Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition
Learn about the theories and principles based on second or foreign language acquisition with the various kinds of teaching strategies.
Online
2 WeeksQuick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ online certification course is offered for the students to gain knowledge on the different pedagogical applications for teaching, speaking, listening, and pronunciation. This education course is provided by the Coursera online education platform and the course contents and curriculum are developed by Arizona State University. This free online program can be completed in 2 weeks.
The students of this certification course will be guided by the top instructors of Coursera such as Dr. Shane Dixon, a Senior International Educator at Arizona State University Global Launch, Jessica Cinco, International Educator at Global Launch, and Dr. Justin Shewell, Senior International Educator, at Arizona State University.
The ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ online training program ensures a course certificate for the participants at the end of the program after completion of the course of study and graded assignments.
The Highlights
- Online mode
- 2 weeks course
- Instructors from Arizona State University
- Self-Paced learning
- Subtitles
- Adjustable deadlines
- Shareable certificate
Programme Offerings
- course videos
- Modules
- Readings
- Practice Exercises
- financial aid
- Independent Study
- Certificate.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Coursera |
Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition fee structure
Fees components | Amount |
One month | ₹ 1,699 |
Three months | ₹ 3,499 |
Six months | ₹ 5,199 |
Eligibility Criteria
Certificate qualifying details
The students of the ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ certification by Coursera will qualify for the shareable certificate issued at the end of the program by the Arizona State University after finishing the course of study, graded assignments, and tests.
What you will learn
The ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ certification syllabus enables students to get familiar with the teaching and learning concepts, language acquisition theories, and the following concepts,
- Determine the personal teaching philosophy.
- Knowledge of grammar-translation and audio-lingual teaching perspectives.
- Optimal methodologies for teaching, listening, speaking, and pronunciation.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of second language acquisition.
Who it is for
The ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ online certification course is organized for the students, teachers, and other individuals who wish to build their competence with second language acquisition concepts.
Admission Details
The ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ online course admission is done by registering online through the Coursera website,
Step 1: Go to the course page using the link,
https://www.coursera.org/learn/language-theories
Step 2: Click on the ‘Enroll for Free’ link.
Step 3: Fill in the details for registration.
Step 4: Pay the course fee and join the course.
Application Details
The candidates applying for the ‘Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition’ online classes should enter their name, email address, and password for the course account or can sign in to the course using their valid Google, Facebook, or Apple IDs.
The Syllabus
Videos
- Welcome Video
- Video 1: Purpose, Content, and Technique
- Video 2: The Time Machine: Visiting 8 Teachers throughout History
- Video 3: The Angel and Devil Debates
- Video 4: The Pendular Swing of ESL History
- Video 5: Summary
Readings
- Welcome Guide to the Teach English Now! MOOC
- Blank Graphic Organizer (Historical Approaches)
- Critical Thinking: A Skill for BOTH Teachers and Students
Quizzes
- Welcome Guide
- Checkpoint 1
- Checkpoint 2
- Module 1 Review Quiz
Videos
- Video 1: Back in Time: Grammar Translation
- Video 2: Angel and Devil Debate: Grammar Translation
- Video 3: What have we learned?: Grammar Translation
- Video 4: Back in Time: Direct Approach
- Video 5: Angel and Devil Debate: Direct Approach
- Video 6: What have we learned?: Direct Approach
- Video 7: Summary
Reading
- The Berlitz Method
Quizzes
- Checkpoint 1
- Checkpoint 2
- Module 2 Review Quiz
Peer Review
- Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Videos
- Video 1: Back in Time: The Reading Approach
- Video 2: Angel and Devil Debate: Reading Approach
- Video 3: What have we learned?: Reading Approach
- Video 4: Back in Time: The Audio-lingual Method
- Video 5: Angel and Devil Debate: The Audio-lingual Approach
- Video 6: What Have We Learned?: The Audio-lingual Approach
- Video 7: Summary
Reading
- The Navajo Code Talkers
Quizzes
- Checkpoint 1
- Checkpoint 2
- Module 3 Review Quiz
Peer Review
- Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Videos
- Video 1: Back in Time: The Cognitive Approach
- Video 2: Angel and Devil Debate: The Cognitive Approach
- Video 3: What Have We Learned?: The Cognitive Approach
- Video 4: Back in Time: The Affective-Humanistic Approach
- Video 5: Angel and Devil Debate: The Affective-Humanistic Approach
- Video 6: What Have We Learned?: The Affective-Humanistic Approach
- Video 7: Summary
Reading
- Role-Playing in the Classroom
Quizzes
- Checkpoint 1
- Checkpoint 2
- Module 4 Review Quiz
Peer Review
- Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Videos
- Video 1: Back in Time: The Comprehension Approach
- Video 2: Angel and Devil Debate: The Comprehension Approach
- Video 3: What Have We Learned?: The Comprehension Approach
- Video 4: Back in Time: The Communicative Approach
- Video 5: Angel and Devil Debate: The Communicative Approach
- Video 6: What have we learned?: The Communicative Approach
- Video 7: Summary
Readings
- Bringing the Communicative Approach to a Predominantly Grammar Translation System
- The Language Learning Ecosystem
Quizzes
- Checkpoint 1
- Checkpoint 2
- Module 5 Review Quiz
Peer Review
- Critical Evaluation of the 2 Approaches
Video
- Course Summary Video
Reading
- Historical Overview of Language Teaching Approaches (Completed)
Quiz
- Final Assessment
Instructors
ASU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The course is provided by Coursera and Arizona State University.
The course doesn’t have any prerequisites.
The course is designed to be completed in 2 weeks.
The certificate is given by Arizona State University.