Catalog 73 - National University

National University Language InstituteTSL 1900X: Theories and Methods of Language Teaching and AcquisitionDesigned from a historical perspective, to cover the most prominent theories ofsecond language pedagogy. These will serve as a springboard for discussionand reflection about the process of teaching, before moving on to moreconcrete issues such as learning styles, cultural influences, and personalityfactors. This course will introduce concepts that participants can modify andapply in subsequent courses in the series, thus helping to create a personalizedteaching style.TSL 1910X: Structure of English and Grammar Teaching TechniquesDesigned to help acquire the necessary foundation and sense of grammar togive practical and immediate applicable techniques that can be used to teachgrammar to students. Topics include:• Discussion of common problem areas for students• English specific to academic writing• Games and activities to make grammar accessible to students• TOEFL-related grammar issuesTSL 1920X: Teaching Reading and WritingIntroduces the topics typically covered in ESL reading/writing courses andalso provides techniques for teaching these topics. Covers strategies for testingreading and writing, TOEFL-specific reading and writing issues; and practicaland lively games designed to reinforce important topics.Language InstituteTSL 1930X: Teaching Listening and SpeakingIntroduces topics typically covered in ESL listening/speaking courses, as wellas the techniques for teaching these topics. For listening, topics includenote-taking, and use of videos and songs. For speaking, topics of discussionrange from dialog-based production at the lowest levels to speech preparationand delivery at the highest. Strategy discussion for testing, listening, speaking,TOEFL-specific listening comprehension issues, and practical and lively gamesdesigned to reinforce important topics.TSL 1940X: Practical Issues in Second Language PedagogyDesigned to cover topics such as lesson planning, teaching materials,classroom interaction and management; all essential to efficient teaching. Othertopics include the teaching of vocabulary, pronunciation and other subjectssometimes deemed “elective” classes. Upon completion, participants will haveacquired the tools necessary to teach in the ESL classroom.TSL 1950X: TESOL PracticumA 40-hour observation and teaching program is the final step in attaining aProfessional Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language. Thispracticum allows students to display their newly acquired knowledge andskills by working side-by-side with an experienced ESL teacher in a classroomenvironment. Students wishing to take the TESOL Practicum must speak withthe program coordinator to receive the necessary details, such as evaluationprocedures, forms, placement and requirements needed to successfullycomplete the practicum. This course is required for a Professional Certificate inTeaching English as a Second Language.TFL 1900X: Workshop 1: Reading, Structure and WritingDesigned to help recognize language that is appropriate for standard writtenEnglish, improve ability to read and understand short passages similar in topicand style to those found in North American universities and colleges.TFL 1910X: Workshop 2: Listening and SpeakingDesigned to help understand both short and long conversations in English,improve pronunciation and intonation for clear and easy to understandcommunication.351