712-2246/01 – English Language c/II for USP (intermediate) (Ac/II-USP)
| Gurantor department | Institute of Languages | Credits | 2 |
| Subject guarantor | Mgr. Gabriela Chudašová | Subject version guarantor | Mgr. Gabriela Chudašová |
| Study level | undergraduate or graduate | Requirement | Choice-compulsory |
| Year | 1 | Semester | summer |
| | Study language | Czech |
| Year of introduction | 2014/2015 | Year of cancellation | |
| Intended for the faculties | FEI, FS, USP, FMT | Intended for study types | Bachelor |
Subject aims expressed by acquired skills and competences
International Express Upper-intermediate:
The aim is to create a grounding of ESP language with respect to communication skills, i.e. reading, writing, speaking and listening with the output level B1-B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Teaching methods
Tutorials
Summary
International Express Upper-intermediate:
The instruction is focused on mastering vocabulary, grammar, and phrases in the given range. Students will acquire comprehensive language skills and use terminology related to the topics, that are the content of the course so that they are prepared for management positions in an international working environment. Students will be able to prepare successful and dynamic presentations, using contrasting and generalizing phrases, including reassuring once. They will also learn to use verb tenses to describe past events (including linking words and phrases), work with gerunds and infinitives, express their own opinions and attitudes (using assertiveness), and deal with complaints. They will as well acquire professional terminology and language skills related to selected technical texts in reference to the focus of the faculty.
Compulsory literature:
Recommended literature:
Additional study materials
Way of continuous check of knowledge in the course of semester
Credit test
E-learning
E-learning
Compulsory e-learning course available at: lms.vsb.cz
Other requirements
The completion of assigned written and oral tasks, chosen chapters from Technology 2, active participation during tutorials.80% attendance, min. test result: 65%
Prerequisities
Subject has no prerequisities.
Co-requisities
Subject has no co-requisities.
Subject syllabus:
International Express Upper-intermediate: Lekce 3-4
1. L3 Grammar: Relative clauses; Relative pronouns who, which
2. L3 Vocabulary: Work-life balance
3. L3 Work skills: Dynamic presentations
4. L3 Functions: Hedging, contrasting, and generalizing; Review Unit 3
5. L4 Grammar: Narrative tenses; Linking words and phrases
6. L4 Vocabulary: Gerunds and infinitives in the context of money donation
7. L4 Work skills: Being assertive
8. L4 Functions: Handling complaints; Review Unit 4
9. Technical text related to the field of study; comprehension, discussion, and vocabulary
10. Technical text related to the field of study; comprehension, discussion, and vocabulary
11. Technical text related to the field of study; comprehension, discussion, and vocabulary
12. Technical text related to the field of study; comprehension, discussion, and vocabulary
13. Technical text related to the field of study; comprehension, discussion, and vocabulary
14. Credit test
Conditions for subject completion
Occurrence in study plans
Occurrence in special blocks
Assessment of instruction