Course Exam
340138 VO Lingua-franca Communication and Global English (2015W)
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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
- Registration is open from Mo 13.06.2016 09:00 to Su 19.06.2016 23:59
- Deregistration possible until Mo 27.06.2016 23:59
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Examination topics
Lecture and presentation of contents. Course held in English. Students will be given an opportunity to practice comprehension and presentation skills.They will be encouraged to participate actively in illustrating practical communication contexts as a means of strengthening confidence in their ability to understand different communicative styles and to say what they want to say. However, participation will be voluntary and not be part of the final evaluation.
Assessment and permitted materials
End-of-term exam; exam in English; multiple choice. Dictionaries may be used.
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
To introduce students to important concepts regarding lingua-franca communication and English as a global language; to raise students awareness of the importance of being able to use English as a lingua franca; to highlight special issues that might arise when using English as a lingua franca; to accustom students to listening to theoretical concepts and practical examples concerning the use of English in international contexts.To increase
students' confidence in their use of English in professional contexts.
students' confidence in their use of English in professional contexts.
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