TEACHING
Awards and Recognition
2004-05
1999 1999 1998-99 1998 1992-95 |
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Teaching Award, Wayne State University
Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) ($2500) Honorable Mention, Campus Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, UIUC “Incomplete List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students”, Fall 1998 and Spring 1999, UIUC Robert L. Stone Excellence in Teaching Award, Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, UIUC “Incomplete List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students”, Spring 1992, Fall 1993, Fall 1994, Spring 1995, UIUC |
Courses Taught
Simon Fraser University
Graduate
Ling 812: Theories of Applied Linguistics
Course explores the range of theories that are used within applied linguistics, addressing issues
of theory evaluation and application. The class focuses on examining the various theories that
explain the acquisition of second/foreign languages. Objectives include a)examining the multiple
factors that influence language acquisition and understanding the main phenomena common to
most learners of a second language; b) examining in depth various theories that have been offered
to explain the complex processes involved in learning an additional language; c) discussing the
role of instruction in second language acquisition; and d) critically reading and evaluating research
on second language acquisition.
Ling 806: Sociolinguistics
Graduate level course exploring the role of societal factors in influencing and changing language
use. The course considers systematic approaches to the study of language use and linguistic
variation in different areal, social, and cultural settings, taking into account such variables as
age, gender, ethnicity, education level, economic class, etc. In this class, emphasis is given to
qualitative, macrosociolinguistic methods. Readings and discussion consider quantitative,
empirical, formal, and microsociolinguistic approaches.
Course explores the range of theories that are used within applied linguistics, addressing issues
of theory evaluation and application. The class focuses on examining the various theories that
explain the acquisition of second/foreign languages. Objectives include a)examining the multiple
factors that influence language acquisition and understanding the main phenomena common to
most learners of a second language; b) examining in depth various theories that have been offered
to explain the complex processes involved in learning an additional language; c) discussing the
role of instruction in second language acquisition; and d) critically reading and evaluating research
on second language acquisition.
Ling 806: Sociolinguistics
Graduate level course exploring the role of societal factors in influencing and changing language
use. The course considers systematic approaches to the study of language use and linguistic
variation in different areal, social, and cultural settings, taking into account such variables as
age, gender, ethnicity, education level, economic class, etc. In this class, emphasis is given to
qualitative, macrosociolinguistic methods. Readings and discussion consider quantitative,
empirical, formal, and microsociolinguistic approaches.
Undergraduate
Ling 410: Theories of Applied Linguistics
See Ling 812 above (modified for undergraduate level) Ling 309W: Sociolinguistics (Blended format as of Spring, 2023) This course examines a wide range of sociolinguistic phenomena, including topics such as language variation, language dialects, varieties, non-native language use, contact phenomena, multilingualism, and language planning. An additional aim of the course is to provide students with training and extensive practice in the styles of written argumentation that are typical in these areas and are required for advanced study in linguistics. Ling 362: English as a Second Language: Theory This course is an introduction to issues concerning teaching in the ESL classroom. Emphasis is on developing the knowledge and practical skills necessary for teaching English as a second language to adults in Canada. Class activities include lectures, discussions, the practical analysis of teaching/learning activities, and individual presentations by students of textbook evaluations and micro-teaching lessons. The course serves as a general introduction to a range of important issues in applied linguistics. It further develops skills for critically evaluating teaching materials and activities used in the ESL classroom. Ling 200: Introduction to the Description of English Grammar This course is a practical introduction to the terminology and concepts used in English grammatical description and analysis. Topics to be covered include the notion of grammar, parsing, phrase structure, clause types, and basic sentence patterns. The course is descriptive rather than prescriptive in approach, and some discussion focuses on sociolinguistic aspects of the English language: the international spread of the language, the numerous varieties of English that exist, and the ramifications of the language’s growing use by non-native speakers world-wide. The course will be of interest to students in the TESL Certificate Program and to others requiring a foundation in English grammar analysis. Ling 160: Language, Culture and Society (Blended format as of Fall, 2022) This course examines how language in effect is a social phenomenon, shaped by those who use it (users) and their uses for it in communicating with others within and across different (cultural) contexts. The wide range of topics to be discussed includes bilingual and multilingual speech communities, language maintenance, language loss and language death, and the phenomena of regional as well as social dialects. The course will further consider how language use varies according to such social factors as ethnicity, gender, age, and social class. The role of politeness and stereotypes in language use, language variation, and the relationship between language and cognition, are additional topics. Germ 201: Third Semester German This course builds on the skills developed in German 103. Through classroom discussion, conversational activities, structured listening practice, reading exercises and composition assignments students learn a number of speech acts associated with travelling (how to register at a hotel, find various public places in the city, talk about travel plans, get information about public transportation, etc.). They also learn how to discuss professions and careers, as well as money matters. Students are introduced to several cultural aspects of the German-speaking countries, and will read a number of short stories by German authors. Germ 103: Second Semester German Through a rich array of authentic material with accompanying activities students develop skills for communicating (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) in German. Students learn a number of speech acts (purchasing clothing and groceries, ordering in a restaurant, discussing hobbies and interests, talking about ailments and general health, etc.), study aspects of culture in the German-speaking countries (health and medical care, sports and leisure, regional German cuisine and dining, etc.), and learn various grammatical structures (dative case, two-way prepositions, simple past tense, reflexive pronouns, etc.) Germ 102: First Semester German In this beginner's language course students learn how to introduce themselves, give personal information, talk about their hobbies, interests and entertainment, describe their daily routines and speak about their home, family and friends. Additionally, they are introduced to various cultural topics, including German holidays, student life, and the Euro currency. |
Wayne State University
Graduate
Ger/Cla/Fre/Ita/Lin/NE/Spa 5750: Theories of Second Language Acquisition
Ger/Cla/Fre/Ita/Led/NE/Spa 5810/7810: Teaching Foreign Languages: Receptive Skills
Ger/Cla/Fre/Ita/Led/NE/Spa 5830/7830: Technology in the Foreign Lang. Classroom
Ger 5790/7790: Topics in German Studies. The Sociolinguistics of World Englishes
Ger/Cla/Fre/Ita/Led/NE/Spa 5810/7810: Teaching Foreign Languages: Receptive Skills
Ger/Cla/Fre/Ita/Led/NE/Spa 5830/7830: Technology in the Foreign Lang. Classroom
Ger 5790/7790: Topics in German Studies. The Sociolinguistics of World Englishes
Undergraduate
Ger 2010: Third Semester German
Ger 1020: Second Semester German
Ger 1010: First Semester German
Ger 1020: Second Semester German
Ger 1010: First Semester German
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Ger 212: Sixth Semester German
Ger 211: Fifth Semester German
Ger 104: Fourth Semester German
Ger 104Z: Fourth Semester German: Business
Ger 102: Second Semester German
Ger 101: First Semester German
Ger 401: German for Graduate Students
Advanced German (for faculty and staff)
Intermediate German (for faculty and staff)
Beginning Business German (for faculty and staff)
[sole instructor for normally team-taught course]
Ger 211: Fifth Semester German
Ger 104: Fourth Semester German
Ger 104Z: Fourth Semester German: Business
Ger 102: Second Semester German
Ger 101: First Semester German
Ger 401: German for Graduate Students
Advanced German (for faculty and staff)
Intermediate German (for faculty and staff)
Beginning Business German (for faculty and staff)
[sole instructor for normally team-taught course]
Language program coordination
Wayne State University
2000-08
2000-08 2000-08 2003-08 2007 2003-05 2002-08 2002 2000-08 2000-04 2000-08 2000-08 2000-03 |
Coordinator of Basic German Language Program: Ger 1010, 1020,
1060, 2010 Supervision and training of all graduate teaching assistants, adjuncts, and lecturers for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (ca. 9 sections each semester). Regular communication via e-mail and at campus office, monthly coordination meetings, digitally taped teaching observations and follow-up evaluation meetings to discuss tapings one to two times per semester for each instructor. Addressing concerns of students in Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (ca. 180 students each semester). Student withdrawal requests, make-up exam requests, special needs accommodations, accommodations due to extended absences, accommodations needed because of late admissions, tutoring accommodations. Creation, editing, and proofreading of comprehensive on-line testing materials for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (total of 30 quizzes, 10 exams, 3 final exams administered each semester) Redesign of Basic German Language Program (new edition of textbook, new syllabi, integration of additional on-line components) Development and implementation of comprehensive on-line testing component for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (total of 30 quizzes, 12 exams, 4 final exams). Funded by mini-grant from the Foreign Language Technology Center, Wayne State University ($1000). Development and integration of on-line components for all sections of Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (use of Blackboard course management system with utilization of electronic gradebook, announcements page, communication tools, electronic discussion board) Redesign of Basic German Language Program (new textbook, new method, new syllabi, new supplementary cultural components) Conducted annual two-day teaching orientation for all graduate teaching assistants, adjuncts, and lecturers for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 Conducted sessions at annual two-day interdepartmental teaching orientation for all graduate teachings assistants, adjuncts, and lecturers of basic language courses in German, French, and Spanish (ca. 35 participants) Development, maintenance, and upgrading of extensive website for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (http:www.langlab.wayne.edu/german) Development and annual revision of course syllabi and course materials for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 Creation, editing, and proofreading of hard-copy testing materials for Ger 1010, 1020, 1060, 2010 (total of 30 quizzes, 12 exams, 4 final exams administered each semester) |