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Part 5. Practical Course of English (5th Semester)

ОК.05

Обов’язкова дисципліна для ОП

First

2024/2025

5 Semester

3

PLO 1. Communicate fluently on professional matters with specialists and non-specialists in the state and foreign languages, both orally and in writing, and use these languages to facilitate effective intercultural communication. PLO 9. Characterize dialectal and social varieties of French and English and describe the sociolinguistic situation. PLO 11. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles, techniques, and strategies for producing oral and written texts of various genres and styles in the state and foreign languages. PLO 12. Analyze linguistic units, identify their interactions, and characterize the linguistic phenomena and processes that shape them. PLO 14. Use French and English effectively in oral and written communication across different genres, styles, and registers (formal, informal, neutral) to address communicative tasks in everyday, social, academic, professional, and scientific contexts.

Full-time form

Prior to the course, students are expected to demonstrate English proficiency at a minimum level of B2. They should possess confident oral and written communication skills, be able to comprehend authentic texts across a range of genres, and have a solid command of core grammatical structures and sufficient vocabulary for effective communication in an academic context. Students are also expected to analyze linguistic phenomena, apply knowledge from theoretical disciplines, use reference and digital resources effectively, translate texts of moderate complexity, express ideas in a clear and well-argued manner, and actively participate in discussions. Regular preparation for classes, completion of individual assignments, adherence to academic integrity, and the ongoing development of critical thinking and intercultural communication skills are essential course requirements.

The course is designed to develop students’ foreign language communicative competence at the B2 level. It focuses on enhancing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through the use of authentic materials across a range of genres. Particular emphasis is placed on expanding vocabulary, especially academic and professionally oriented lexis, as well as deepening students’ command of grammatical structures and their functional use in communication. The course also develops skills in argumentation, participation in discussions, and the analysis and interpretation of texts, alongside writing competences (essays, reports, formal correspondence). It includes translation tasks, work with digital resources, and the development of intercultural communication skills. Course workload: 3 ECTS credits (40 hours of practical classes and 50 hours of independent study).

The course is delivered through practice-based sessions using communicative and competency-based approaches. Activities include interactive tasks, role plays, discussions, debates, and simulations of everyday and professional communication. Strong emphasis is placed on working with authentic materials (audio, video, and written texts), as well as on developing critical thinking and intercultural communication skills. Teaching methods combine explanatory input with problem-based, project-based, and research-oriented learning. Students engage in both individual and collaborative work, including presentations, written assignments (essays, reports), translation tasks, and the use of digital learning resources. Independent study involves systematic engagement with course materials, preparation for classes, completion of individual assignments and projects, and the development of autonomous learning skills.

Continuous (semester) assessment: Maximum: 60 points Independent and creative tasks (LO 1.1–1.3, 2.1–2.3, 3, 4): 20 points Midterm assessment (written tests covering four components of language competence; LO 1.1–1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 4): 30 points Class participation and performance (LO 1.1–4): 10 points Final assessment (exam): Maximum: 40 points Assesses LO 1.1–4 Structure: Written component: (1) dictation; (2) grammar test; (3) vocabulary test Oral component: (1) linguistic text analysis; (2) theoretical grammar question; (3) oral topic Admission requirement: Students who score below the minimum threshold of 36 points during the semester are not admitted to the exam.

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