Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition
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This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Arizona State University TESOL Professional Certificate program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Define your own personal teaching philosophy based on purpose, content, and technique
Describe best practices for teaching listening, speaking, and pronunciation
Explain grammar translation and audio-lingual teaching approaches and their applications
Understand basic studies in second language acquisition and their pedagogical implications
Critically evaluate different teaching methodologies through historical perspectives
Apply principles from various language teaching approaches to classroom scenarios
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This course includes:
14 Hours PreRecorded video
17 assignments
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces learners to theories and practices of second language acquisition with a focus on teaching English. The curriculum takes students on a journey through the history of language teaching methodologies, examining eight major approaches from Grammar Translation to Communicative Language Teaching. Through engaging "time machine" scenarios and "angel and devil debates," students critically evaluate different methodologies and their effectiveness. The course emphasizes the importance of establishing a personal teaching philosophy by examining purpose, content, and technique. Practical applications for teaching listening, speaking, and pronunciation are explored throughout, providing a solid foundation for anyone interested in TESOL certification or improving their language teaching skills.
The Swing of the Pendulum: A Brief Look at ESL History
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
A Study in Contrasts: The Grammar Translation and Direct Approach
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
A Study in Contrasts: The Reading and Audiolingual Approach
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
A Study in Contrasts: The Cognitive and Affective-Humanistic Approach
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
A Study in Similarities: The Comprehension and Communicative Approach
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
Assessment
Module 6 · 51 Minutes to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now! Specialization, ASU TESOL Professional Certificate
Instructors
Senior International Educator
Dr. Dixon has developed teacher training and customized programs for groups from countries such as China, Korea, Japan, Iraq, Peru, and Mexico. He has also created language programs for major companies, including General Electric in Brazil, LG in Korea, and Toyota in Japan. Most recently, he served as the academic lead for a large-scale English teacher training initiative sponsored by the Mexican government, involving 500 participants. Currently, he is designing ASU's online TESOL certificate program on the Coursera platform. Additionally, Dr. Dixon has taught and managed an English program in Venezuela. He holds a doctorate in educational technology from Arizona State University and a master’s in English language planning and policy from Brigham Young University.
Senior International Educator
Dr. Justin Shewell holds a Ph.D. in Educational Technology from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in TESOL from Brigham Young University. With over 15 years of experience teaching English across various countries and states in the U.S., he has made significant contributions to the field. Dr. Shewell has published numerous articles and book chapters focused on leveraging technology to enhance English teaching and boost teacher effectiveness. His research interests encompass the effective integration of technology in diverse curricular contexts, the use of video to improve both teacher and student performance, teaching pronunciation and vocabulary, and developing effective online instructional methods.
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