Teaching systems and language skills language B/C - English 3200-M1-NSSJB/CA
The main aim of the course is to discuss the most important issues in the field of foreign language didactics (on the example of English.) To teach a language it is necessary to familiarise oneself with the theoretical assumptions leading to the process of proper teaching and the expectations of the target group During the course the students will prepare short presentations of selected aspects of teaching on language skills, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, aspects of culture, etc.
Type of course
obligatory courses
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Mode
Term 2023L: Self-reading Blended learning | General: Classroom | Term 2024L: Self-reading Blended learning |
Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
The student
1. has the knowledge about the essence of the theory of language and the relationship between theory and language data on the example of basic theories (structural, pragmatic or cognitive (K_W01);
2. has the knowledge about the methods of collecting, analysing, formulating and testing hypotheses and comparing linguistic data (K_W02);
3. has the knowledge of basic terminology used in glottodidactics (K_W03).
Skills:
The student
1. can prepare and present a presentation on a selected topic (K_U02);
2. can read and interpret texts themselves to write a short research project in English (under the supervision)(K_U03).
Social competence:
The student
1. works in a group to achieve common goals, showing initiative, flexibility, good organisation of work and time discipline (K_K02);
2. carries out self-reflection and draws conclusions on improving one’s skills, looking for optimal solutions (K_K01).
Assessment criteria
Work assessment methods:
- presence (20%)
- ongoing participation and preparation for classes - 30%
- final evaluation (presentations) - 50%
Assessment criteria:
60% -70% = 3
71% -76% = 3+
77% -83% = 4
84% -89% = 4+
90% -100% = 5
Bibliography
1/ Harmer J. 2008. The Practice of English Language Teaching – Longman Pearson
2/ Harmer J. 2012. How to teach English – Longman Pearson
3/ Gower R., D. Phillips & S. Walters Teaching Practice – A handbook for teachers in training – Macmillan
4/ Scrivener, J. 2010. Learning Teaching – Macmillan
5/ Dakowska, M. 2002. Teaching English as a Foreign Language – A Guide for Professionals – PWN
6/ Brown, H. D. 1998. Principles of Language Learning and Teaching – Longman Pearson
7/ Larsen-Freeman D. 1999. Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching – OUP
8/ Williams, M. & R. L. Burden 2004. Psychology for Language Teachers – CUP
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Term 2023L:
1/ Harmer J. 2008. The Practice of English Language Teaching – Longman Pearson |
Term 2024L:
1/ Harmer J. 2008. The Practice of English Language Teaching – Longman Pearson |
Notes
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Term 2023L:
If it is not possible to conduct classroom classes, classes will be held using distance communication tools, most likely Google Meet and others recommended by the University of Warsaw. |
Term 2024L:
If it is not possible to conduct classroom classes, classes will be held using distance communication tools, most likely Google Meet and others recommended by the University of Warsaw. |
Additional information
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