Vietnamese language - beginner + basic level in English 3623-WIEA1-A2-eng
A1 (Semester 1):
After a course at this level, the student, when speaking slowly and clearly, understands basic expressions concerning themselves, their family, and their immediate surroundings. In written text, they understand familiar vocabulary, names, and simple sentences. They are able to read information found in advertisements, posters, and catalogs, for example. The student can communicate in a simple manner provided the other person is prepared to repeat the information at a slower pace and help formulate what they want to say. They can ask and answer questions about everyday life, their own needs, and familiar topics. They can use simple phrases and sentences to describe their place of residence, origin, and people they know. They can write short, simple texts, such as holiday greetings. They can fill out forms with personal information, including their nationality, occupation, and address in a hotel registration form.
A2 (Semester 2):
After a course at this level, the student understands expressions and frequently used vocabulary related to areas of life most familiar to them (e.g., basic information about themselves and their family, shopping, the geography of their region, employment). Can grasp the main point of short, clear, simple messages and announcements. Can read very short, simple texts. Can locate detailed, predictable information in simple, everyday materials such as announcements, advertisements, brochures, menus, timetables, and simple personal letters. Can communicate in simple, routine situations requiring a simple, direct exchange of information on familiar topics. Can cope with simple social situations, even if they cannot understand everything and cannot yet sustain a conversation independently. Can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe, in simple terms, their family and other people, living conditions, their education, and their current and most recent job. Can write short, simple notes and messages regarding matters related to urgent needs. Can write personal letters, such as thank-yous, emails, and text messages.
Type of course
Learning outcomes
After completing level A1, the student:
SKILLS
A1-U1 - Communicates on topics related to everyday life and in simple social situations
A1_U2 - Identifies messages in selected, simple materials of various types and verbal messages
A1_U3 - Understands information contained in selected, simple, everyday materials
A1_U4 - Presents information orally and in writing using mastered structures
KNOWLEDGE
A1_W1 - Possesses the vocabulary necessary to navigate the language space
A1_W2 - Possesses basic knowledge of the language system
A1_W3 - Knows selected issues related to the geography of the country or region
SOCIAL COMPETENCES
A1_K1 - Can work collaboratively in a group
A1_K2 - Knows learning strategies and understands the need for self-education and lifelong learning
A1_K3 - Knows basic customs and related verbal and non-verbal reactions in a given area Cultural and linguistic
A1_K4 - Recognizes cultural differences and demonstrates tolerance for the diversity of language users.
After completing level A2, the student:
SKILLS
A2_U1 - Communicates with relative ease on topics related to everyday life and in typical social situations.
A2_U2 - Identifies messages in selected, simple materials of various types and verbal communications necessary to achieve a non-linguistic goal.
A2_U3 - Understands and uses information contained in selected, simple everyday texts.
A2_U4 - Presents information orally and in writing, providing simple justification for decisions.
A2_U5 - Can search for simple source information using various resources and methods.
KNOWLEDGE
A2_W1 - Has general knowledge of the language system.
A2_W2 - Has knowledge of the culture of the language area.
A2_W3 - Knows selected issues related to the history and geography of the country or region.
COMPETENCIES SOCIAL
A2_K1 – is able to work collaboratively in a group
A2_K2 – knows learning strategies and understands the need for self-education and lifelong learning
A2_K3 – is able to express one's intentions and beliefs in accordance with the requirements of a given culture, as well as understand the intentions of others
A2_K4 – is sensitive to problems arising from cultural differences
Assessment criteria
a. Passing the course consists of the following elements: class participation: 25% of the grade; test, partial test, and homework results: 25% of the grade; and the final test result: 50% of the grade.
b. To obtain a passing grade, students must demonstrate achievement in each of the above-mentioned categories (a student who receives 0% in any category will not receive a pass).
c. Grading Scale
99 – 100% 5! (excellent)
93 – 98% 5 (very good)
87 – 92% 4+ (good plus)
77– 86% 4 (good)
71 – 76% 3+ (sufficient plus)
60 – 70% 3 (sufficient)
d. For completing the 60-hour course, i.e., achieving the intended learning outcomes, the student receives 2 ECTS. e. For completing a 30-hour course, meaning achieving the intended learning outcomes, a student receives 1 ECTS.
f. For 60-hour courses, students may miss up to 6 hours of classes without an excuse. For 30-hour courses, students may miss up to four hours of classes without an excuse.