English is learned in the same order even if learners have different 1st languages. It was determined by the research that there is no difference between children and adults. Also, instruction doesn't change the natural grammer sequence.
Narumi, Shizuka
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Comprehensible Input
Language acquisition takes place through comprehension which is far more important than 'instruction'. In fact student will understand the message is one step up of their level, they will learn the language naturally. Maiko Mari
Comprehensible Output
To learn English, there is program called "Immersion Program". According to the study of Swain in 1985, only listening and reading is developedin Immersion program, so it is not helpful to learn language. To learn language, we need to receive the instruction and also use their language.
Atsuko & Shiho
Atsuko & Shiho
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Thesis Examples
Survey & Interview
What are the qualities & experiences of speakers who scored 500+ on TOEFL?
What was the most necessary language needed for NZ study abroad students?
Why do students give up on learning language?
Analysis
Analyze textbooks to see if it using current methodologies.
Analyze a conversation to determine how polite students are when making requests.
Analyze students’ writing to determine which it the most frequent error.
Research
Compare the reading scores before and after using a certain teaching method.
Compare TOEFL test scores of men and women.
Compare how many people are commenting on students’ blogs versus their email.
What are the qualities & experiences of speakers who scored 500+ on TOEFL?
What was the most necessary language needed for NZ study abroad students?
Why do students give up on learning language?
Analysis
Analyze textbooks to see if it using current methodologies.
Analyze a conversation to determine how polite students are when making requests.
Analyze students’ writing to determine which it the most frequent error.
Research
Compare the reading scores before and after using a certain teaching method.
Compare TOEFL test scores of men and women.
Compare how many people are commenting on students’ blogs versus their email.
TESOL Issues to be Covered This Semester
TESOL Issues to be Covered This Semester
(You are responsible for learning them. You may choose one topic for your thesis.)
Language acquisition
*Language: communicative competence
-language competence, strategic competence, psychomotor skills
*Theories of language acquisition
-the silent period, critical period hypothesis, teachability hypothesis,
comprehensible input, fossilization…
-the most successful learners and teaching/learning methods
-grammar translation, audio-lingual, communicative language learning
Grammar
-review of natural order and error analysis
-form, meaning, use
Vocabulary
-corpus research
-How many & which words do we need learn?
Speaking
-pronunciation, conversation (functions, situations, topics, etc.), discussion,
presentation
-accuracy v. fluency
-discourse analysis
Listening
-schema, background knowledge
-I+1
-rate of speech
-listening skills (non-verbal, guessing, intination)
Reading
-schema, background knowledge
-I+1, dictionary use
-critical reading, reading for pleasure, skimming, scanning
Writing
-Writing types
-phonics v. ….
Special topics (spring 07 or 08)
-English for kids
-World Englishes
-CALL
-Culture & language
(You are responsible for learning them. You may choose one topic for your thesis.)
Language acquisition
*Language: communicative competence
-language competence, strategic competence, psychomotor skills
*Theories of language acquisition
-the silent period, critical period hypothesis, teachability hypothesis,
comprehensible input, fossilization…
-the most successful learners and teaching/learning methods
-grammar translation, audio-lingual, communicative language learning
Grammar
-review of natural order and error analysis
-form, meaning, use
Vocabulary
-corpus research
-How many & which words do we need learn?
Speaking
-pronunciation, conversation (functions, situations, topics, etc.), discussion,
presentation
-accuracy v. fluency
-discourse analysis
Listening
-schema, background knowledge
-I+1
-rate of speech
-listening skills (non-verbal, guessing, intination)
Reading
-schema, background knowledge
-I+1, dictionary use
-critical reading, reading for pleasure, skimming, scanning
Writing
-Writing types
-phonics v. ….
Special topics (spring 07 or 08)
-English for kids
-World Englishes
-CALL
-Culture & language
Syllabus
Objective：
This seminar will introduce students to theories and research into learning languages. The main objective is to help students understand the most effective methods for acquiring languages.
Seminar Two Year Plan:
Each semester students will take steps towards developing and writing their 30-page senior thesis on a topic/research project of their choice.
Semester / Content Focus / Thesis Progression
Spring 2007
Introduction to TESOL Issues
Choose topic & write introduction (3 pgs.)
Fall 2007
TESOL Research Articles
Write summary of articles related to your topic (5 pgs.) & outline a plan for your research project (5 pgs.)
Spring 2008
Review of TESOL Issues
---Do research---
Fall 2008
Thesis Check
Write about the results (10 pgs.), discuss them (5 pgs.), and write a conclusion (2 pgs.)
Spring 2007 Overview：
We will cover theories, recent research, and methods of learning and teaching English in the following areas: second language acquisition, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Most units have the following: 1. pre-reading discussion 2. TESOL article (out of class) 3. mini-lectures 4. group activities.
There will be a final exam this semester only.
Grading:
Projects/Assignments, Final Test, Participation: 33% each
Materials:
To be provided. You may be responsible for copying materials, and you must keep all handouts and bring them to class each time.
This seminar will introduce students to theories and research into learning languages. The main objective is to help students understand the most effective methods for acquiring languages.
Seminar Two Year Plan:
Each semester students will take steps towards developing and writing their 30-page senior thesis on a topic/research project of their choice.
Semester / Content Focus / Thesis Progression
Spring 2007
Introduction to TESOL Issues
Choose topic & write introduction (3 pgs.)
Fall 2007
TESOL Research Articles
Write summary of articles related to your topic (5 pgs.) & outline a plan for your research project (5 pgs.)
Spring 2008
Review of TESOL Issues
---Do research---
Fall 2008
Thesis Check
Write about the results (10 pgs.), discuss them (5 pgs.), and write a conclusion (2 pgs.)
Spring 2007 Overview：
We will cover theories, recent research, and methods of learning and teaching English in the following areas: second language acquisition, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Most units have the following: 1. pre-reading discussion 2. TESOL article (out of class) 3. mini-lectures 4. group activities.
There will be a final exam this semester only.
Grading:
Projects/Assignments, Final Test, Participation: 33% each
Materials:
To be provided. You may be responsible for copying materials, and you must keep all handouts and bring them to class each time.
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