Bases for English Language Instruction
Examines current theory, research, best practice, curricula and materials focused on the teaching of English language to native and non-native English learners. Topics include morphology, syntax, semantics, vocabulary, pragmatics, argument, discourse structure, dialects, edited academic English, English language proficiency (listening, speaking, reading, writing) assessment, and instructional planning. English Language Learner (TESOL and SIOP) and special needs (inclusion) pupil issues considered.
Topics
- morphology
- syntax
- semantics
- vocabulary
- pragmatics
- argument
- discourse structure
- dialects
- edited academic English
- English language proficiency (listening
- speaking
- reading
- writing) assessment
- and instructional planning
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Restriction: Must be in Secondary Educ: English Language Arts program; and minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75; and permission of EDUC-Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership department. Credit Only Granted for: EDCI417 or TLPL452 . Formerly: EDCI417.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
- Catalogue entry ↗
Catalogue variants
- Bases for English Language Instruction · 3 Credits