Course: English for Non-Linguists 2

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Course title English for Non-Linguists 2
Course code UCJ/AJNF2
Organizational form of instruction Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 1
Frequency of the course Summer term - every academic year
Semester Summer
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.
  • Valešová Linda, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Gregar Jan, Mgr.
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 7-12 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)
  • Attendace - 24 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 12 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 10 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/B1 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
Didactic Test

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 Ch. (2012). New English File pre-intermediate (third edition). Oxford University Press.
  • Swan, M. Practical English Usage, Oxford University Press 2008..
  • Wehmeier, S. (2010). Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary (8th edition), Oxford University. Oxford University Press.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Czech language and literature: teaching focus maior (BB24-XX) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Teaching kindergarten (BB17) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special adult education (BB17) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special Needs Education - Intervention (BB23) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Speech and Language Therapy (MD17) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Applied ecology in the public sector (BB18) Category: Ecology and environmental protection 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special Education - preceptorship (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Applied ecology in the public sector (BB19) Category: Ecology and environmental protection 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special Education (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Visual arts with a focus on education (single-field) (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Speech and language therapy (MD24-XX) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special Education - intervention (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Teaching kindergarten (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Speech and Language Therapy (MD18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Applied ecology in the public sector (BB16) Category: Ecology and environmental protection 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special Education of preschool age - Kindergarten Teacher Training (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special Education of preschool age - Kindergarten Teacher Training (BB17) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Special adult education (BB18) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Secondary School Teacher Training in Special Needs Education (BB24) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Secondary School Teacher Training in Special Needs Education (BB23) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Teaching primary school classes 1 through 5 and special education (MD15) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Education Study plan (Version): Applied ecology in the public sector (BB24) Category: Ecology and environmental protection 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer