ELT560 Contemporary Principles in English Language Teaching
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English Language and Literature
Almasa Mulalić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Presents recent findings from the research on English language teaching and relate it to standards in teaching, prepare the context for the discussion of current research and theory in the teaching of English review the educational philosophy and teaching behaviors in light of its experience and different conditions of teaching present the theory of research in modern principles of English language teaching and associate it with practice and available materials
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Hall. G. Exploring English Language Teaching. Language in Action. Routledge.
Additional Literature
Wei. L., Cook. V. ( 2009). Contemporary Applied Linguistics. Language Teaching and Learning. Continuum International Publishing Group. Diane Larsen-Freeman. (2000). Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching. Oxford University Press. Sheryl V. Taylor., Donna M. Sobel. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Teaching like our students' lives matter. Emerald.Teaching Methods
Lecturing and class discussions with examples of different teaching theories
Active discussion sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Individual presentations
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction/: The language classroom: roles, relationships and interactions | 1-3 |
| 2 | Intervening in the language classroom: classroom management, interaction and learning opportunities | 8-26 |
| 3 | The language classroom in theory and practice: complex, diverse and ‘local’ | 27-39 |
| 4 | Language, language learning and Method: dilemmas and practices | 40-57 |
| 5 | Language teaching methods: perspectives and possibilities | 58-71 |
| 6 | Theoretical insights for a Postmethod era | 99-112 |
| 7 | Images of language learners: from individual to social, and universal to specific and attitudes MIDTERM EXAM, | 323-344 |
| 8 | Images of language learners: from individual to social, and universal to specific the language classroom . . | pp.104-122 (Exploring English Language Teaching, Hall.G.) |
| 9 | Learner diversity and development: considerations for the language classroom . . . and beyond | 123-143 |
| 10 | From global trends to local contexts: language dilemmas in the ELT classroom | 144-161 |
| 11 | From global trends to local contexts: language dilemmas in the ELT classroom | 162-181 |
| 12 | Planning and organizing L2 learning and teaching: contexts and curriculum, possibilities and realities | 182-198 |
| 13 | ELT in the world: education and politics, contexts and goals | 199-217 |
| 14 | Presentations | |
| 15 | Presentations |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELT560.1 | Course | Tuesday 17:00 - 19:50 | A F1.10 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Friday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam (research paper)
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Mid Term Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Term Project and Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 4 5
Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
5 hours ⏳ (5 week × 1 h)
Home Study
40 hours ⏳ (10 week × 4 h)
In-Term Study
40 hours ⏳ (5 week × 8 h)
Final Exam
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ELT560] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ELT560 | Contemporary Principles in English Language Teaching | 3 | 0 | 6 | Tuesday 17:00-19:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Almasa Mulalić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 9:00-11:00 Tuesday: 9:00-11:00 Wednesday: 9:00-11:00 Thursday: 9:00-11:00 Friday: 9:00-11:00 |
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| amulalic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | Presents recent findings from the research on English language teaching and relate it to standards in teaching, prepare the context for the discussion of current research and theory in the teaching of English review the educational philosophy and teaching behaviors in light of its experience and different conditions of teaching present the theory of research in modern principles of English language teaching and associate it with practice and available materials |
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| Textbook | Hall. G. Exploring English Language Teaching. Language in Action. Routledge. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecturing and class discussions with examples of different teaching theories. Active discussion sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Individual presentations. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction/: The language classroom: roles, relationships and interactions | 1-3 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Intervening in the language classroom: classroom management, interaction and learning opportunities | 8-26 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | The language classroom in theory and practice: complex, diverse and ‘local’ | 27-39 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Language, language learning and Method: dilemmas and practices | 40-57 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Language teaching methods: perspectives and possibilities | 58-71 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Theoretical insights for a Postmethod era | 99-112 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Images of language learners: from individual to social, and universal to specific and attitudes MIDTERM EXAM, | 323-344 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Images of language learners: from individual to social, and universal to specific the language classroom . . | pp.104-122 (Exploring English Language Teaching, Hall.G.) | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Learner diversity and development: considerations for the language classroom . . . and beyond | 123-143 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | From global trends to local contexts: language dilemmas in the ELT classroom | 144-161 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | From global trends to local contexts: language dilemmas in the ELT classroom | 162-181 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Planning and organizing L2 learning and teaching: contexts and curriculum, possibilities and realities | 182-198 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | ELT in the world: education and politics, contexts and goals | 199-217 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Presentations | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam (research paper) | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid Term Exam | 1 | 20 | 1,2,3, | Not Allowed | |
| Term Project and Presentation | 1 | 30 | 2,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Participation | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4, | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 1 | 5 | 5 | |||
| Home Study | 4 | 10 | 40 | In-Term Study | 8 | 5 | 40 | |||
| Final Exam | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 22/09/2025 | |||||||||