TEDX1334X - English Language Learner: Linguistics
Course Description
Information provided in this course has been divided into four chapters, which should be completed in the order in which they are presented in the program. Once you have completed these four chapters, you should have a better understanding of linguistics. This course will give you the knowledge and skills to create morphological trees and use the International Phonetic Alphabet. This course will include discussions on phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. You are strongly encouraged to read additional journal articles, books, and research materials outside the course material to gain a better understanding of current issues related to educating students who are learning English as a second language.
View English Language Learner: Linguistics syllabus for additional information.
Key Benefits
- 100% online self-paced course.
- No prior experience required.
- No textbooks and other materials required for purchase.
Learning Modules Include
- Chapter 1: What Is Linguistics?
- This chapter focuses on the science and principles of linguistics, including sociolinguistics, pragmatics, structural linguistics, systemic-functional linguistics, discourse analysis, text linguistics, deep grammar, and current trends.
- Chapter 2: Phonology & Phonetics
- Chapter 2 focuses on the knowledge and skills of phonology, phonetics, phonemes, the International Phonetic Alphabet, and best practices in the classroom.
- Chapter 3: Morphology, Semantics, Pragmatics
- This chapter focuses on morphology, semantics, pragmatics, and instructional methods for teaching these in the ELL classroom and the content classroom.
- Chapter 4: Syntax & Pragmatics
- This chapter focuses on syntax, pragmatics, and instructional methods for teaching these in the ELL classroom and the content classroom.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Understand the origins, structure, and development of language and its application to other areas of humanistic and scientific knowledge.
- Understand the general characteristics of the structure of language, including its phonological sound system, word structure, and phrase and sentence patterns.
- Identify the terminology used to describe and analyze the structure and systems of language.
- Identify basic principles of linguistic theory.
- Consider linguistic diversity a wealth, not a problem.
Requirements to Enroll
No application is needed to enroll. All learners are eligible to enroll in the course. There are no admission requirements. It is recommended that learners have a high school diploma or GED, and have basic computer and internet knowledge.
Semester Open-Enrollment Schedule:
- Spring = January - April
- Summer = May - August
- Fall = September - December
*Please note that students are only allowed to register max 5 TEDX courses per semester period*
Estimated Time to Completion
This course can be completed in approximately 40 hours of asynchronous work.
Access Time
Learners will have access to their course learning modules for up to 365 days from the date of enrollment.
CEUs and PDUs
- CEUs 4.0 National University Continuing Education Units
Certificate of Completion
Learners will be awarded a National University Workforce and Community Education, Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion after satisfying the course requirements below:
- Complete all four information sections showing a competent understanding of the material presented in each section.
- Complete all four section examinations, showing a competent understanding of the material presented. You must obtain an overall score of 70% or higher, with no individual exam score below 50%, to pass this course. *Please note: Minimum exam score requirements may vary by college or university; therefore, you should refer to your course addendum to determine what your minimum exam score requirements are.
- Complete a review of any section on which your examination score was below 50%.
- Retake any examination, after completing an information review, to increase that examination score to a minimum of 50%, making sure to also be achieving an overall exam score of a minimum 70% (maximum of three attempts). *Please note: Minimum exam score requirements may vary by college or university; therefore, you should refer to your course addendum to determine what your minimum exam score requirements are.
- Complete a course evaluation form at the end of the course.
Refund Policy
We at National University want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding learning experience. In the event that a student is not completely satisfied with a course, we offer a refund policy to ensure satisfaction.
To be eligible for a refund, the student must submit a written request, including a valid reason, within 9 calendar days of registering for the course. Additionally, the student must not have attempted more than 25% of the course.
To request a refund, email PACE@nu.edu and include your full name, student ID, and course name. Your reason for requesting a refund will be carefully reviewed, and we reserve the right to refuse a refund if we determine the request to be invalid.
If you meet the eligibility criteria and are approved for a refund, we will issue a refund to your original method of payment within 60 days of the refund approval.