TSOL 532 - Second Language Teaching Methodologies

3 credit hours

An introduction to methods of teaching second/foreign language that can be used to design lessons appropriate for student ages, proficiency levels, and backgrounds. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of methods for TESOL/foreign language along with a critical examination of the underlying principles of these various methodologies. Attention will focus on how various approaches and techniques can be realized in practice, in a range of contexts or educational settings, and for a variety of different learners. Prerequisites: TSOL 531 and TSOL 534