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TESO 1247: Teaching Grammar and Vocabulary in EAL Contexts 1
Effective date
January 2021
Department
TESOL
School
Library, Language, and Teaching and Learning
Description
Grammar and vocabulary are the essential building blocks of language. Students learn basic theory and methodology to teach English grammar and vocabulary to adult language learners. Students develop skills to present grammar/vocabulary and organize lesson plans to engage learners in meaningful practice. Students engage in small learning and teaching activities in addition to direct study of grammar development and vocabulary acquisition.
Credits
1.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify main elements of English language grammar and lexical aspects.
- Analyse grammatical structures for meaning, use and form.
- Describe how grammar and vocabulary are approached in different learning contexts.
- Describe how social context influences language use.
- Critique grammar and vocabulary activities.
- Design and deliver language lesson plans focused on grammar or vocabulary.
- Choose learning strategies (classroom and e-learning tools) to support the iterative nature of grammar and vocabulary learning.
- Identify and select appropriate error correction and feedback techniques.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
1. Actual curriculum products / artifacts created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to course assignments; and
2. A successful interview with the TESOL Coordinator or delegate; and
3. A critical written reflection that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.
2. A successful interview with the TESOL Coordinator or delegate; and
3. A critical written reflection that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 20
Total Hours: 20
Total Hours: 20
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies may include in-class workshops, active learning instructional strategies, experiential learning activities,discussions, group work, online activities, and self directed learning.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C (60%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Parts of speech, verb tenses, word forms |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Grammar & vocabulary skill development |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Lesson plans |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Micro-teaching & reflection |
Course topics
- English grammar and terminology
- Discussion of form, meaning, use
- Grammar teaching methods
- Lesson planning for grammar points
- Concept check questions
- Controlled and free practice for grammar
- Error correction for grammar and vocabulary in oral practice
- Critiquing grammar practice activities
- Overview of vocabulary learning (BICS and CALPS)
- General Word List, Academic Word List
- Methods and techniques for teaching vocabulary
- Vocabulary practice activities
- Tools and resources (including technology) to develop grammar and vocabulary skills
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.