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Course: English for Non-Linguists 1

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Course title English for Non-Linguists 1
Course code UCJ/AJNF1
Organizational form of instruction Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 1
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 2
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Dömischová Ivona, PhDr. Ph.D.
  • Gregar Jan, Mgr.
  • Anténe Petr, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Flajšar Jiří, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Valešová Linda, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
The course is focused on general English. It develops the knowledge of lexical-grammatical structures in comparison with Czech language. There is emphasis on communicative English, development of speaking and reading. The course covers grammar and vocabulary comprised in Unit 1-6 of the assigned main course material.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook)
  • Homework for Teaching - 12 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 10 hours per semester
  • Attendace - 24 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim of the language teaching is the development, acquisition of skills in general English. The focus is mainly on grammar structures in comparison with the Czech language, vocabulary development, reading and speaking skills.
Ability to use English in everyday situations.
Prerequisites
Students are supposed to have knowledge of English language at A2 level of CEFR . This knowledge covers all language skills including reading comprehension, listening comprehension, writing and speaking. The requirements also include knowledge of grammar and vocabulary at the requested level.

Assessment methods and criteria
unspecified
80% active attendance in seminars, To pass a credit test that is structured as a standardized test aimed at the A2/B1 level knowledge covering the Use of English, Vocabulary and Reading parts. Passing line is 66%. To pass an exam in the end of the summer term, students have to gain 70%. Dictionaries cannot be used during tests.
Recommended literature
  • Coe, N., Harrison, M., Paterson, K. Oxford Practice Grammar, Oxford University Press 2008..
  • Gairns, R.; Redman, S. Oxford Word Skills Basic. Oxford University Press 2008..
  • Murphy, R.. English Grammar in Use , Cambridge: Cambridge University Press 1994.
  • Oxenden, C., Latham-Koenig, C. English File pre-intermediate (third edition).
  • Swan, M. Practical English Usage, Oxford University Press 2008..
  • Wehmeier, S. Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary (8th edition), Oxford University.


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Palacký University Olomouc, date of update: 09.06.2024 00:06.