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SCAND 377

Methods in Teaching Nordic Languages

Kennedy Center for International Studies Kennedy Center for International Studies

Course Description

Prior or concurrent enrollment in this course required for student instructors of Nordic languages. Focuses on teaching skills specific to foreign language instruction in beginning and intermediate language courses.

When Taught

Contact Department

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 12: A, B, C, D, E, P, T, I (Inclusive grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

2

Other Prerequisites

Must have an assignment teaching a Nordic language class or instructor's consent.

Title

Language Teaching Skills

Learning Outcome

Students in this class will develop the skills to effectively teach listening comprehension, reading proficiency, oral proficiency, writing proficiency, and cultural proficiency in beginning language classes.

Title

General Teaching skills

Learning Outcome

Students will learn effective communication and teaching skills that are not specific only to language instruction but applicable to a wide range of teaching environments in formal and informal settings.