Practical English: Module 4 - Conversation 4 Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Practical English: Module 4 - Conversation 4
Module code: W1-FA-KX-S1-P1-KW2-4
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
  • summer semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
The module aims to further improve students’ practical English skills in terms of fluency of speech, language correctness, and pronunciation. It also develops techniques of effective verbal communication and continues to train ways of constructing logical and coherent arguments by introducing elements of practical rhetoric. The module deepens proficiency in interactive communication skills such as active listening techniques and extracting key information. The module also pays attention to further developing students' range of vocabulary and language structures, and expanding their linguistic and cultural awareness. The module introduces students to the specific organisation and types of oral responses according to cultural context.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Practical English: Module 1 - Conversation 1
Key reading:
Specified in the syllabus.
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]
Understands the need for continuous improvement of language skills. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_K_1]
 FA1_K01 [3/5]
Is aware of the influence of grammatical correctness on the efficient achievement of communication objectives. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_K_2]
 FA1_K05 [2/5]
Can actively and correctly use appropriate vocabulary and grammatical structures in oral communication. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_1]
 FA1_U08 [4/5]
Can participate in a variety of communication situations, adapting the way they speak and the type of argument to the social and cultural context. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_2]
 FA1_U08 [3/5] FA1_U09 [3/5] FA1_U16 [2/5]
Can carry on a conversation in a structured and communicative way using correct language structures and appropriate argumentation techniques. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_3]
 FA1_U08 [4/5] FA1_U16 [3/5]
Has an active knowledge of vocabulary and language structures that enables them to construct longer oral responses at near proficiency level. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_W_1]
 FA1_W03 [4/5] FA1_W06 [3/5] FA1_W15 [4/5]
Knows patterns of organisation and types of oral expression in different cultural contexts and the basic elements of practical rhetoric, and is aware of their influence on the speaker's image. [KX-S1-PNKO4-4_W_2]
 FA1_W05 [3/5] FA1_W06 [3/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
in-class speaking [KX-S1PNJ4-KW4_w_1]
Assessment of students’ speaking skills including continuous assessment of students’ active participation in classroom activities and assessment of at least one more longer oral response (e.g. in the form of a presentation or participation in a debate).
 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_K_1 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_K_2 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_1 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_2 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_3 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_W_1 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_W_2
final speaking exam [KX-S1PNJ4-KW4_w_3]
Assessment of students’ speaking skills in pairs or individually on the basis of a randomly selected written or visual prompt.
 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_K_1 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_K_2 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_1 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_2 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_U_3 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_W_1 KX-S1-PNKO4-4_W_2
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 [KMT-S1-PNKO4-4_fs_1]
The instructor makes use of various techniques to encourage students to take an active part in the classes: discussions, debates, games, presentations, essays, panel discussions, and individual and group exercises. Furthermore, use is made of visual aids, both pictures and (to the extent suitable) objects, and authentic press articles, speeches, etc.; moreover multimedia sources are also used: films, songs, and audio recordings of debates and interviews.
 30
Preparation for classes through becoming acquainted with material recommended by the instructor. Preparation for longer oral responses. Preparation for the final speaking test. Participation in consultations with the instructor.
 45 in-class speaking [KX-S1PNJ4-KW4_w_1] final speaking exam [KX-S1PNJ4-KW4_w_3]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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