology in Language Learning Minor English Language Studies Informal specialisation Language Testing - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation TESOL - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation Technology in Language Learning - 200 Point Program Major Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Specialisation (formal) Language Testing Informal specialisation Graduate Diploma in Arts - Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Informal specialisation Language Testing - 200 Point Program Specialisation (formal) TESOL Informal specialisation TESOL - 200 Point Program Specialisation (formal) English Language Informal specialisation English Language - 200 Point Program Informal specialisation Graduate Certificate in Arts - Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Breadth Track Linguistics: English Language Studies - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
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- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 11 April 2024