English 1 (level B1+)

The course consists of two learning outcomes to which all students are subject. Learning outcome 1 - Module A2 - Overall weighting: 1 point out of 20 This remedial module is taken by students who have never done English OR students diagnosed as such via the entrance test. Students may be exempted from this AoA in the diagnostic test at the beginning of the year if they meet the requirements for this level. This module aims to achieve level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Learning outcomes These levels A1-A2 aim at basic competence as described in the Common European Framework for Languages. [1] In general reading comprehension: the learner is able to understand short simple texts on common concrete topics with a high frequency of everyday or work-related language. The learner is also able to understand short, simple texts containing extremely frequent vocabulary, including internationally shared vocabulary. In general listening comprehension: the learner can understand enough to meet concrete needs provided that diction is clear and the rate of speech is slow. The learner can also understand expressions and meaningful words related to areas of immediate priority (e.g. basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). In general oral production: the learner is able to describe or present people, living conditions, daily activities, likes and dislikes in a simple way, using short series of expressions or unarticulated sentences. In general oral interaction: the learner can interact with reasonable ease in well-structured situations and short conversations, provided the interlocutor provides assistance where necessary. The learner can cope with simple everyday exchanges without undue effort; can ask and answer questions and exchange ideas and information on familiar topics in familiar, predictable everyday situations. In written production: the learner is able to write a series of simple expressions and sentences linked by simple connectors such as 'and', 'but' and 'because', about everyday aspects of his/her environment, e.g. people, places, work or study, with sentences linked to between them; give a brief and basic description of an event, past activities and personal experiences. Learning outcome 2 - Module B1+[2] - Overall weighting: 19 out of 20 points All students are subject to this SA. This module aims at mastering the minimum B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages in the 5 skills provided. In general reading comprehension: Understand longer texts related to his/her field of interest and infer the meaning of an unknown word from its context. Search for and find information in a fairly long text, or in several different texts. Identify the sequence and conclusions of an argument without necessarily understanding the details. For example: understand and use a text about a famous figure in the discipline. In general listening comprehension: Follows the main points of a long discussion in his/her presence, provided the language is standard and clearly articulated. Can understand simple technical information, for example instructions for commonly used appliances. Can also understand information in most recorded or broadcast material, provided the topic is familiar and the language is clearly articulated. For example: understand and use videos presenting a university programme. In general speaking: Recount an event with the necessary details to understand it. Describe feelings and reactions. Explain a problem and present solutions. lI can also develop a clear argument and be understood without difficulty most of the time. lI can check with questions whether he/she has been understood. For example: introduce and explain a key concept in the subject. In general oral interaction: Can initiate conversations on familiar topics without preparation, express personal opinions and exchange information on familiar matters of personal interest or relevance to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel, news). Can communicate with some degree of confidence on familiar familiar and routine matters related to his/her field of interest and work. Can express his/her thoughts on an abstract or cultural topic such as films, books, music, etc. For example: convince through interaction that the chosen solution to a disciplinary question is the best one. In general writing: Write simply articulated texts on a range of topics in his/her field, linking a series of discrete elements in a linear sequence. Report on experiences by describing feelings and reactions in simple, articulate text. Telling a story. Writes very brief reports in conventional standard form that convey routine factual information and justify actions. Takes notes in the form of a list of key points in a simple presentation provided the topic is familiar, the formulation direct and the diction clear in everyday language. For example: write an argumentative text on an open question and apply a strategic method to do so. [1] Descriptions: TAGLIANTE, Christine (2005). Evaluation and the Common European Framework. Paris: CLE International. [2] Descriptions: TAGLIANTE, Christine (2005). Evaluation and the Common European Framework. Paris: CLE International.