EGEL 5013 - Theory and Practice in Second Language Acquisition (3)

This is an introductory course in second language acquisition which will expose students to terminology and concepts specific to the field of language acquisition. Students in this course will explore the human capacity for language and will discuss and encounter myths specific to language acquisition. Likewise, students will trace the development of the field by examining the ideas of theorists such as Chomsky, Krashen, Camale and Swain, Piaget, Vygotzky and others. Key concepts presented include inter-language development, transfer, comprehensible input, learner variables, language immersion vs. classroom instruction, and the role culture and society play in language acquisition. Ed.S. sections have additional objectives.