FLED 512 - Second Language Acquisition and Literacy 3 s.h.

This course consists of a general introduction to the study of second language acquisition and literacy development in light of linguistic theory and research. Topics will include a review of linguistic theories related to first and second language acquisition, as well as bilingual upbringing, and bi-culturalism. It includes understanding terminology and modes of research; L1 interference in L2 learning, inter-language and code-switching; processes of language transfer and literacy skills between L1 and L2; emotional and psychological factors in L2 learning; fossilization and error analysis; cognitive effects of different types of bilingualism; cognitive processes involved in synthesizing and internalizing language rules for second language acquisition.
Prerequisite(s): GrS and permission of instructor.