Module Information
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Seminars / Tutorials | 15 wks x 8 hours pw = 120 hours of seminar type sessions/classes Multi-media language laboratory will support this module as and when needed |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Exam End of module exam – 90 minutes | 50% |
| Semester Assessment | Unit tests Unit tests – grammar and vocab | 50% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Use a range of functions, structures and vocabulary to talk and write about familiar and everyday topics with ease
Present a clear position on a range of familiar and unfamiliar topics on which a student is able to speak and write at length. The interaction has with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction and sustained relationships possible without imposing strain on either party (CEFR B2)
Highlight the personal significance of events and experiences, account for and sustain views clearly by providing relevant explanations and arguments in both writing and speaking (CEFR B2)
Use an adequate range of vocabulary and will attempt to use less common vocabulary but with some inaccuracy
Construct and use a mix of simple and complex sentence forms
Discuss and make comparisons with regard to topical, political, social and cultural issues
Discuss, compare and contrast UK study, work and cultural norms with those of own culture/s
Brief description
This module will develop, extend and consolidate the general & academic language and study skills needed for successful study at AU.
The UK higher education systems and those of the wider cultural system in which it is embedded will also be covered.
Content
The outline below is indicative of the course that this module will cover.
Week 1,2,3,4 Course Introduction
Integrated language skills at CEFR B1, B2 & C1 levels
Grammar focus at CEFR B1, B2 & C1 levels
Culture topics including: gender, education, political, business, art, crime, sport and technology issues etc.
Week 5,6,7,8
Integrated language skills at CEFR B2 & C1 levels
Grammar focus at CEFR B2 & C1 levels
Culture topics including: gender, education, political, business, art, crime, sport and technology issues etc.
Week 9, 10,11,12 Integrated language skills at CEFR B2 & C1 levels
Grammar focus at CEFR B2 & C1 levels
Culture topics including: gender, education, political, business, art, crime, sport and technology issues etc.
Revision and exam preparation
Week 13 Module assessment
Week 14 Further teaching
Week 15 Module feedback + tutorial support
Aims
2. To develop, extend and consolidate students’ grammar and vocabulary skills and knowledge (language input)
3. To give practice in the independent learner study skills required to function effectively in a higher education learning environment
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | |
| Communication | This module develops communication and literacy skills through weekly presentations and vocabulary extension activities |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | This module incorporates targeted individual learning tutorials to encourage students to assess and analyze their own learning and performance. |
| Information Technology | Students will also be encouraged to search the web for sources of information and use presentation software for the presentations. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | |
| Problem solving | Developing language skills involves problem solving to find and record the key information required to comprehend texts |
| Research skills | This module will involve students actively and independently researching topics for presentations |
| Subject Specific Skills | Academic English study skills |
| Team work | This module involves students working in pairs and teams to develop their language skills |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 3