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Program of Preschool Teaching

ECC434

TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

Course Code
ECC434
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain the fundamental principles of foreign language learning in early childhood.
  2. Design foreign language activities appropriate to children's age and developmental characteristics.
  3. Implement foreign language teaching methods using tools such as games, songs, and stories.
  4. Analyze classroom interaction and the teacher?s role in foreign language instruction.
  5. Evaluate the cognitive and social effects of early language learning.
  6. Select and assess materials used in foreign language teaching.
  7. Prepare an instructional plan for early childhood foreign language education.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionWithin the scope of this course, the theoretical foundations and key concepts of foreign language teaching in early childhood are examined. Children?s language development and multilingualism are explored. Games, songs, drama, stories, and visual materials are utilized in foreign language instruction. Communication-based teaching approaches are implemented. The role of the teacher and classroom management practices are evaluated. Foreign language teaching plans are prepared, implemented, and systematically assessed. The role of cultural transmission in language education is emphasized. The advantages and limitations of early foreign language instruction are addressed from multiple perspectives.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Course introduction and key concepts
2nd Week Language development and foreign language learning in early childhood
3rd Week Theories of second language acquisition
4th Week Game-based foreign language activities
5th Week Language teaching through songs, rhythm, and movement
6th Week Teaching through stories, tales, and drama
7th Week Use of visual materials and material development
8th Week Midterm week
9th Week Communication-based teaching methods
10th Week Classroom management and teacher's role in foreign language instruction
11th Week Teaching cultural content
12th Week Assessment and evaluation methods for young children
13th Week Activity design and instructional planning
14th Week Presentation of sample activities
Recommended or Required ReadingCurtain, H., & Dahlberg, C. A. (2010). Languages and Children: Making the Match.
Nikolov, M. (Ed.). (2009). The Age Factor and Early Language Learning.
Ellis, R. (2003). Second Language Acquisition.
Pinter, A. (2017). Teaching Young Language Learners.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Practice
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Practice 1 60
Other 2 40
Total(%) 100
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 0
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 5 10 50
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework 2 15 30
Total Work Load122
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.06
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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