PdF:ZS1MK_A4A Practical Language AJ - Course Information

ZS1MK_A4A Practical Language AJ

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

PhDr. Alena Dobrovolná, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Gabriela Oaklandová
Department of English Language and Literature – Faculty of Education
Contact Person: Jana Popelková
Supplier department: Department of English Language and Literature – Faculty of Education

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ZS1MK_A4A/01: Fri 19. 9. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 26. 9. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 10. 10. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 17. 10. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 24. 10. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 31. 10. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 7. 11. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 14. 11. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 21. 11. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 28. 11. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 5. 12. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), Fri 12. 12. 7:30–9:10 respirium (4. nadzemní podlaží), A. Dobrovolná

Prerequisites (in Czech)

ZS1BK_AJ3A Language Practice 3A && ZS1BK_A3B Practical Language AJ

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

• Primary School Teacher Training (programme PdF, M-ZS5)

Course objectives

The main objective of the course is to develop speaking, reading, writing and listening skills at B2 level. At the end of the course students should be able to: discuss everyday topics, communicate in everyday situations, read and listen to authentic texts at the upper-intermediate level and communicate in the language fluently.

Syllabus

• The syllabus includes: speaking activities reading comprehension writing narratives listening comprehension
• interaction. Students will participate in weekly activities and complete work outside of class in the coursebook and on Moodlinka.
• New Cutteing Edge Upper Intermediate, units 1 - 6, revision of verb forms, forming nouns, gerunds and adjectives, verb forms in the narrative, perfect tenses, articles.
• Topics: Life circles, Feelings, Doing quizes, Achievements, How to... (making a list of tips).

Literature

required literature
• Cunningham, Sarah, Moor, Peter: New Cutting Edge, Upper-Intermediate, Student´s Book

recommended literature
• Cunningham, Sarah, Moor, Peter: New Cutting Edge, Upper-Intermediate, Workbook
• HASHEMI, Louise and Raymond MURPHY. English grammar in use supplementary exercises : with answers. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. vi, 136. ISBN 0521755484. 2004. info
• ALTMAN, Roann and Raymond MURPHY. Grammar in use : reference and practice for intermediate students of English. Edited by William E. Rutherford. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. 267 s. ISBN 0521348439. 1989. info

Teaching methods

lectures, class discussion, pair work, group work, brainstorming, individual assignments, online work

Assessment methods

Students have to pass 2 continuous tests (passmark - 70%) focused on the vocabulary and grammar covered during the term, prepare a short presentation to revise the previous subject matter, contribute to moodlinka forum 5 times per semester, work on moodlinka course regularly and submit an essay. During final oral exam they prove their overall grammar and vocabulary knowledge (70%). Students have to prepare for lessons throughout the whole term and do homework for each lesson, which is the base for their active participation in the seminars. Most of the work is based on students' self-study.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.

• Enrolment Statistics (Autumn 2014, recent)
  
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