Practical English: Module 2, Conversation (2) Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-N2FA19.2021

Module name: Practical English: Module 2, Conversation (2)
Module code: W1-FA-JB-N2PJA-KW2-3
Programme code: W1-N2FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
Students in conversation classes develop their English speaking skills on the level CAE/CP-C1, improve their speaking fluency and the correctness of their speech and accent. Students are also engaged in interactive exercises to further their communicative skills. During class, particular attention is paid to the development of vocabulary (including specialized vocabulary), and, due to prepared themes, the development of students’ awareness of cultural and linguistic factors. During class, attention is also paid to students’ correct interpretation of linguistic signals, and students should also improve their ability to express views based upon acquired general knowledge. In the course of the lessons the instructor may make use of various topics and themes in order to encourage discussion, inspire the students to engage actively in the work, and permit them to further develop their own interests.
Prerequisites:
Evaluation of module 1 Knowledge of English at level CAE Ability to seek out and make use of various sources of information (English-language websites, newspapers, other periodicals) Ability to make use of dictionaries, lexicons and encyclopedias Ability to work singly and in groups
Key reading:
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Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
makes use of and at the same time continuously expands fund of general knowledge; is able in English to make appropriate reference to a variety of cultural, political, economic and social contexts [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_K1]
 FA2_K04 [2/5]
is capable of employing different varieties of speech with regard to the style and speech registers that are appropriate to them [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_U1]
 FA2_U04 [2/5]
is able to make use of and properly employ different lexical terminologies [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_U2]
 FA2_U07 [2/5]
has advanced knowledge of general vocabulary and also of specialized terminology [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W1]
 FA2_W02 [2/5]
has knowledge of different varieties of speech, their structure and application [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W2]
 FA2_W03 [2/5]
has knowledge of a variety of styles and speech registers [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W3]
 FA2_W06 [3/5]
knows the differences between the principal varieties of English [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W4]
 FA2_W07 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
In-class speaking [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_w_1]
The student should read the written material, and/or listen to audio material, assigned by the instructor, and then be prepared to take an active part in the class. Students are assessed in continuous fashion on the basis of their participation – shorter or longer responses, degree of engagement in tasks, and preparation for the lesson.
 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_K1 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_U1 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_U2 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W1 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W2 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W3 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W4
Oral exam [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_w_2]
In the course of a conversation lasting several minutes (either singly with the instructor or together in pairs), students select at random a topic, and/or a picture from prepared sets. They then describe the selected picture, and/or discuss the selected topic, in both cases making comparisons, airing opinions, and including references to wider themes or issues as appropriate. The student receives a positive evaluation if he or she demonstrates a spoken language competence at the level C1
 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_K1 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_U1 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_U2 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W1 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W2 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W3 JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_W4
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
practical classes [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_fs_1]
During exercises the instructor may make use of various techniques to enhance active participation in the tasks. To this aim, the instructor may employ: Presentations, discussions, Essays, Individual and group exercises
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Preparation for classes: Reading of articles, essays or interviews assigned by the instructor. Becoming acquainted with audio material recommended by the instructor. Preparation for in-class presentations and progress evaluations Preparation for final exam. Participation in consultations.
 25 In-class speaking [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_w_1] Oral exam [JB-N2PNJA-KW2-3_w_2]
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