Practical English: Module 1, Conversation with Elements of Practical Phonetics Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-N2FA19.2019

Module name: Practical English: Module 1, Conversation with Elements of Practical Phonetics
Module code: 02-FA-NA-N2PJA1-KFP1
Programme code: W1-N2FA19.2019
Semester: winter semester 2019/2020
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
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:
Knowledge of English at the level CAE Ability to find and make use of various sources of information (English-language web sites, newspapers, other periodicals) Ability to use various kinds of dictionaries, lexicons, and encyclopedias Ability to work individually 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]
knows how to make use of acquired knowledge and skills, and has an ongoing need to increase language competencies and capacities [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_K1]
 FA2_K02 [3/5]
is able to compare, voice opinions, and draw conclusions on the basis of acquired knowledge and given material [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_U1]
 FA2_K01 [3/5] FAN2_U16 [3/5]
can refer in spoken responses to diverse sources of information and a wide range of materials [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_U2]
 FA2_U07 [3/5] FAN2_U16 [3/5]
knows and can make use in English communication of concepts drawn from general knowledge [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W1]
 FA2_W01 [2/5]
knows at an advanced level various syntactic structures and disposes of an advanced vocabulary [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W2]
 FA2_W02 [2/5]
Has an advanced knowledge of cultural and linguistic differences [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W3]
 FA2_W07 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
In-class speaking [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_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.
 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_K1 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_U1 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_U2 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W1 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W2 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W3
Oral assessment [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_w_2]
Oral evaluation can take the form of a presentation prepared by the student on a topic earlier approved by the instructor, and/or oral response o a randomly selected topic chosen from a prepared set, and/or description of a randomly selected picture. The evaluation may take the form of an individual conversation with the student and/or a conversation between students examined in pairs. During the evaluation the student is expected to express his or her views in relation to the selected topic and/or picture and/or theme of presentation. The student received a positive evaluation upon evidence of possessing language competencies at the level C1.
 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_K1 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_U1 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_U2 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W1 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W2 NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_W3
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 [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_fs_1]
During exercises the instructor may make use of various techniques to motivate students to take active part in the lessons. In this regard the instructor may employ: Essays, discussions Presentations Individual and group exercises
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Preparation for class: Reading of articles, essays, or interviews assigned by the instructor. Becoming familiar with audio material recommended by the instructor. Preparation of presentations and for in-class progress evaluations. Participation in consultations.
 25 In-class speaking [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_w_1] Oral assessment [NA-N2PJA1-KFP1_w_2]
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