Learning Belarusian C2 3221-S2-FBA-NJB21-OG

The task of the instructor is to consolidate and improve the language skills acquired at level C1.

The ability to create written texts (e.g. a report or a press article devoted to a selected issue, a summary of a scientific article, a note from a listened lecture, a television broadcast or an interview) and spoken texts (public speech, press report) is developed and improved.

The vocabulary from various fields is expanded (primarily in the scope of basic specialist vocabulary from selected fields). The ability to correctly construct specialist texts in Belarusian, use idiomatic expressions, phraseological units, distinguish between industry and colloquial vocabulary, and take care of the culture of the language is improved. The ability to translate selected technical texts is improved. Journalistic texts about the culture and economy of Belarus are read, and the ability to use available materials on websites analytically and critically is developed.

Estimated number of hours needed to achieve the defined learning outcomes:

a) number of contact hours: 30 hrs (1 ECTS);

b) ongoing preparation for classes: 15 hrs (0.5 ECTS);

c) preparation of longer written works and oral presentations: 15 hrs (0.5 ECTS);

Type of course

foreign languages
general courses

Mode

Classroom

Prerequisites (description)

The course activities are focused on completing complex tasks related to work and studies (level C2).

Course coordinators

Vieranika Bandarovich

Learning outcomes

Knowledge: the graduate knows and understands
K2_W05; in-depth knowledge of the functioning of language in various contexts, including literature, culture, religion, history, art, politics, economy and media
K2_W06; in-depth knowledge of the nature of language, the essence and the impact of historical and cultural changes on its development
K2_W10; in-depth knowledge of interlingual differences and similarities and appropriate interlingual transfer techniques
K2_W11; in-depth knowledge of the essence of specialist communication, its limitations and challenges
K2_W12 concepts and principles in the field of intellectual property protection, including copyright law in particular

Skills: the graduate is able to
K2_U01; search, analyze, evaluate, select and use information using multilingual sources, including Internet sources, in unpredictable conditions
K2_U05; formulate and test hypotheses related to simple research problems in the field of linguistics
K2_U10; recognize types of specialist texts and conduct their linguistic analysis
K2_U12; communicate using various communication channels and techniques in a selected foreign language
K2_U13; prepare correct, extensive, clear and coherent written works in a foreign language on selected topics, also within the scope of specialist communication
K2_U15; use a foreign language at the level indicated in the subject description, also within the scope of specialist communication
K2_U16; manage teamwork and cooperate within teamwork
K2_U17 independently plan and implement one's own lifelong learning and direct others in this area

Social competences: the graduate is ready to
K2_K01; critically evaluate the knowledge they possess and the content they receive
K2_K04 correctly identify and resolve professional dilemmas while maintaining the tradition and principles of professional ethics and developing one's own professional competences

Assessment criteria

Conditions for admission to the final exam:

- 2 absences from classes are allowed

- systematic preparation of the assigned material for classes

- timely completion of homework and control tests

- active participation in work on presentations, individual and group speeches

The final exam is in written form and consists of a grammar and vocabulary test, a translation task and an essay on one of three topics to choose from.

Percentage scale of grades for the written assignment:

Below 51% – 2.0 (unsatisfactory grade)

51% – 60% – 3.0 (satisfactory grade)

61% – 70% – 3.5 (satisfactory plus grade)

71% – 80% – 4.0 (good grade)

81% – 90% – 4.5 (good plus grade)

91% – 98% – 5.0 (very good grade)

99% – 100% – 5! (excellent grade)

Essay - criteria:

a/ compliance with the topic,

b/ compliance with the required form,

c/ composition,

d/ volume of work,

e/ linguistic richness,

f/ linguistic correctness

The final grade is: 50% of the grade from the course + 50% of the grade from the final test.

Bibliography

Sources: philological texts selected by lecturers, publications in specialist journals; audiovisual materials; websites of institutions, offices, etc.

Additional information

Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes:

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