While this course emphasizes the practical concerns of TESOL methodology, we will explore the theoretical underpinnings of the approaches we incorporate into our personalized teaching styles. Current theory will be presented through a critical examination of several instructional approaches, with the purpose of developing the ability to make informed pedagogical choices. The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the many facets of second/foreign language instruction, and to create opportunities in class for you to gain practical experience by applying these theories to classroom situations.

Assignments include discussion leadership of assigned readings, professional journal/website presentation, peer teaching, lesson planning and materials development, textbook review and a final project.