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2023-2024 Cal State East Bay Catalog 
    
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ENGL 655 - Multilingualism and Second Language Acquisition


Units: 4
Focuses on theory and empirical research related to multilingualism as well as psycholinguistic processes, sociocultural contexts, and affective factors involved in the acquisition of a second language, with emphasis on adult learners of English.

Prerequisites: Post-baccalaureate standing.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
  1. Describe historical and current trends in theories of multilingualism and second language acquisition.
  2. Evaluate empirical research on multilingualism and second language acquisition.
  3. Conduct library research on course topics and present findings orally and in writing.
  4. Conduct introspective and field research.
  5. Relate theory and research to teaching adult English language learners.




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