This course is designed to present Primary-Junior, Intermediate-Senior and Technological Education teacher candidates with an introduction to a range of theories, which are connected to particular teaching methods and techniques for second language teaching and learning. Candidates will understand various theories, approaches and issues that characterize the classroom context of teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) or a Foreign Language (EFL, i.e. teaching English overseas). Candidates will become familiar with various theories and their relevance to second language instruction in all skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing.
This course is designed to present Primary-Junior, Intermediate-Senior and Technological Education teacher candidates with an introduction to a range of theories, which are connected to particular teaching methods and techniques for second language teaching and learning. Candidates will understand various theories, approaches and issues that characterize the classroom context of teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) or a Foreign Language (EFL, i.e. teaching English overseas). Candidates will become familiar with various theories and their relevance to second language instruction in all skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing.
