NCHU Course Outline
Course Name (中) 英語教學概論(3015)
(Eng.) Introduction to English Language Teaching
Offering Dept Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
Course Type Elective Credits 2 Teacher SHIH,I-MING
Department Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures/Undergraduate Language 中/英文 Semester 2024-FALL
Course Description The course aims to provide a foundation for understanding the complexities of English Language Teaching. The course will focus on important aspects of current language teaching methodology, including the following topics: (1) the contexts of ELT; (2) principles of syllabus and lesson design; (3) classroom processes: roles of teachers and students, the dynamics of interaction within the classroom, methods of questioning, and the provision of feedback; (4) resources in ELT: materials design, adaptation and evaluation, and the use of information technology. By engaging in interactive lectures and participating in group and class discussions, students will gain insights into matters concerning both the theory and practice of English learning and teaching.
Prerequisites
self-directed learning in the course Y
Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives Competency Indicators Ratio(%) Teaching Methods Assessment Methods
By the end of the semester, it is expected that students will be able to:
1. comprehend how ELT programs and methodologies exhibit variations within diverse socio-political and institutional contexts;
2. understand the principles of lesson design;
3. evaluate the functions and characteristics of interaction within various teaching contexts by examining the roles of both teachers and learners;
4. evaluate teaching materials and resources for different purposes and contexts.
topic Discussion/Production
Discussion
Lecturing
Written Presentation
Attendance
Oral Presentation
Assignment
Internship
Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content
Week 1 (09/10) Introduction and Course Overview; English Language Teaching Today: An Introduction
Week 2 (09/17) 中秋節
Week 3 (09/24) Student-centered learning in ELT
Week 4 (10/01) Using local languages in English language classrooms
Week 5 (10/08) Current issues in the development of materials for learners of English as an International Language (EIL)
Week 6 (10/15) Applying language learning principles to coursebooks
Week 7 (10/22) Extensive reading and listening in the L2 classroom
Week 8 (10/29) Teaching L2 listening: In and outside the classroom
Week 9 (11/05) Teaching speaking
Week 10 (11/12) Teaching English for intercultural spoken communication
Week 11 (11/19) Teaching writing; submission of term paper topic
Week 12 (11/26) The syllabus (Ur); materials (Ur)
Week 13 (12/03) Lesson planning (Ur)
Week 14 (12/10) Individual conferences
Week 15 (12/17) Classroom interaction (Ur); giving feedback (Ur)
Week 16 (12/24) Oral presentations
Week 17 (12/31) Self-directed learning
Week 18 (01/07) Self-directed learning; Term paper due
Evaluation
1. Participation & Attendance: 10%
2. Term Paper: 50% (Paper 40% + Oral Presentation 10%)
3. Assignments: 40%
Textbook & other References
Renandya, W. A., & Widodo, H. P. (Eds.). (2016). English language teaching today: Linking theory and practice. Springer.
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
Ur, P. (1996). A course in language teaching: Practice and theory. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
Office Hours
By appointment (email address: iming@dragon.nchu.edu.tw)
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