Professor Wynne Wong (wong.240@osu.edu)
SPRING 2023
Link to Course Intro Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP3QnTRqWUA

Course description

This seminar explores vocabulary learning with an emphasis on lexical input processing.

The course examines theoretical and pedagogical implications of research on vocabulary acquisition, including the development of materials and activities for the classroom.

Topics in the course include (but are not limited to):

• Theoretical underpinnings that underlie research on vocabulary acquisition
• Specificity in type of processing and learning
• Incidental and intentional vocabulary learning
• Lexical input processing and implications for instruction
• What constitutes lexical input and lexical intake
• Principles of effective vocabulary instruction
• Evaluating vocabulary instructional techniques
• Creating effective vocabulary activities for the classroom
• Designing a research proposal to investigate an issue in lexical acquisition

A variety of activities have been incorporated into this distance learning course to encourage student engagement and interaction, and to create an enjoyable online learning experience. Different options for the final project are available to meet the needs and interests of different students taking the course.

Course Delivery

This 3-credit course, offered by the Department of French & Italian at OSU, is taught in English, and delivered completely online in an asynchronous format. The course may be taken from anywhere at any time as long as assignments are completed by established due dates.

Regular optional synchronous meetings are also available via Carmen Zoom.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is for anyone interested in second language studies/language teaching and will count toward the Graduate Interdisciplinary Specialization (GIS) in Second Language Studies. Secondary education teachers are also welcome.

FR 8301 is *not* a prerequisite for this course