The course Methodology of TEFL introduces the principles, methods and good practices in teaching foreign languages. It is specially designed for the students of the specialty Biology and English of Sofia University and presents the specific theory and practice for analysis, preparation, design, application, and evaluation of the language classroom. An overview of the contemporary development of second language learning theories is presented, as well as the foundation of learning theories, learner styles, multimodality, and multiple intelligence theories. Special focus is dedicated to the traditional and current methods of language teaching and their application in different educational contexts. The practice includes preparation and justification of own lesson plans and appropriate materials based on observation and discussion of real classes.
Upon completion of the course, the students will acquire knowledge and understanding about the relevant theories and practices applicable to a language classroom. They will be able to design their own lessons and materials based on this knowledge.
Upon completion of the course, the students will acquire knowledge and understanding about the relevant theories and practices applicable to a language classroom. They will be able to design their own lessons and materials based on this knowledge.
- Teacher: Анелия Кременска
- Teacher: Людмила Маринова-Бояджиева