University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Not automatically available to General Degree students. Distance Learning only

Planned timetable: Not applicable

This module focuses on how subsequent languages are learned after the first/native language. Theories of language acquisition will be evaluated, from behaviourism to current theory. Students need to trace the development of such theories in order to consider what each theory offers. Ways in which all learners appear to follow a similar route will be considered before making a detailed study of individual learner differences, in particular levels of motivation and the development and application of language learning strategies. The module then investigates how theories of language acquisition inform teaching, and the lack of interface between research and practice will be discussed.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: N/A (distance learning)

Scheduled learning hours: 29

Guided independent study hours: 125

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Mrs K Tavakoli
Module teaching staff: Mrs Kerry Tavakoli
Module coordinator email kt9@st-andrews.ac.uk