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About the Course

In this course learners are introduced to second or foreign language theories and practices for teaching and assessing listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Learners will also be introduced to basic studies in second language acquisition and their pedagogical implications. Teachers will be invited to recognize the importance of grounding their own teaching philosophy through an examination of purpose, content, and technique....
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Jun 21, 2021

Interesting courses! I am learning a lot. Thank you very much Coursera. I have just completed course 2 and been delivered a certificate but I just can't access my new course. What should I do, please?

NZ

Jun 10, 2018

I'm really enjoying this course. I'm about half way through. I'm looking forrward to how the various courses in this series take me farther and farther into language learning theories and techniques.

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By Andrew N

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Aug 8, 2016

A lot of effort went into making this course memorable, and it worked (even though it was a little childish)! Can complain when you learn the material!

By Asia P

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Mar 20, 2016

Great course! Dr. Shane Dixon is superstar!! The most joyful way to get the understanding of all the approaches to teaching English! Thank you so much!

By Maria F D C M

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May 17, 2021

Dense content is presented in a clear and meaningful way. The table helps us on organizing and revising the specificities of each approach! A marvel!!

By Mary O B

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Apr 29, 2021

This course was very thorough and very interesting. I learned a lot and commend ASU and their skills at designing this course and the specialization.

By Ahmed N (

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Jan 29, 2021

The most intelligent and powerful course I've ever taken. Thanks for Coursera and all the crew also thanks a million for Dr.Shane for his instructions

By David B

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Mar 20, 2020

This was a great introduction to different theories. I love the Teach English Now series. ASU has really made a good name for itself with this series.

By Juanita J

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Jan 20, 2020

enjoyed the engagement and information provided during the class. The presenters are lighthearted and comical and adds to the materials comprehension.

By Christian L

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Dec 14, 2018

I am a student of pedagogy and finding this course especially the second is a great opportunity to learn more about teaching methods in the classroom.

By Adriana O G

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Apr 7, 2016

I loved this course. I loved the videos, I learned a lot from them. Dr. Dixon is an excellent teacher. The content of this course was awesome! Thanks!

By Ezekiel C

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Aug 15, 2020

Learning from the course is very easy! The video lessons and readings are very comprehensive. Thanks Coursera and ASU for this wonderful opportunity!

By SAYED K A A

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Oct 12, 2019

THANKS A MILLION YOU ARE JUST AWESOME PROFESSORS.

I REALLY LEARN FROM YOU A LOT, I HOPE ONE DAY I AM THE SAME AS YOU ARE,

MUCH APPRECIATION,

SAYED KADRY

By Ayman M

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Sep 26, 2017

The course is very useful and contains a lot of information. I would like to thank our tutors, editors and everyone who makes this course successful.

By Varghese D P

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Dec 10, 2023

I really loved this ASU Language Teaching History course at Coursera. I would like to continue with Coursera. Thank you very much! Regards, Varghese

By ASHFIA R

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May 23, 2021

I have learned and understood the theories of second language acquisition in an engaging and more convincing way than before. Thanks to this course.

By ABDELMAJID E

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Oct 22, 2019

This is the best course that explains and demonstrates the eight theories of second language acquisition. I really enjoyed learning from the videos.

By Ann D

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Feb 2, 2019

Wow, another great course in the series Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition. Great exercise and modelling. I learned a lot.

By Tamara A

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Jul 26, 2016

What a wonderful way to learn the history of what we do as language teachers. I enjoyed every video and the articles were wonderful also. Thank you.

By Ihor D

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Jun 12, 2022

Great course, very well structured and the performance is sparkling! Angel and Devil debates are so amazing. It was a real pleasure to participate.

By Ashgan A E

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Jun 14, 2020

I'd like to thank everyone contributes to give such amazing outcome of these videos. This course was very fruitful, helped me , and opened my mind.

By Duane G

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Apr 4, 2024

The Teaching Approaches was an eye-opener for me. I'd love to use some of those in my future classes. Thanks to the instructors and the whole ASU!

By no n

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Jan 9, 2021

It's an amazing course! I'm so glad that I've completed the course. If you are a language teacher you have to enroll in it, you won't t regret it!

By Mariana A

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Aug 19, 2018

I am a Spanish teacher, I really enjoyed the course. It was a good refresher of all the theories I had learnt in my credential program. Thank you.

By Shirley C E

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Jul 31, 2017

Great course! It provided me with a host of ideas that I can use in my classroom. I will recommend this course to all second language instructors.

By Hosannah M

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Nov 1, 2022

All modules have a clear presentation that can be understood by foreign learners and applies to delivering the lesson easily. Highly recommended.

By rabeea S

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Aug 7, 2020

I have foun this course very interesting and informative. But in my opinion, this should be the first course offered by TESOL certificate Part 1.