English for specific purposes 4100-IMNJASP
The course aims to develop the student's receptive skills, note-taking from listening, extended listening skills, reading for speaking / presentation purposes, and use of multimedia to focus on contemporary issues in specific ESP topics. Furthermore, it aims to develop a C1+ level use of English / academic skills by researching areas in the ESP world: journals, reports, online media. More specifically, the course works on the following areas: academic register / style / vocabulary; conciseness; advanced collocations; nuance and multiple meanings; negotiation and power-sharing. In the winter semester, the follwoing areas are covered: the language of money and finance, health and wellbeing, legal English and contemporary themes in education (with an emphasis on the UK). Students also have the opportunity to practise their presentational skills and the language of argumentation and speculation. The ability to form form conclusions; PowerPoint design; spoken fluency: pronunciation, intonation and stress; and using notes for extended speaking / writing assignments.
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Term 2023Z:
Receptive skills Lexis Productive skills |
Term 2024Z:
Receptive skills Lexis Productive skills |
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Type of course
General: obligatory courses | Term 2024Z: foreign languages Master's seminars | Term 2023Z: foreign languages Master's seminars |
Mode
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, a student will be able to (use) :
K_W02 essential terminology relating to: pedagogy
and education studies relevant to teaching foreign languages
K_W17 to a significant extent, the process of interpersonal communication and social patterns in English: its regularities and disruptions.
K_U01 search, analyse, evaluate, select and use information, using a variety
of sources and methods, including advanced information and
communication techniques, in English.
K_U03 evaluate and conduct a critical analysis of the quality of foreign
language teaching and, optionally, the quality of teaching social
studies; diagnose the needs, abilities and potential of every learner, as
well as design and implement individually tailored teaching and
educational programmes.
K_U17 communicate on specialised topics and conduct an argument using the
views of other authors and formulate conclusions in English.
K_U18 communicate in English, conduct a debate using a variety of channels and techniques, with all participants in the teaching-learning process and experts in those academic disciplines that are relevant to the field of studies – teaching foreign languages in English.
K_U19 prepare written work in English relevant to their field of studies, at an advanced level, on specific issues, using advanced theoretical approaches and a variety of
sources.
K_U21 speak and write consistently and precisely in English on topics related to educational matters, applying different theoretical approaches and using findings from other disciplines related to the field of studies.
K_U22 present their ideas, concerns, suggestions and arguments, in English (C1+) supporting them with chosen theoretical perspectives and diverse viewpoints (C1+).
K_U23 use language skills at CEFR level C1+ in English, including the specificity of academic language and that of classroom communication.
K_U27 continuously acquire knowledge and develop their professional competences in teaching foreign languages and, optionally, social
studies using a variety of sources (in English), and new technologies (ICT).
Assessment criteria
Semester 5
Assessment for the end of semester grade is based on the following:
Active participation 30pts
Essay 30pts
Short presentation 40pts
Practical placement
Not applicable
Bibliography
Ahrens, S. (2017). How to take smart notes. Createspace.
Cohen, L. (2017). Research methods in education. Routledge.
Chandler, Kate et al. (2013). Pearson test of English academic practice tests plus. Pearson Longman.
Chitty, C. (2014). Educational policy in Britain. Contemporary Political Studies.
Dudley-Evans. (1998). Developments in English for specific purposes Cambridge.
McMahon, M. (2010). Contemporary issues in learning and teaching. Sage.
Mroz, Anne (ed). The times educational supplement. TES Global.
Paltridge, B. (2014). Handbook of English for special purposes. John Wiley.
IELTS materials (academic profile)
Lecturer’s own materials
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Term 2023Z:
Ahrens, S. (2017). How to take smart notes. Createspace. Mroz, Anne (ed). The times educational supplement. TES Global. Paltridge, B. (2014). Handbook of English for special purposes. John Wiley. |
Term 2024Z:
Ahrens, S. (2017). How to take smart notes. Createspace. Mroz, Anne (ed). The times educational supplement. TES Global. Paltridge, B. (2014). Handbook of English for special purposes. John Wiley. |
Notes
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Term 2023Z:
The course is both synchronous and asynchronous. Students are limited to ONE absence during the 2021 winter semester. In exceptional circumstances, consult with your subject teacher. Any home assignments that are uploaded by the teacher MUST also have some classroom time dedicated to feedback, etc. |
Term 2024Z:
The course is held onsite. Materials and tasks will be provided on the KAMPUS platform. Students are limited to TWO absence during the 2024 winter semester. In exceptional circumstances, consult with your subject teacher. Any home assignments that are uploaded by the teacher MUST also have some classroom time dedicated to feedback, etc. |
Additional information
Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system: