Practical English: Module 2- Conversation (1) Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-N2FA19.2020

Module name: Practical English: Module 2- Conversation (1)
Module code: W1-FA-NA-N2PJA2-KW-2
Programme code: W1-N2FA19.2020
Semester: summer semester 2020/2021
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
Students in conversation class develop their speaking skills in English at the level CAE/CPE-C1, improve their speech fluency, their degree of correctness and their accent. Students are also engaged in interactive communicative exercises. During lessons, particular attention is paid to the expansion of vocabulary, especially thematic vocabulary, and also (due to the prepared themes) the deepening of students’ linguistic and cultural awareness. During the classes care is also taken to monitor the correct interpretation of linguistic transmissions, and the students should build their ability to express their views on the basis of acquired general knowledge. In the course of the lesson the instructor may make use of various topics, which can enhance discussion, engage students in the assigned tasks, and encourage them to further develop and explore their own interests
Prerequisites:
Evaluation of module 1 - Conversation with elements of phonetics Knowledge of English at level CAE/CPE 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 [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_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 [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_U1]
 FA2_U04 [2/5] FAN2_U16 [3/5]
is able to make use of and properly employ different lexical terminologies [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_U2]
 FA2_U07 [2/5] FAN2_U16 [3/5]
has advanced knowledge of general vocabulary and also of specialized terminology [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W1]
 FA2_W02 [2/5] FA2_W03 [2/5]
has knowledge of different varieties of speech, their structure and application [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W2]
 FA2_W03 [3/5]
has knowledge of a variety of styles and speech registers [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W3]
 FA2_W06 [3/5]
knows the differences between the principal varieties of English [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W4]
 FA2_W07 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
In-class speaking [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_w_1]
Students should prepare for classes by reading the texts set by the instructor, and/or becoming familiar with recommended audio materials, and should then participate actively in the lesson. Students are assessed in a continuous fashion based upon their partici[pation – longer or shorter responses, degree of activity, and preparation for class.
 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_K1 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_U1 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_U2 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W1 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W2 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W3 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W4
Oral exam [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_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.
 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_K1 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_U1 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_U2 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W1 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W2 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_W3 NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_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 [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_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 [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_w_1] Oral exam [NA-N2PJA2-KW-2_w_2]
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