This course critically explores the following areas of second language vocabulary:
▪ Vocabulary description: Types of lexical items, vocabulary size, word frequency lists, and text coverage.
▪ Vocabulary acquisition: Incidental vocabulary acquisition, intentional vocabulary learning, and the role of vocabulary in language and literacy development.
▪ Vocabulary pedagogy: A balanced framework for vocabulary development, vocabulary teaching techniques, and the lexical approach.
▪ Vocabulary assessment: An overview of the main types of vocabulary tests and a framework for assessing vocabulary knowledge.
The course combines a theoretical approach with practical tasks intended to improve the professional practice of prospective and current second language teachers.
Please note the course is also cross-listed with LLED 480E 062.