Identity, Language Learning and Teaching - Einzelansicht

This course introduces participants to issues related to identity in the context of English language learning and teaching. It adopts a two-pronged approach to identity. First, it establishes the relevance of identity in language learning (student identity) and second, it helps participants explore their own teacher identity.

Throughout this seminar, participants will gain a critical perspective in language ideologies, language learning theories, culture, as well as various identity categories such as gender, sexuality, class, race and ethnicity. On this basis, they will relate these issues to the English language classroom (e.g., learning materials and classroom practices). Additionally, they will reflect on their own language learning histories, beliefs, and past or current classroom practices based on the theoretical concepts introduced, with the purpose of actively developing their emerging teacher identities.

Please note that this is a reflection and writing-intensive seminar. Participants will be required to meet multiple deadlines and submit written reflections throughout the semester to be able to earn credits.

Reflection paper (min. 2500 words)