In this course learners are introduced to second or foreign language theories and practices for teaching and assessing listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Learners will also be introduced to basic studies in second language acquisition and their pedagogical implications. Teachers will be invited to recognize the importance of grounding their own teaching philosophy through an examination of purpose, content, and technique.
Video 4: Back in Time: The Communicative Approach
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Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition
Arizona State University
Course 2 of 4 in the Specialization TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!
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A Study in Similarities: The Comprehension and Communicative Approach
Learners go back in time to visit the 1980s twice to speak with teachers from the Comprehension and the Communicative approaches. In our “Angel and Devil Debate” videos, learners will examine each approach from different points of view and decide for themselves which they agree with, if any. Finally, learners will be introduced to a variety of teaching methods that are derived from the Comprehension and the Communicative approaches.
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Dr. Shane DixonSenior International Educator
Arizona State University Global Launch
Dr. Justin ShewellSenior International Educator
Arizona State University
Jessica CincoInternational Educator
Global Launch
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