ENG 444 - Theoretical Foundations in TESOL
Department: English
Description: Linguistic theories; first and second language acquisition; cognitive, affective, and cultural factors in teaching English as a Second Language.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ENG 461. Not for credit if earned credit in ENG 344
Graduate Level Course: This course is approved for graduate credit
Current Offerings
Spring 2026
- 001 - Lecture (In Person): M W 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM , Kristina Lewis 3.00 hour(s)
Dates: 01/12/2026 - 05/02/2026
Location: Adlai E. Stevenson Hall 234 (STV 234)
Instructor: Kristina Lewis
Class Notes: This course will introduce you to theories and research on second language acquisition, including linguistic, cognitive, and sociocultural approaches. We will take a critical approach to viewing multilinguals at all proficiency levels as resourceful language users, and we will think about how research informs teaching practice. You will develop skills in reading and synthesizing empirical research studies in an area of SLA research that interests you. This can be a great “first” TESOL course, and many students take it concurrently with ENG 443.