Language Acquisition

Course aim

To explore theories of language acquisition in depth and apply this knowledge in relevant contexts.

Course content

Students will extend their understanding of language acquisition at an advanced level, focusing on theories of first language acquisition; first language insights into second language acquisition; theories of second language acquisition; interlanguage pragmatics; processes of second language acquisition; cognitive styles and strategy choices; individual differences/variables in second language acquisition; the relationship between language learning and literacy development; and instruction and second language acquisition.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
LANG 2022	Language and Identity

The above course or equivalent

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Seminar	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial (Online tasks)	1 hour x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Seminar	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial (Online tasks)	1 hour x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Case study, Portfolio, Seminar presentation

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.