English Grammar 4100-1SGJA

K_W03 - the student knows and understands grammatical forms and syntactic structures in English of different levels of complexity, relevant for B2/B2+ level

K_W03, K_U01 - the student explains the rules concerning the use of grammatical forms of different levels of complexity – from simple forms to more complex ones

K_U07 - the student recognises and classifies typical grammar mistakes in order to improve his/her own language competence

K_U28 - the student correctly uses the terminology related to English grammar, indispensable in teaching the subject “the English language”

K_U32 - the student individually develops his/her knowledge of English grammar by means of different sources, including foreign ones, and technology

K_K01- the student reflects on and shows criticism towards his/her knowledge of English grammar

K_K02 - the student asks for experts’ opinions in the case of having difficulties in analysing grammar structures

K_K05 - the student adopts universal rules and ethical norms, showing respect for every person and demanding this from others

In order to be able to pass the course, it is necessary to attend classes (two absences in each semester are allowed) and to do on time all the tasks specified during the classes in the classroom and on the e-learning platform.

The final grade is determined on the basis of the results achieved within the methods and criteria of grading adopted, following the scales provided.

The use of AI and the technologies supporting language processing is admissible only when approved by the teacher and after the scope of this use has been determined.

The use of this kind of tools without the teacher’s approval and prior arrangements will be treated as a violation of self-reliance rules – resulting in the work being treated as non self-reliant and graded as insufficient.

Grading methods
1. Grammar test (60%) – the test checking the knowledge of and ability to analyse syntactic structures (K_W03, K_U01)

2. Exercises on the e-learning platform (40%) – exercises which consolidate theoretical knowledge (K_U07, K_U028, K_U32, K_K01, K_K02, K_K05)

Grading criteria and the scales adopted
Gramamr test (60pts.)
- the grammar accuracy of the answers provided and the scope of knowledge

Exercises on the e-learning platform (40 pts.)
- the grammar accuracy of the answers provided and the numer of attempts taken

Grading scales
91-100 - very good (5,0)
81-90 - good plus (4,5)
71-80 - good (4,0)
61-70 - satisfactory plus (3,5)
51 -60 - satisfactory (3,0)
0- 50 insufficient (2,0)

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