Syllabus

English Language Learning and Teaching

Code
GEN35G
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Language, Literatures and Learning
Subject field
English (ENA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
English1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1N
Approved
Approved, 27 June 2023.
This syllabus is valid from 27 June 2023.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • demonstrate basic knowledge of theories on language teaching and learning
  • discuss and reflect on their own language learning
  • discuss and reflect, both orally and in writing, on the course content
  • demonstrate written language proficiency by applying basic English grammar and writing rules
  • analyse and demonstrate how teaching materials can be used to teach English from a language didactic perspective.

Course Content

The course includes the study of different theories on language learning which are discussed in the seminars. The course also looks at the development of awareness about what it means to learn a foreign language. The course also covers how the ability to use language can be developed as well as how favourable conditions for learning can be created. The course includes studies of how different types of teaching materials can be used in language teaching and learning.

Assessment

  • Active participation in seminars
  • Oral assignments
  • Written assignments

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is A–F.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • English Language Learning and Teaching - 7.5 Credits | A–F

Prerequisites

  • General entry requirements and English 6. No knowledge of Swedish is required

Other Information

This course overlaps previous course codes EN1021, EN1035 and EN1088.

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.