Focuses on linguistics, the scientific study of language. We will explore the properties of language and the linguistic challenges faced by English language learners. The course will expand on the subfields within linguistics: phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, and semantics and pragmatics. Concepts relevant to teaching English will be taught: pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Language variation and written discourse will also be addressed as well as how to apply this knowledge to the English language classroom. Linguistic principles and features of both English and other languages will be examined to promote familiarity with the language experiences of English language learners. A native speaker of a world language will act as a “grammar text” as we decipher an unknown grammar in a field methods format. This course is required for those in the TECP: ESOL certification program.
Prerequisites
- Use the major theories and research related to the structure and acquisition of language to provide ELs the skills to become proficient in language and literacy to achieve in the content areas.
- Demonstrate the metalinguistic knowledge of language as a system, including phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, sociolinguistics, and pragmatics for ELs to develop oral, aural, reading, and writing skills in English.
- Demonstrate the knowledge of the historical development of the English language.
- Relate knowledge of English to languages spoken by students in their communities.
- Demonstrate ability to build on similarities between English and the student’s home language and to anticipate any difficulties that learners may have with English.
