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Program of Sociology (English)

ENGL301

DEVELOPING ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS I

Course Code
ENGL301
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
4 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. develop sub-skills of listening, speaking, writing, reading.
  2. learn to take notes while listening class discussions, video podcasts and Ted-Talks.
  3. make effective talks by using 21st century themes and skills, such as global awareness, information literacy and critical thinking.
  4. interpret information by analyzing infographics.
  5. synthesize and evaluate ideas given about current controversial issues.
  6. use appropriate strategies to work out the meaning and use of vocabulary within a related context and communicate by using them in class.
  7. learn the meaning and use of key language associated with different communication skills in several types of talks.
  8. develop speaking skills to start a talk, to help listeners follow the ideas in it and to express the view effectively by using visuals, gestures and anecdotes.
  9. explore life changing stories and develop understanding of the world.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesYes(ENGL202)
Recommended Optional Programme Components-
Course DescriptionENGL 301 is an Academic English course for language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) at C1 level. Learners are encouraged to study independently and apply the course content to their chosen discipline.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the course - Preliminary Studies, Unit 1 - Lessons A, B
2nd Week Unit 1 - Lesson B (continued), Unit 1 - Lessons C, D
3rd Week Unit 1 - Lessons E, F, Unit 1 - Lesson G
4th Week Unit 1 - Lesson H, Unit 2 - Lessons A, B
5th Week Unit 2 - Lessons C, D, Unit 2 - Lesson E
6th Week Unit 2 - Lessons F, G
7th Week Unit 2 - Lesson H, Unit 3 - Lesson A
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Unit 3 - Lesson A (continued) , Unit 3 - Lessons B, C, D
10th Week Unit 3 - Lesson E, Unit 3 - Lessons F, G
11th Week Unit 3 - Lesson H, Unit 4 - Lessons A, B
12th Week Unit 4 - Lessons C, D, Unit 4 - Lesson E
13th Week Unit 4 - Lessons F, G, Unit 4 - Lesson H
14th Week Integrated Activities
Recommended or Required ReadingLee, C. (2023). 21st Century Communication Listening, Speaking and Critical Thinking 4. (2nd Ed.) National Geographic Learning.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 25
Assignment 1 5
Quiz 1 5
Project 1 30
Total(%) 65
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 65
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 35
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 1 35 35
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 25 25
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 1 3 3
Total Work Load149
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.96
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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