Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
INTE 410 - Principles of Second Language Acquisition This course provides a comprehensive introduction to second language aquisition. How people learn second languages will be approached from several perspectives including the research evidence, the learner’s program, and the learning environment. This is an integrative theory course. Prerequisite(s): 300 and 421, or the equivalent. Credit(s): 3. INTE 421 - Introduction to TESOL: Adult Basic concepts, methods and techniques of teaching English (ESL or EFL) to speakers of other languages. Introduces principles of second language learning along with techniques for teaching both separate and integrated skills to adult or post- secondary students. Cross-listed: ENGL 353. Credit(s): 3. INTE 422 - Introduction to TESOL: K-12 Examination of rationale, methods and materials for teaching English in elementary and secondary multilingual classrooms. Assessment, the role of the primary language, and techniques for teaching oral and written language are also covered. Note(s): Elective only. Credit(s): 3. INTE 427 - Materials Evaluation and Preparation Principles of ESL/EFL materials design to enable teachers to (a) evaluate and adapt published materials and (b) prepare their own materials. Prerequisite(s): 421 or ENGL 353. Credit(s): 3. INTE 430 - TESOL and Literature Consideration of theory and method for teaching literature to non-native speakers, together with development of (1) a corpus of literary selections suitable for the ESL/EFL context, and (2) specific lesson plans. Prerequisite(s): 421 or ENGL 353. Credit(s): 3. INTE 441 - Intercultural Communication for Teachers Study of cultural contexts of English as an international language, culture in the language class and intercultural communication with the goal of increasing intercultural understanding and teaching effectiveness. Credit(s): 3. INTE 460 - Communicating Values Through TESOL Exploration of ways in which TESOL may be used to promote cross-cultural understanding through the communication of different worldviews and values. Includes ethical considerations. Prerequisite(s): 421 or ENGL 353. Credit(s): 1. INTE 480 - English: Past, Present and Future Historical and social survey of the development of the English language from a small tribal language to the widespread international language it is today. Possible future trends also discussed. Credit(s): 3. INTE 485 - Topics in TESOL Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated for credit with a different topic. Prerequisite(s): 421. Credit(s): 1 - 3. INTE 486 - Topics in TESOL Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated for credit with a different topic. Prerequisite(s): 421. Credit(s): 1 - 3.
INTE 491 - Field Practicum in TESOL Intensive ESL/EFL classroom teaching in a field setting, typically as part of a supervised team working with a voluntary agency. Credit(s): 3. INTE 492 - Practicum in TESOL I Structured practice teaching in an ESL classroom under the supervision of a master teacher, plus weekly group discussion of issues in language pedagogy. Prerequisite(s): 421. Fee: $100. Credit(s): 3.
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