ENGL 198 - Teaching English as a Second Language through Literature and Film

Institution:

University of Richmond

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Description:

Introduction to methods of teaching ESL. Emphasis on using literature and film as texts to enhance the ESL learning experience. Hands-on application of ESL theories. Includes experience with lesson planning, materials development, and instructional technology. Unit(s): 1 Additional Information: This course provides students with a background in methods of teaching ESL by using literature and film. The use of short stories and novels in the ESL classroom creates the opportunity to teach idiomatic use of the English language. Literary texts also enable ESL learners to study and analyze complex sentence structures and provide an excellent source for cultural information. The course also involves hands-on application of ESL theories and includes experience with ESL lesson planning, material development, and instructional technology. Students gain theoretical knowledge through articles and research. This knowledge is put to practice during tutoring practica and class presentations. Students prepare, present, and revise lesson plans based on the information they receive throughout the course. Students are also involved in active research in which they choose a topic related to their teaching.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.richmond.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 289-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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