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Part 5. Practical Course of English (7th Semester)

ОК.05

Обов’язкова дисципліна для ОП

First

2024/2025

7 Semester

2

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 C1. They should exhibit a high level of oral and written communication, be able to comprehend complex authentic texts across a range of genres, and adapt their language use to different communicative contexts. Students are also expected to perform in-depth linguistic analysis of texts, apply knowledge from theoretical disciplines, translate texts of varying complexity, express ideas in a well-structured and аргументed manner, participate in academic discussions, and present the results of their own research. Regular independent study, effective use of scholarly sources and digital resources, adherence to academic integrity, and the development of critical thinking and intercultural communication skills are essential requirements of the course.

The course is designed to further develop students’ foreign language communicative competence at the C1 level. It focuses on enhancing oral and written communication skills, as well as the comprehension and interpretation of complex authentic texts across a range of genres. Particular emphasis is placed on academic and professionally oriented discourse, stylistic variation, and the pragmatic aspects of communication. The course also provides advanced training in grammar and vocabulary, discourse analysis, and the development of argumentation skills, including participation in discussions and presentations. It includes translation tasks, academic writing, and work with scholarly sources and digital resources. Course workload: 2 ECTS credits (20 hours of practical classes and 40 hours of independent study).

The course is delivered through practice-based classes drawing on communicative, competency-based, and research-led approaches. Sessions feature discussions, debates, analytical seminars, role plays, and simulations of real-world professional contexts. Strong emphasis is placed on engagement with authentic materials (scholarly articles, media texts, audio and video), alongside the development of academic discourse and intercultural competence. Teaching employs problem-based and project-based learning, case-study analysis, and elements of inquiry-based learning. Students work both independently and collaboratively, producing presentations, essays, analytical papers, and translation tasks. Independent study includes critical reading of academic sources, preparation for classes, completion of individual and creative projects, and the development of critical thinking and self-directed 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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