SPAN 6310 Methods of Teaching Spanish
In this course we will examine second language acquisition theories and approaches to the teaching of Spanish as a second language. We will use linguistics (nature, structure, and variation of language) and applied linguistics initiatives (bilingualism, conversation and discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, language assessment and language teaching) in the design of classroom practice and curriculum. Criteria to assess classroom learning will be reviewed and discussed. The class is conducted in Spanish, reading material in English and Spanish.