ELT562 Lifelong Learning and English Language Teaching

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Course Code Course Title Weekly Hours* ECTS Weekly Class Schedule
T P
ELT562 Lifelong Learning and English Language Teaching 3 0 6
Prerequisite None It is a prerequisite to

None
Lecturer Ervin Kovačević Office Hours / Room / Phone
Wednesday:
10:00-12:00
Friday:
10:00-12:00
B F2.25
E-mail ekovacevic@ius.edu.ba
Assistant Assistant E-mail
Course Objectives This course explores to what extent foreign language teaching approaches rely on the principles of adult education. The course deals with a variety of topics such as adult learning theories, andragogy, learner-centered instruction, and compulsory/non-compulsory schooling. The goal of the course is to assert instructional and research EFL frameworks with which the adult learner's uniqueness is recognized.
Textbook Kovačević, E. (2021). Teaching Adult Language Learners: Enhancing Personal Methodologies. International University of Sarajevo.
Additional Literature
  • Knowles, M. (1990). The Adult Learner A Neglected Species. Houston, Gulf Publishing Company.
  • Richards, J. C. &, Rodgers, T. S. (2001). Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching. Cambridge University Press.
  • Galbraith, M. W. (2004). Adult Learning Methods: A Guide for Effective Instruction. Krieger Publishing Company.
Learning Outcomes After successful  completion of the course, the student will be able to:
  1. state fundamental assumptions about the nature of adult learning;
  2. describe principles of andragogy;
  3. explain the relationship between principles of andragogy and English language teaching methodology;
  4. explore a non-compulsory EFL context designed for adult students;
  5. reflect on personal EFL teaching philosophy.
  6. Promote and ensure inclusive and equitable education for all in line with SDG's 4.7.1
  7. Promote lifelong learning for all in line with SDG's 4.7.1
Teaching Methods Lectures, class discussions, in-class activities, take-home assignments, and presentations.
Teaching Method Delivery Face-to-face Teaching Method Delivery Notes
WEEK TOPIC REFERENCE
Week 1 Exploring the World of Learning Theory Knowles pp. 1-27
Week 2 Dominant Perspectives on the Learning Process Kovačević pp. 5-45
Week 3 Models of Adult Learning Kovačević pp. 47-63
Week 4 Models of Adult Learning Kovačević pp. 47-63
Week 5 Stages of Adulthood Kovačević pp. 65-76
Week 6 Adult Learners Kovačević pp. 79-103
Week 7 Adult Learners Kovačević pp. 79-103
Week 8 Midterm Exam
Week 9 Philosophies, Styles, and Perspectives in Adult Education Kovačević pp.105-127
Week 10 Philosophies, Styles, and Perspectives in Adult Education Kovačević pp.105-127
Week 11 Adult Learners and Foreign Language Education Kovačević pp.129-167
Week 12 Adult Learners and Foreign Language Education Kovačević pp.129-167
Week 13 Developing Personal Model for Teaching Adults a Foreign Language Kovačević pp.169-193
Week 14 Developing Personal Model for Teaching Adults a Foreign Language Kovačević pp.169-193
Week 15 Research Presentations
Assessment Methods and Criteria Evaluation Tool Quantity Weight Alignment with LOs
Final Exam 1 40
Semester Evaluation Components
Midterm Exam 1 30
Presentation 1 10
Assignments 2 10
Class Participation 1 10
***     ECTS Credit Calculation     ***
 Activity Hours Weeks Student Workload Hours Activity Hours Weeks Student Workload Hours
Lessons 3 15 45 Assignments 5 2 10
Presentation 10 1 10 Midterm Exam 5 7 35
Final Exam 5 8 40 Class Participation 1 10 10
        Total Workload Hours = 150
*T= Teaching, P= Practice ECTS Credit = 6
Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey Last Update Date: 08/04/2024
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