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ENG2153

First and Second Language Acquisition

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Course start Spring 2011
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Examination arrangement Home examination

About

About the course

Course content

The course provides an introduction to First and Second language (L1 & L2) acquisition with a special focus on how theoretical knowledge of these phenomena can be employed in improving the methods for L2 instruction and for practical purposes in education and language teaching otherwise.

Learning outcome

To achieve an awareness of the basic issues of L1 and L2 acquisition and to be able to practically employ this knowledge.

Learning methods and activities

Seminars, discussions and individual supervision. Assessment: Home exam approx. 2500 words/5-6 pages.

Compulsory assignments

  • Oral presentation, approx. 20 minutes

Required previous knowledge

None

Course materials

Curriculum/reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Subject areas

  • English
  • English Language
  • English Linguistics

Contact information

Course coordinator

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2010

Home examination
Weighting 100/100 Date Release 2010-12-03
Submission 2010-12-13 Duration 7 dager

Ordinary examination - Spring 2011

Home examination
Weighting 100/100 Date Release 2011-06-10
Submission 2011-06-18 Duration 7 dager

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