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Program of English Language Teaching (English)

FLE416

INCLUSIVE FOREIGN LANGUAGE EDUCATION

Course Code
FLE416
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. understand the terminology and concepts of inclusion, diversity, and equity
  2. apply theoretical frameworks to foreign language education
  3. evaluate national and international education policies
  4. design inclusive pedagogical approaches
  5. engage with recent research on inclusion in language education
  6. foster inclusive learning environments
  7. critically reflect on inclusive teaching practices
  8. collaborate with peers to discuss and solve inclusive education challenges
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionCreating inclusive, equitable and diverse classroom environments; Bourdieu's types of capital; linguistic human rights; constructed worlds theory; the role of inclusivity in foreign language education; disadvantaged groups and individuals with disabilities; national and international education policies; ideologies that support or restrict diversity and equality; effective pedagogical strategies for inclusive foreign language teaching.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Inclusive Foreign Language Education
2nd Week Theoretical Frameworks: Bourdieu?s Forms of Capital
3rd Week Linguistic Human Rights
4th Week The Theory of Figured Worlds in Education
5th Week Diversity and Disability in Foreign Language Classrooms
6th Week International Education Policies: A Global Perspective
7th Week National Policies and Legislation in Foreign Language Education
8th Week Midterm Exams
9th Week Creating Inclusive Language Lesson Plans
10th Week Teaching Strategies for Diverse Learners
11th Week Assessment and Evaluation in Inclusive Language Education
12th Week Engaging Marginalized Students in Language Learning
13th Week Reflection and Critical Perspectives on Inclusive Foreign Language Education
14th Week Final Project Presentations
Recommended or Required ReadingBourdieu, P. (1986). The forms of capital. In J. Richardson (Ed.), Handbook of Theory and Research for the Sociology of Education.
Heller, M. (2007). Bourdieu and "the linguistic market": Explaining language shift in northern Ontario. In Language in Society.
Skutnabb-Kangas, T. (2013). Linguistic genocide in education--or worldwide diversity and human rights. Routledge.
Holland, D., Lachicotte, W., Skinner, D., & Cain, C. (1998). Identity and Agency in Cultural Worlds.
Kubota, R., & Lin, A. M. (Eds.). (2009). Race, culture, and identities in second language education: Exploring critically engaged practice. Routledge.
Norton, B. (2013). Identity and language learning: Extending the conversation. In identity and language learning. Multilingual matters.
Ricento, T. (Ed.). (2005). An introduction to language policy: Theory and method. John Wiley & Sons.
Garcia, O., & Kleyn, T. (2016). Translanguaging with multilingual students. Learning from classroom moments. New York, London, Routledge.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 3 3
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 13 2 26
Preparation for Final exam 1 16 16
Course hours 13 2 26
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 16 16
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 3 3
Homework
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

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