Second Language Teaching & Learning
Research in Second Language Learning & Teaching: Task-Based Research Methods
This course will examine approaches to conducting and interpreting research in the field of Task-based Language Teaching and Learning. The class is intended for those interested in second language teaching and those who want to work in the field of applied linguistics as language educators or researchers.
The content of the class will explore topics in research design and methods using tasks for foreign language learning purposes. Topics will cover a variety of areas, including both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis, with a focus on classroom- and practical-based research applications for teachers and educators. Students will be expected to design their own task for research purposes, collect pilot research, and analyze and report results.
This course will adopt a traditional seminar-style of instruction, with student-led discussions and engagement with the material. To that end, participation and preparation are essential to success in the class.