Methodology Coursework:
Fall 2012 LING564: Principles of Language Teaching and Learning; Prof. Nelleke Van Deusen-Scholl
Introduction to the basic principles of Second Language Acquisition theory, focusing on current perspectives from applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics. Topics included language teaching methodology, communicative and task-based approaches, learner variables, intercultural competence, and models of assessment. I especially found interesting discussions about effective error correction, theories of inter-language development, using technology in the classroom, accessing authentic materials, and ideas for connecting students with language outside the classroom
Spring 2011 SPAN790: Methodologies of Modern Language Teaching; Prof. Sonia Valle
Preparation for a teaching career through readings, lectures, classroom discussions, and presentations on current issues in foreign/second-language acquisition theory and teaching methodology. Classroom techniques at all levels were utilized in practicum lessons and observations. This class was very useful in preparing for issues in teaching Spanish language, particularly strategies for approaching culture with an emphasis on diversity, avoiding regionalism, and approaches to teaching grammar topics that are frequent problem areas for students.
Continued training:
Spring 2012 Fundamentals of Teaching Humanities, facilitated by Damian Blattler and Jeff Gonda (Yale Teaching Center)
A four-week series on how to present texts and lead discussion groups in the humanities. Discussion of common errors of first-time lecturers, including tips on leading a student-centered classroom and encouraging student participation. Introduction to Bloom’s Taxonomy and methods for building class discussions with a progression from concrete questions to critical thinking and analysis on abstract topics.
Fall 2011 Yale Center for Language Study Pedagogy Workshop, coordinated by Suzanne E. Young
Week-long training in topics of second-language teaching, including communicative method, task-based activity design, teaching writing, technology-based activities, and students with disabilities.
Specialized Workshops
Topic of Workshop / Title of Talk | Presenter/Organizer | Date |
Effective Error Correction | Jaime Renkin | Sept. 30, 2012 |
Using Art in the Language Classroom | David Odo (Yale University Art Gallery) |
Oct. 4, 2012 |
Rethinking the Language Center, Consortium of the Yale Center for Language Study |
Claire Kramsch (keynote speaker) |
Nov. 9, 2012 |
Teaching Writing | Yale Teaching Center | Nov. 15, 2012 |
Advanced Fundamentals Workshop in Language and Literature | Suzanne Young and Dustin Hooten | Jan 31, Feb. 7, and Feb. 14, 2013 |
Preparing to Lecture/ Delivering a Lecture (Two-part series) |
Yale Teaching Center | Jan. 23 and 30, 2013 |
Syllabus Design | Nelleke Van Deusen-Scholl | Mar. 26, 2013 |
Technology in the Language Classroom (Three-part series) |
Theresa Schenker | Mar. 29, Apr. 5, and Apr. 12, 2013 |
Film in the Language Classroom | Suzanne Young | Mar. 29, 2013 |
Heritage Learners | Nelleke Van Deusen-Scholl | Apr. 5, 2013 |
Preparing a Literature Syllabus | Nelleke Van Deusen-Scholl | Apr. 9, 2013 |
Pragmatics | Suzanne Young | Apr. 11, 2013 |
Syllabus Design (Two-part Series) |
Sara Ronin (Yale Teaching Center) |
Apr. 10 and 17, 2013 |
Preparing a Portfolio | Bill Rando | Apr. 23, 2013 |
Online Teaching, Student Learning, Spring Teaching Forum |
Yale Teaching Center and Center for Language Study |
Apr. 26, 2013 |
Language Use During Study Abroad and in the Classroom | Glenn Levine (UC Irvine) | Sept. 13, 2013 |