Course Title

Modern Trends in English Language

Course Number

473583

Instructor Name

وليد عبد اللطيف خضر سلامة

Contact Information

Semester(s) and academic year(s)

Second Semester 2026
First Semester 2025

Compulsory / Elective

Elective

The course discusses the development and current issues related to teaching english. it provides students with opportunities to study and analyse current research and master thesis related to teaching english, also it provides opportunity for students to evaluate english curriculum through current research.

Course Objectives – Current Issues in English Language Teaching

The course aims to:

1. Introduce students to the development and contemporary issues in English language teaching.

2. Develop students’ abilities to critically analyze current research studies and master’s theses in the field of English language teaching.

3. Enhance students’ understanding of emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in English language education.

4. Enable students to evaluate English language curricula based on current research and theoretical perspectives.

5. Develop students’ skills in applying research findings to improve English language teaching practices and curriculum development.

Intended Learning Outcomes and Competences

نواتج التعلم المستهدفة والكفايات

Knowledge and Understanding

• Explain the development, trends, and current issues in English language teaching.

• Understand the role of research in informing English language teaching and curriculum development.

Skills

• Analyze and critically evaluate current research studies and master’s theses related to English language teaching.

• Evaluate English language curricula based on research evidence and contemporary perspectives.

• Apply research findings to identify challenges and propose improvements in English language teaching practices.

Competences

• Demonstrate critical thinking and research-oriented approaches to addressing issues in English language education.

• Engage in continuous professional learning and contribute to the development of English language teaching and curriculum practices.

• Richards, J. C. (2022). Key Issues in Language Teaching. Cambridge University Press.
• Harmer, J. (2023). The Practice of English Language Teaching (6th ed.). Pearson.
• Nation, I. S. P., & Macalister, J. (2021). Language Curriculum Design (2nd ed.). Routledge.