ENG151 Introduction To English As A Second Language

About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 60 hours
Maths: None
Content: Theoretical
Practical work: No

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor marked assignments
Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of ENG151, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1

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ENG151 · UNIT 1 DEFINITIONS, DOMAINS AND STATUS OF LANGUAGE: FIRST LANGUAGE, SECOND LANGUAGE

Every unit contains a list of references and further reading. Try to get as many as possible of those textbooks and materials listed. The textbooks and materials are meant to deepen your knowledge of the course.

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What you should be able to do

Describe the origin and development of English as a Second Language (ESL), particularly in Nigeria.
Identify the features of English as a Second Language.
Account for the spread of English as a Second Language.
Distinguish between English as a Second Language, English as a First Language, and English as a foreign language.
Explain the need for the teaching of English as a Second Language.

What it prepares you for

Careers

English Teacher
ESL Instructor
Curriculum Developer
Linguist
Translator

Where it is applied

Education
Publishing
Translation Services
International Business
Diplomacy

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 3: ESL and Language Varieties
Unit 6: Distinctions between Standard Pidgin and Creole
Understanding the nuances between pidgin and creole requires careful attention to sociolinguistic contexts and historical development.
Module 5: English and Indigenous Languages
Unit 11: English and the Indigenous Nigerian Languages
Analyzing cross-linguistic influences requires detailed knowledge of both English and various Nigerian languages, making it challenging for students unfamiliar with linguistics.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 40 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1: Definitions and Status of Language
- Unit 1: Definition, Domains and Status of Language: First Language, Second Language · 2 hours
  Read definitions of language and identify common features.. Discuss the domains of language use and their impact on language status.. Differentiate between First Language (L1) and Second Language (L2) with examples..
Week 2Module 1: Definitions and Status of Language
- Unit 2: Domains and Status of Language: Foreign Language, National Language, Official Language · 2 hours
  Explain the terms Foreign Language, National Language, and Official Language.. Distinguish between Foreign Language and Official Language.. Identify the distinguishing features of a National Language..
Week 3Module 2: Spread and Implantation of English
- Unit 3: The Spread of the English Language in the World · 2 hours
  Account for the world-wide spread of English.. Identify places where English is spoken as a first language.. List countries where English is used as a second language..
Week 4Module 2: Spread and Implantation of English
- Unit 4: English as a Second Language in Nigeria: Its Implantation · 2 hours
  Explain what is meant by language implantation.. Identify and explain factors responsible for the implantation of the English language in Nigeria.. Discuss the roles of trade, religion, education, and colonialism in the spread of English..
Week 5Module 3: ESL and Language Varieties
- Unit 5: English as a Second Language in Nigeria: Its Functions · 2 hours
  State and explain the major functions which English performs in Nigeria.. Justify the continued use of English in Nigeria.. Predict the future of English in Nigeria..
Week 6Module 3: ESL and Language Varieties
- Unit 6: Distinctions between Standard Pidgin and Creole · 2 hours
  Define English as a second language (ESL).. State what you understand by Pidgin and Creole.. Distinguish between Pidgin and Creole..
Week 7Module 4: Bilingualism and Language Policy
- Unit 7: Language as an index of Nationalism and Nationism · 2 hours
  Define nationalism.. Explain what you understand by nationism.. State how language is related to nationalism and nationism..
Week 8Module 4: Bilingualism and Language Policy
- Unit 8: The Concept of Bilingualism: Definition, Types and Extent · 2 hours
  Define the concept of bilingualism.. Identify and explain types of bilingualism.. Distinguish between compound and co-ordinate bilingualism as well as between individual and societal bilingualism..
Week 9Module 4: Bilingualism and Language Policy
- Unit 9: Bilingualism: It's Development and Consequences · 2 hours
  Describe the origin of bilingualism.. State at least three consequences of bilingualism.. Discuss the impact of colonialism, trade, and annexation on bilingualism..
Week 10Module 5: English and Indigenous Languages
- Unit 10: ESL and National Language Policy in Nigeria · 2 hours
  Describe the language policy in the National Policy on Education.. State the position of the English language in the overall educational system in Nigeria.. Analyze the role of mother tongue in early education..
Week 11Module 5: English and Indigenous Languages
- Unit 11: English and the Indigenous Nigerian Languages · 2 hours
  Describe the language situation in Nigeria.. State some effects of the indigenous languages on English in Nigeria.. Mention some effects of English on the indigenous languages in Nigeria..
Week 12Module 5: English and Indigenous Languages
- Unit 12: Varieties of English as a Second Language in Nigeria · 2 hours
  Explain the English language situation in Nigeria.. Identify the major varieties of English in Nigeria.. Bring out other varieties of English that are identifiable in Nigeria..
Week 13Module 6: Review and Exam Preparation
- Unit 13: Standard and Deviation in ESL · 2 hours
  Explain the concepts of standard and deviation.. Identify and explain types (levels) of deviation. State and describe three factors that determine the extent (degree) of deviation in ESL..
- Unit 14: Teaching English as a Second Language: Listening and Speaking · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..
- Unit 15: Teaching English as a Second Language: Reading and Writing · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..
- Unit 16: Teaching English as a Second Language: Vocabulary and Grammatical Structure · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..
- Unit 17: Literature in English as a Second Language · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..
- Unit 18: Teaching Literature in English as a Second Language · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..
- Unit 19: Environmental Factors in ESL Teaching and Learning · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..
- Unit 20: Assessment of Learners' Performance in English as a Second Language · 2 hours
  Review key concepts and terminology.. Practice applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.. Prepare for final examination..

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Create a study schedule allocating specific time slots for each unit, focusing on areas of weakness identified in TMAs.
Develop flashcards for key vocabulary and terminology in each unit, especially those related to linguistic concepts.
Practice analyzing sample ESL texts, identifying features of Nigerian English and instances of mother tongue interference.
Form study groups to discuss challenging concepts and practice explaining them to peers, reinforcing understanding.
Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and pay close attention to tutor feedback, focusing on areas needing improvement.
Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 (Spread/Functions) and Units 7-9 (Bilingualism) to see the interconnectedness.
Practice writing short essays on potential exam topics, such as the role of English in Nigeria or the challenges of ESL teaching.

Questions students ask about this course

What is ENG151 about?

This course introduces the study of English as a Second Language, focusing on its linguistic and sociolinguistic contexts, particularly in Nigeria. It explores the domains and status of language, the spread of English worldwide, and varieties of English in Nigeria. The course also covers distinctions between ESL, Pidgin, and Creole, aspects of teaching English as a Second Language, the teaching of literature in English, and assessment of learners in ESL. It aims to equip students with a foundational understanding of ESL.

How many units does ENG151 have?

ENG151, Introduction To English As A Second Language, has 20 units across 1 module, over 115 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

Is ENG151 hard?

ENG151 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.

How long does ENG151 take to study?

About 60 hours of study, spread across its 20 units.

How is ENG151 assessed?

ENG151 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.

What can I do with ENG151?

English Teacher, ESL Instructor, Curriculum Developer, Linguist and Translator.