In this course we are going to have a close look at the language used in language classrooms, especially the language used by learners. The course primarily aims at training your analytic skills - making it easier for you to assess learners' language and to support them in their language development. Not only are we going to read and discuss relevant theoretical texts, but a strong focus will be on small-scale projects and hands-on experience: We are going to analyse authentic oral and written samples of learner language to put our theoretical knowledge into practice.
As this course strongly focuses on practical work, assessment will be based on various tasks that have to be completed throughout the semester as well as in-class participation. Further course and assessment details as well as information on required readings will be supplied in the first session. |
