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Methods of Second Language Teaching
(PST321-EXT1, 3 credits)
Frederick, MD

Course Description:

This 3-credit course focuses on principled approaches to developing and implementing classroom methods and strategies for language teaching.  It also investigates linguistic, psychological, and attitudinal factors that influence student-teacher interactions in the classroom.  The course examines in detail the most important teaching methodologies that have evolved over the past thirty years.  Following a thorough analysis of each methodology, in terms of its theoretical justification and supporting empirical research, students will endeavor to teach and learn some aspects of a second language through the implementation of each of the methodologies.

Rationale:

In order to teach effectively, one needs to understand 2nd language teaching methodology and how adults learn a 2nd language.  The course covers both -- how adults learn a 2nd language and various methods of teaching a 2nd language.  The goal is that teachers teach better after understanding theories and methods.

Course objectives:

Students will be able to:

• recognize and discuss several methods and theories of 2nd language instruction;

• adapt to method that fits with philosophy and mission of the institution;

• use activities that fits with the philosophy of the program;

• select activities that fit with the chosen method

Instructor:

Dr.  MJ Bienvenu, Associate Professor and chair of the department of ASL and Deaf Studies since 2003. A native ASL signer, originally from Baton Rouge, LA, MJ received her BA in English and MA in Linguistics from Gallaudet in 1974 and 1983, respectively.  Her specializations are semantics, lexicography, ASL screening and curriculum development.

MJ has published several ASL teaching materials (Faces of ASL and ASL Numerical Systems) and several American Deaf Culture videos and workbooks.  She was also a sign model for the first ASL instruction books, also known as the Green Books..  She also presented to schools, colleges and universities and centers around the country, Canada, Europe, Japan, Israel, and Cyprus on topics of Sign Language Instruction, Culture, Oppression and Empowerment, Cross-cultural Interactions and Interpretation.

MJ is presently the Chair of the Department of ASL and Deaf Studies since 2003.  She also serves as co-chair of the Sorenson Language and Communication Center building project.  She also served as president of the Deaf Women United, Inc. from 1997 to 1999 and a co-chair of Deaf Lesbians Festival from 2000 to 2004.  She is currently president of the National Organization of the Phi Kappa Zeta Sorority since 2004.

PREREQUISITES: Must have native or near competency in ASL  Instructor will screen students the first day of class.

Course Materials:

* Principles of Language Learning and Teaching, 4th Edition, H.Douglas Brown (2000)
* Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching, Richards, Jack C. and Rogers, Theodore S. (2002)

LOCATION: CSD of Maryland, 452 Prospect Blvd, Frederick, MD 21701
Directions: Google Maps

FEES: All fees must be sent with your application.

NOTE:  Tuition and fees are subject to change without advance notice.

*PST credit:  *PST credit: Courses with the prefix PST (Professional Studies and Training) are continuing education credits offered for professionals who may not desire academic credits. PST courses carry Gallaudet University credits but are not applicable toward a Gallaudet University degree or certificate program. Some other universities and accrediting organizations do accept PST credits, however, so students should check to determine applicability of coursework elsewhere.

Registration Deadline:  2/15/2008

Refund Policy: 
Before the registration deadline:  Tuition is refundable upon written request; however, a $50.00 administrative fee will be retained. Written requests must be received by the deadline or refund will be processed as noted below.

After the registration deadline:  Partial tuition is refundable upon written request (application fee and material fee, where applicable, is not refundable). Schedule is as follows:

withdrawals after 2/15/2008- 50% tuition refundable 
withdrawals by 2/22/2008 - 25% tuition refundable 
withdrawals after 2/22/2008 - no refund of tuition

It is IMPERATIVE that your written request for refund is in the Professional Studies and Outreach Office by the registration deadline.

For further information on this course: Contact Professional Studies and Outreach at 202 448-7272 (TTY/V), VP or 202-651-5987 (FAX) or jacqueline.mann@gallaudet.edu