Early Language Learning
What you'll learn
Learn about the basic characteristics of the process of an early foreign language learning
To find out about the appropriate way of planning the given process and the method
Master the basic current standards in the early English learning process, their aims, methods and techniques of application;
Understand the relationship between curricula, methods, and teaching materials, student learning predispositions and preferences that are used in the classroom
In order to reach the required aims, to understand and select appropriate teaching materials and equipment and teaching and leading styles
Requirements
to be familiar with basic pedagogical, andragogical or educational concepts
Description
Course ObjectivesThis course provides an overview of the basic methods, objectives and criteria of the early English language learning process. Current pedagogical achievements in regards to application of appropriate didactic tools suitable for children's ages are also investigated within the course. Besides, this course provides a theoretical framework for making optimal curricula in the process of early foreign language learning, as well as guidelines for practice. Special attention is paid to the importance of education and training of teaching staff in the field of child psychology and pedagogy.Learning Outcomes After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: Learn about the basic characteristics of the process of an early foreign language learning, find out about the appropriate way of planning the given process and the methods and techniques that will be applied and their implementation; Master the basic current standards in the early English learning process, their aims, methods and techniques of application; Understand the relationship between curricula, methods, and teaching materials, student learning predispositions and preferences that are used in the classroom in order to reach the required aims in the early English language learning process, as well as select appropriate textbooks, teaching materials and equipment and teaching and leading styles
Overview
Section 1: Introduction
Lecture 1 Introduction and Key Terms in Research on Early Foreign Language Learning
Section 2: Key Theories on the Influence of Age on Early Foreign Language Learning
Lecture 2 Jean Piaget's theory
Lecture 3 Lev Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory
Lecture 4 Theory of Jerome Bruner
Section 3: Early Foreign Language Learning
Lecture 5 Sensitive Period
Lecture 6 Critical Period
Lecture 7 Less is More
Lecture 8 Monolingual, Bilingual or Polyglots?
Lecture 9 Plasticity of the Brain and Language
Section 4: Foreign Language Learning in School
Lecture 10 Predispositions and Preferences on Foreign Language in School
Lecture 11 Development of Second Language
Section 5: Effects of the Age of Onset on Foreign Language Learning in School
Lecture 12 Effects of the Age of Onset on Foreign Language Learning in School
Lecture 13 Overall Proficiency and Age
Lecture 14 Factors Related to Curriculum and Instruction
Section 6: Quiz
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