Study Guide

Objectives

Learning outcomes of the course unit:
After completing the course, the students

- are familiar with various listening and speaking theories
- are fluent in communicating orally in a fully on-line environment
- are more aware of various cultural issues which may arise in multi-cultural work groups
- are able to create a video presentation in groups
- know how to use different on-line communication tools


Level: European Framework of Reference: B2-C1

Content

Course contents


Speaking theory
Listening theory
Pronounciation exercises
Cultural aspects


The course consists of theory material which the students are required to study independently, individual assignments which are submitted to the teacher as well as a small group project. In the group project the students create a short video in small groups.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites and co-requisites
Prerequisites: upper secondary school English or equivalent. This is an advanced course on English.

Further information

The English course in speaking and listening is aimed at students who wish to improve their pronunciation in English, learn to listen to and comprehend spoken English better and who want to improve their skills in on-line collaboration and the use of contemporary on-line discussion tools.

The course is also suitable for all students from all degree programmes. It is also suitable for exchange students as the teaching language of the course is English.

This is a fully on-line course with no classroom meetings. The course consists of both independent work as well as a small final project which will be done in groups. Even though the course has a schedule with set deadlines, the students need to be able to also work independently.