EDPY 585 - Teaching and Learning Grammar in Second Language Education

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Explores how grammar teaching can be contextualized according to the principles of communicative language teaching. Theories concerning the relationship between adult learners' implicit and explicit knowledge of grammar will be reviewed, and different approaches to grammar instruction will be explored. Priority given to TESL Diploma, MEd, and PhD students. Students from other programs require consent of the TESL program.

EDPY 597 - Special Seminars

1-6 units (fi VAR)(VAR, VARIABLE)

Content varies from year to year. Topics announced prior to registration period. The student's transcript carries title descriptive of content. May be repeated.

EDPY 417 - Grammar of English for Teachers of Adult ESL

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

The aim of this course is to develop students' explicit knowledge of English grammar, which provides the conceptual basis for grammar instruction. Emphasis will be placed on developing students' ability to provide explanations of the most important grammar rules for adult ESL and to design grammar focused activities. Prerequisite: LING 101 or equivalent.