WL 437
Strategies and Curriculum Design in Teaching a New Language
Section: 601

Course Description

This course provides an overview of three main aspects of teaching English as a Foreign Language: planning, instructing, and assessing. Students will examine the most common types of curricula and practice syllabus design, lesson planning, and assessments. They will explore the characteristics of different types of learners (e.g., young learners, post-secondary adults, immigrants, etc.) and their motivation for learning English. Students will practice a variety of communicative, collaborative activities for all levels and contexts.

Spring 2026

Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
T H
Class Start Time:
4:30pm
Class End Time:
5:45pm

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
P: WL 427 (Methods and Materials in Teaching ESL)