Development of academic language skills 2300-AE-D
This course is designed to develop students’ academic language skills, focusing on reading,
writing, listening, and speaking in academic contexts. Emphasis will be placed on developing
critical thinking, academic vocabulary, formal writing structures, and effective presentation
techniques. Students will engage in a range of activities to enhance their proficiency and
confidence in academic communication. Upon successful completion of the course, students will
be able to understand and use academic vocabulary appropriately, develop clear and coherent
academic writing skills, analyse and critically engage with academic texts, participate effectively
in academic presentations and discussions, as well as demonstrate competence in listening to
and summarising academic lectures.
Koordynatorzy przedmiotu
Efekty kształcenia
Learning outcomes:
The learning outcomes upon successful completion of this course are formulated to directly
support the programme learning outcome K_U09: The graduate is able to use English fluently
and correctly at a level enabling professional work in the field of adult education, with proficiency
in both oral and written communication at an academic level, at least at the B2+ CEFR level.
In terms of knowledge, the student knows and understands:
● the basic conventions of academic English, including formal register, common academic
vocabulary, and typical structures of academic texts (K_W06, K_U09);
● the role of clarity, coherence, and accuracy in academic communication in English
(K_W06, K_U09).
In terms of skills, the student is able to:
● use English at an upper-intermediate level (B2+) in spoken and written academic contexts
with guidance and support (K_U09);
● write short to medium-length academic texts in English (e.g. paragraphs, short essays,
summaries) using basic academic conventions (K_U09);
● understand and respond to the main ideas of academic texts and lectures in English
(K_U09);
● apply basic paraphrasing, summarising, and referencing techniques in academic tasks
(K_U09);
● participate in guided academic discussions and presentations in English using prepared
language (K_U09).
In terms of social competences, the student shows readiness to:
● participate responsibly in academic learning situations conducted in English, respecting
rules of academic communication (K_K01, K_U09);
● accept feedback on language use in the academic context and use it to improve their
skills (K_K04, K_U09);
● develop confidence in using English for academic purposes as part of their further studies
in adult education (K_K05, K_U09).
Kryteria oceniania
To pass the course, students must:
- actively participate in class work,
- complete all oral and written assignments during the course,
- prepare a presentation on a selected topic and indicate how the discussed content can be
applied in their professional work.
Students may be absent twice during the semester.
Literatura
● Bailey, S. (2018). Academic Writing: A Handbook for International Students (5th ed.). Routledge.
● De Chazal, E., & Moore, J. (2013). Oxford EAP: A course in English for Academic Purposes:
Advanced/C1 Student’s Book. Oxford University Press.
● Selected academic texts on adult education, lifelong learning and developmental activities design
● TED Talks (selected talks for critical reflection and academic discussion).