Practical English 3222-30PA5C-N
The course is intended for students continuing their English language education at the B2 level according to the CEFR. The aim of the course is to further develop language competences enabling effective and fluent communication in everyday, academic, and professional contexts, as well as to achieve B2+ level proficiency according to the CEFR.
During the course, students improve their listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills while systematically expanding their knowledge of more advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures characteristic of the B2+ level. The teaching process focuses on developing students’ linguistic independence and precision through the production of extended, coherent, and accurate spoken and written statements on concrete, abstract, and specialist topics.
Students develop the ability to understand complex and demanding texts and utterances, participate actively in discussions, and present arguments and opinions in a fluent, logical, and context-appropriate manner. The course also prepares students to use specialist language related to academic and professional contexts efficiently and to apply different language registers consciously and appropriately.
Student workload:
contact hours (in-class instruction) – 30 hours
preparation for classes – 15 hours
preparation for the course assessment – 15 hours
Total: 60 hours – 2 ECTS credits
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The aim of this course is for students to master the English language to a degree that enables them to communicate in everyday situations at the B2 level. Students will learn to understand the main points of complex texts on concrete and abstract topics. Students will be able to understand the main points of complex texts on concrete and abstract topics. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can make clear and detailed oral or written statements on a wide range of subjects and express a viewpoint on matters under discussion, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. Student workload: |
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Prerequisites (description)
Learning outcomes
The graduate has the ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing in accordance with the requirements of level B2+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (K1_W10)
The graduates are able to communicate orally and in writing in English according to the requirements of level B2+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (K1_U10)
The graduates are able to critically evaluate their knowledge and contents (K1_K01)
Assessment criteria
Assessment Methods and Criteria
The course is completed with a graded assessment in the form of a written final test.
Requirements for passing the course and being admitted to the final assessment:
regular preparation for classes,
obtaining passing grades in progress tests, translation tests and written assignments,
preparation of individual and group presentations,
attendance in accordance with the University of Warsaw Study Regulations.
Components of the final grade:
progress tests, translation tests and written assignments – 25%,
individual and group presentations – 25%,
final assessment – 50%.
Written final test – grading scale:
99%–100% – 5! (excellent with distinction),
96%–98% – 5 (very good),
87%–95% – 4+ (good plus),
78%–86% – 4 (good),
69%–77% – 3+ (satisfactory plus),
60%–68% – 3 (satisfactory),
below 60% – 2 (fail).
Assessment Criteria for the Final PNJA Test
The final test includes tasks assessing knowledge of grammatical and lexical structures, listening and reading comprehension, integrated-skills tasks, and a short written assignment.
The final test grade is determined on the basis of the number of points obtained, according to the percentage thresholds specified above.
Assessment Criteria for Progress Tests
Progress tests assess the degree of mastery of the lexical and grammatical material covered during the course. Assessment is based on the accuracy of task completion and the level of mastery of the material included in the scope of a given test.
Assessment Criteria for Translation Tests
Assessment is based on the linguistic accuracy of the translation, the appropriateness of lexical and grammatical choices, preservation of the meaning of the source text, and the naturalness and communicative effectiveness of the target text.
Assessment Criteria for Written Assignments
Assessment is based on task achievement, compliance with the required format, coherence and logical organisation of the text, grammatical and lexical accuracy, and the appropriateness of the language used.
Assessment Criteria for Individual and Group Presentations
Assessment is based on task achievement, accuracy and range of language, fluency of delivery, the ability to communicate content clearly and effectively, and the level of engagement in the preparation and presentation of the material.
Attendance Requirements
Students are entitled to two unexcused absences. Any additional absence must be justified. The course instructor determines the method of making up any further unexcused absences.
If a student does not meet the requirements for passing the course by the final class of the semester, they may obtain a course grade under the same conditions during the regular examination session and the resit examination session.
Bibliography
1. Cotton, D., Falvey, D. Kent, S. (2014). New Language Leader. ADVANCED. Pearson Education Limited.
2. Murphy R. (2004), English grammar in use, 3rd edition, Cambridge University Press;
3.The instructor’s own materials (including open-access teaching materials published online on the YouTube platform).
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Cotton D., Falvey D., Kent S., (2014) New Language leader coursebook upper-intermediate, Pearson Education Limited McCarthy M., O'Dell., (2017) English Vocabulary in Use upper-intermediate, Cambridge University Press Hewings M., (2014) Upper-intermediate Grammar in Use, Cambridge University Press Evans V., (2014) Successful Writing upper-intermediate, Pearson Education Limited |
Notes
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If it is not possible to conduct classes on university premises, classes |