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English Speaking in Interaction ( Bachelor Year 2 / Spring)

English Speaking in Interaction ( Bachelor Year 2 / Spring)

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Résumé

Bachelor in Applied Foreign Languages (English) / Faculty of Liberal Arts

Details

Conditions of submission
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Course Information

Bachelor year 2 12 HOURS
Spring Semester 2 ECTS
Tutorials (TD)
Professor: Ian TUCKER
Course Code: FDL_LEA_L2_S4_AN_EXPR_T2

Introduction

The course is based on press reviews and presentations by the students, followed by debates, with students given the opportunity to explore topics relating to their own interests.

Objectives

The course aims to develop students’ spoken skills in relation to current affairs and topics in the news, to enable them to take part in nuanced discussion using appropriate language, and to demonstrate an understanding of context and perspective in news reporting.

Admission

Prerequisites training

An appropriate level of spoken English and willingness to participate in discussion at degree level.

Program

Methods of Instruction

A short presentation of an exemplar topic by the instructor will be followed by the opportunity for class discussion and debate. Wherever possible, students will have the chance to choose their own topics, and time will be given to prepare and debate in small groups.
 

Assessment and Final Grade

Continuous assessment, including one individual and one group presentation during the term, in addition to general class participation.
 

Course Requirements

Regular attendance, class participation in speaking activities, and satisfactory completion of the two oral presentations.