Language Structure and Acquisition
Learn the fundamentals of linguistics for ESL teachers, including language universals, language structures and use, and the importance of context. Explore theories and concepts in first and second language acquisition. Analyze the factors that influence learning a second language, including student characteristics, learning styles, motivation, and previous language and academic experience. Consider the various ESL classrooms contexts and the role of instruction in fostering successful acquisition of a second language. Successful completion of Intercultural Competence and Communications as well as a second-language learning experience is recommended.
Recommended prerequisite: Intercultural Competence and Communication as well as second-language learning or teaching experience.
Prerequisite:
Recommended prerequisite: Intercultural Competence and Communication as well as second-language learning or teaching experience.
Instructor(s):
Cecelia Drissia, M.A., has taught English as a Second Language (ESL) for the last 35 years, including work in elementary schools, high schools, adult schools, community colleges and universities. She has taught ESL classes for the Peace Corps in North Africa, business and technical English classes in the Persian Gulf, intensive English institutes in California, Hawaii, and Tennessee and has served as a guest teacher in Thailand and Japan.
Currently, Drissia works at adult schools in Davis and Woodland, with her primary interest in family education.
When:
Feb. 19-20, 26-27 & March 5-6: Fri., 6-9 p.m. & Sat., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where:
Sutter Square Galleria, 2901 K St, Sacramento, CA
Directions:
Fee:
$565.00 ($595.00 if postmarked after 02/05/2010).
Special Discount fee:
10% discount for organizations enrolling three or more people at the same time in the same course. All registrations must be submitted at the same time and fees paid with one check, credit card or purchase order.
Credit:
3 quarter units academic credit, X314.51
Required textbooks:
Principles of Language Learning and Teaching by H. Douglas Brown ISBN 9780131991286. Buy this book from the UC Davis Bookstore.
Recommended textbooks:
Understanding Language Structure, Interaction, and Variation by Steven Brown and Salvatore Attardo. ISBN 9780472030385 and An Introduction to Applied Linguistics by Norbert Schmitt ISBN 9780340764190. Buy these books from the UC Davis Bookstore.
Section:
093TSL301
Enrollment policies:
Requests to withdraw with a refund (less $30 processing fee) or transfer to another course (with a $30 processing fee) must be received seven calendar days before the course begins.
