Syllabus in Applied Linguistics

King Abdulaziz University
Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Department of European Languages and Literature
Spring 2011
Applied Linguistics LANE 423 Course Syllabus Section DA
Instructor:
Haifa Alroqi
Classroom:
Bldg. 8 Rm. 806
Office:
Al-Jawhara Bldg.
Website:
http://halroqi.kau.edu.sa
Office Hours:
.S.T. 11:00 am -12:30 pm
E-mail:
lane423da@hotmail.com
Class Days & Time:
.S.T. 9:30 -10:50 am
Telephone:
+966 2 6952000 Ext. 63126
Rm. 213
Course Description:
This is a three hour credit course that familiarizes students with the various subdisciplines in the field
of Applied Linguistics including psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics. However, it concentrates
mainly on providing a comprehensive picture of the theoretical foundations of language learning
and teaching as well as information about classroom research and activities. Topics include
language learning and teaching, first language acquisition, age and acquisition, human learning,
styles and strategies, and personality factors.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Compare between the three schools of thought in SLA.
Discuss the three schools of thought in relation to First Language Acquisition.
Argue for/ against the CPH based on the neurological, sociobiological, phonological,
cognitive, affective, and linguistic differences between children and adults.
Explain the theories of learning.
Identify and distinguish between Robert Gagns Learning Types.
Compare between language teaching methodologies.
Argue for/against language teaching methodologies.
Discuss the effect of transfer, interference, and overgeneralization in the process of acquiring
a second language.
Discuss the implication of inductive and deductive approaches of reasoning for SLA.
Relate Aptitude and Intelligence to language learning.
Discuss different learning styles and relate them to SLA.
Discuss different learning strategies and communication strategies and relate them to SLA
Discuss personality factors for effective language learning.
Relate Myers-Briggs character types to second language learning.
Discuss motivation theories and identify the role of motivation in second language learning.
Course Outcomes:
Description of the knowledge to be acquired:
This course will enable students to:
Develop an awareness of the various sub-disciplines within the field of Applied Linguistics.
Gain a broadly-based understanding of first and second language acquisition.
Understand how people learn- or fail to learn- a second language.
Understand the theoretical foundations of language teaching & learning.
Differentiate between the various models, theories and research findings within the field of
SLA.
Know the current work in the field of Applied Linguistics.
Description of cognitive skills to be developed:

Develop critical thinking skills to analyse and synthesize the different theories within the field of
Applied Linguistics.
Compare/contrast the different models and theories within the field of Applied Linguistics.
Demonstrate the skills of independent critical thinking.
Develop self-awareness in learning about one's self and others through the different models
and theories presented during the course.
Description of the interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility to be developed:

Show self-reliance when working independently.
Cooperate in pair/ group activities and display teamwork skills.
Display a professional commitment to ethical practice on a daily basis.
Description of the communication skills and Information Technology skills to be developed:

Cooperate in pair/ group activities and display teamwork skills
Express opinion and share viewpoints
Provide examples to relate theory to application
Conduct an online research
Manage basic computer skills
Write a term paper on a linguistic topic
Course Content:
The following chapters are to be covered in LANE 423 course for Spring semester 2011:
Chapter 1: Language, Learning, and Teaching
Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition
Chapter 3: Age and Acquisition
Chapter 4: Human Learning
Chapter 5: Styles and Strategies
Chapter 6: Personality Factors
Required Textbook:
Brown, D. H. (2007). Principles of language learning and teaching (5th ed.). New York: Longman.
Supplementary Textbooks:
Cook, G. (2008). Applied linguistics. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Davies, A. & Elder, C. (2006). The handbook of applied linguistics. London: Blackwell.
Kaplan, R. (2005). The Oxford handbook of applied linguistics. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Lightbown, P. M., & Spada, N. (2006). How languages are learned (3rd ed.). Oxford: Oxford
University Press.
Mitchell, R. & Miles, F. (1998). Second language learning theories. London: Arnold.
Ellis, R. (1994). The study of second language acquisition. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Course Assessment:
Assessment #
Assessment Task
Week Due
Proportion of Final Assessment
Quiz I
20%
Group Term Paper
10
20%
Quiz II
12
20%
Final Exam
15
40%
Total
100%
Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to be punctual and attend all classes.
Being absent for more than 20% of allocated course time means that the student will receive a
DN (denied from final exam) grade which is equivalent to an F.
General Policies:
Course materials can be found at http://halroqi.kau.edu.sa
<
English < Spring 2011
<
Applied Linguistics.
Announcements will be posted online. To check the latest announcements, go to

http://halroqi.kau.edu.sa
<
English.
Students are expected to check the instructors website the day before every class.
There will be NO make-up exams.
Medical reports cannot be received in class. To present a medical report, please come to the
instructors office during office hours.
During classes and exams, mobile phones should be switched off or set to silent mode.
Students are expected to know and abide by University policies governing student conduct.
Students are expected to exhibit a high level of personal and academic integrity and honesty.
Spring 2011 Applied Linguistics LANE 423 Section DA - Course Timeline

(Tentative)
Week
Day
Date
Sun
13 Feb
Topic
Notes
Add-and-Drop Period
Tues
15 Feb
Sun
20 Feb
Tues
22 Feb
Sun
27 Feb
First Class Orientation + Syllabus Discussion
Tues
1 Mar
Chapter 1: Language, Learning, & Teaching
Sun
6 Mar
Tues
8 Mar
Sun
13 Mar
Tues
15 Mar
Sun
20 Mar
Tues
22 Mar
Sun
27 Mar
Tues
29 Mar
Chapter 3: Age & Acquisition
Wed
30 Mar
Quiz I
Sun
3 Apr
Tues
5 Apr
Add-and-Drop Period
Group Term Paper Guidelines and

Rubric Discussion
Midterm Break
Ch 1 + 2 (3-4 pm/ Bldg. & Rm. TBA)
Sun
17 Apr
Tues
19 Apr
Sat
23 Apr
Term Paper First Draft Deadline
Sun
24 Apr
Tues
26 Apr
Sun
1 May
Tues
3 May
Sun
8 May
Tues
10 May
Chapter 5: Styles & Strategies
Sat
14 May
Quiz II
Sun
15 May
Tues
17 May
Sun
22 May
Tues
24 May
Sun
29 May
Tues
31 May
Revision
To be sent to the instructors

Email address
Group Term Paper Deadline
10
11
12
13
14
Final Examinations
Ch 3 (3-4 pm/ Bldg. & Rm. TBA)

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King Abdulaziz University

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Applied Linguistics LANE 423 Course Syllabus Section DA

Bldg. 8 Rm. 806

.S.T. 11:00 am -12:30 pm

Class Days & Time:

.S.T. 9:30 -10:50 am

+966 2 6952000 Ext. 63126

Compare between the three schools of thought in SLA.

Discuss the three schools of thought in relation to First Language Acquisition.

Explain the theories of learning.

Identify and distinguish between Robert Gagns Learning Types.

Compare between language teaching methodologies.

Argue for/against language teaching methodologies.

Relate Aptitude and Intelligence to language learning.

Discuss different learning styles and relate them to SLA.

Discuss personality factors for effective language learning.

Relate Myers-Briggs character types to second language learning.

Gain a broadly-based understanding of first and second language acquisition.

Understand how people learn- or fail to learn- a second language.

Understand the theoretical foundations of language teaching & learning.

Know the current work in the field of Applied Linguistics.

Description of cognitive skills to be developed:

Demonstrate the skills of independent critical thinking.

Description of the interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility to be developed:

Show self-reliance when working independently.

Cooperate in pair/ group activities and display teamwork skills.

Display a professional commitment to ethical practice on a daily basis.

Description of the communication skills and Information Technology skills to be developed:

Cooperate in pair/ group activities and display teamwork skills

Express opinion and share viewpoints

Provide examples to relate theory to application

Conduct an online research

Manage basic computer skills

Write a term paper on a linguistic topic

Chapter 1: Language, Learning, and Teaching

Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition

Chapter 3: Age and Acquisition

Chapter 4: Human Learning

Chapter 5: Styles and Strategies

Chapter 6: Personality Factors

Proportion of Final Assessment

Group Term Paper

Students are expected to be punctual and attend all classes.

Course materials can be found at http://halroqi.kau.edu.sa

English < Spring 2011

Announcements will be posted online. To check the latest announcements, go to

There will be NO make-up exams.

Spring 2011 Applied Linguistics LANE 423 Section DA - Course Timeline

First Class Orientation + Syllabus Discussion

Chapter 1: Language, Learning, & Teaching

Chapter 1: Language, Learning, & Teaching

Chapter 1: Language, Learning, & Teaching

Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition

Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition

Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition

Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition

Chapter 2: First Language Acquisition

Chapter 3: Age & Acquisition