EU0286: Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
| School | null |
| Department Code | null |
| Module Code | EU0286 |
| External Subject Code | R410 |
| Number of Credits | 20 |
| Level | L5 |
| Language of Delivery | English |
| Module Leader | Dr Carlos Sanz Mingo |
| Semester | Double Semester |
| Academic Year | 2013/4 |
Outline Description of Module
This module focuses on the preparation for students who would like to teach Spanish as a second language and provides them with the theoretical tools which deal with different approaches to second language acquisition and teaching
On completion of the module a student should be able to
At the end of this module, you should be able to:
- demonstrate the competence on teaching and delivering language lessons, focussing on the oral aspect
- be familiar with different theories of second language acquisition and apply them in class.
- show an ability to programme a syllabus
- show an ability to prepare exercises, mainly to be exploited and used orally, for the benefit of the students
How the module will be delivered
The lectures will be focussed on the theoretical aspect of second language acquisition and teaching. The students then will have to apply them in small seminar groups with the students.
Skills that will be practised and developed
- Lectures will develop the student’s capacity to absorb information, including through note-taking.
- Seminars will develop the capacity to deploy this information and apply it to teaching
- Seminars and coursework will enable students to develop their vocabulary, improve their written communication and organise a portfolio
- Through coursework and examination students will demonstrate their knowledge of second language teaching and acquisition
- Other academic and key skills developed include research and organisational skills, communication and basic word-processing skills, intercultural awareness as well as interpersonal skills.
How the module will be assessed
|
Coursework |
60 |
A 4000 word portfolio to be submitted |
|
Class preparation and teaching |
40 |
Preparation and delivery of teaching materials |
Assessment Breakdown
| Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 60 | Teaching Spanish As A Second Language | N/A |
| Practical-Based Assessment | 40 | Teaching Spanish As A Second Language | N/A |
Syllabus content
Unit 1: Conceptos preliminares
Unit 2: Programación de clases: teoría y práctica.
Unit 3: Materiales y otros recursos.
Unit 4: Autoevaluación del proceso de enseñanza.
Unit 5: Teorías sobre la enseñanza de una segunda lengua.
Unit 6: La adquisición de una segunda lengua.
Essential Reading and Resource List
Bibliography
Arthur, L. & S. Hurd. 2001. Supporting Lifelong Language Learning. Milton Keynes: Open University.
Bardovi-Harlig, K. & B. Hartford (eds.). 1997. Beyond Methods: Components of Second Language Teacher Education. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Bello, P. & alii. 1990. Didáctica de las segundas lenguas. Estrategias y recursos básicos. Madrid: Santillana.
Cantero, F.J. & J. de Arriba. 1997. Psicolingüística del discurso. Barcelona: Octaedro.
Cantero, F.J. & alii. 1997. Didáctica de la lengua y la literatura para una sociedad plurilingüe. Barcelona: PPU.
Larsen-Freeman, D. 2000. Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching. Oxford: O.U.P.
Nunan, D. 1985.Syllabus Design. Oxford: O.U.P.
Pattison, P. 1987. Developing Communication Skills. Cambridge: C.U.P.
Richards, J.C. & T.S. Rodgers. 2001. Approaches and Metdhods in Language Teaching. Cambridge: C.U.P.
VV.AA. 2006. Plan curricular del Instituto Cervantes. Niveles de referencia para el español. Madrid: Biblioteca Nueva