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This module explores fundamental issues in second and foreign language learning and teaching. It is designed to enable language teachers to inform their practice through an enhanced understanding of language knowledge and processing, of pedagogical grammar and of language teaching methodologies. Students learn to describe and analyse the language systems (i.e. grammar, lexis, phonology, discourse) for pedagogic purposes, examining concepts such as the noun phrase and the verb phrase, discourse, lexis and lexico-grammar, and explore elements of phonology using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). Students additionally enhance their understanding of processes involved in comprehending and producing language. The module also addresses common language teaching methodologies, with reference to form focused instruction, communicative language teaching and task-based instruction, and considers various approaches to teaching productive and receptive skills. Throughout the module there will be a focus on the notion of appropriate methodology for different educational settings.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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