Course Details

English

MF0470

Course
English
Code
MF0470
Academic Year
2023/2024
Curriculum Year
2021/2022
Degree Programme
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Curriculum
000 - CORSO GENERICO
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Credits
5
Lecture Hours
40
Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)
NN - Indefinito/Interdisciplinare
Course Type
Single-subject learning activity
Course Delivery
OBB - Obbligatoria
Year
3
Teaching period
Primo Semestre
Campus
VERCELLI
Teaching language
English
Course Contents
This course is intended for students with a pre-intermediate level of English who wish to make progress in the language and reach the B1+ level.
Reference Texts
1) Paul Dummet, John Hughes, Helen Stephenson. National Geographic Learning LIFE student's book Intermediate, 2nd edition.
2) Paul Dummet. National Geographic Learning LIFE workbook Intermediate, 2nd edition.
3) additional handouts on the university platform.
Learning Outcomes
Attaining B1+ level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Prerequisites
Placement test.
Teaching Methods
The course consists of in-person learning during classes and self-study. Attending at least 80% of classes is highly recommended.
Additional Information
To get the book and the workbook (paper or online version), please visit: https://www.ilpiacerediapprendere.it/life-intermediate-student-s-book-online-wb.html

Discount code: Harry10
Assessment Methods
The assessment is computer-based and consists of three parts: listening, reading and use of English (grammar and vocabulary) based on the course materials.
Detailed Syllabus
The course is divided into 12 modules, each containing grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading, speaking and writing aspects. In particular, the modules correspond to the following topics based on the intermediate LIFE course:
1. culture and identity
2. performing
3. water
4. opportunities
5. wellbeing
6. mysteries
7. living space
8. travel
9. shopping
10. no limits
11. connections
12. experts
Expected Learning Outcomes
1) Knowledge and understanding. The course aims to develop linguistic competencies in various areas, including lexis and morpho-syntax. It is expected that after the course students will be able to handle B1+level complexity texts and audio material with relative ease.
2) Learning skills. Students will be guided through the exploration of learning strategies in order to successfully apply the ones corresponding to their needs and abilities.
3) Communicative skills. It is expected that upon course completion students will be able to handle oral and written expression on the B1+ level.
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