This course develops an understanding of second language acquisition in relation to second and foreign language learning. After completing this course, students will be able to understand the theories of language acquisition and the learning of English as a foreign language or international language (EIL). Students will also learn about the theories of teaching and learning, the curriculum, the learning materials, and the evaluation systems used to assess EIL learning. Regarding EIL as a global language, this course also presents a discussion of the relationship between language, culture, and social identity, as well as attitudes toward variations of English as EIL.

The Qur'an views language acquisition as a gift from Allah SWT, which begins with teaching the names of objects to Prophet Adam (QS. Al-Baqarah: 31) and the ability to speak (al-bayan) as human nature (QS. Ar-Rahman: 3-4). Language is acquired through the process of listening, imitating, and the environment (interaction), and is studied to understand revelation.

• Students are able to explain and apply the main concept of Second Language Acquistition, covering: (1) the notion of SLA; The nature of language learning; L1 versus L2 learning; The logical problem of language learning; Frameworks for SLA
• Students are able to explain and apply the main concept of Second Language Acquistition from different perspectives: behaviorist, The innatist, The cognitive, and The sociocultural perspective
• Students are able to explain and apply language theory and language acquisition in classroom context, known as INSTRUCTED SLA
• Students are able to explain and apply the analytical tools for Learner language in SLA
• Students are able to explain and analyse INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES IN SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION

1. Second language acquisition

2. English as International Language

3. Theory of language learning and teaching

3. The relationship between language acquisition and language teaching

presentations, assignments and mini projects