Dutch communication skills for students in criminology - intermediate level
[NEER2423]
[30h] 5 credits
This course is taught in the 1st semester.
Teacher(s): Marie-Paule Vanelderen
Language: NL
Level: Second
Aims
Reading Comprehension:
- To be able to read articles and reports concerned with contemporary and field related problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints.
- To be able to understand standard field-related correspondence.
Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Listening Comprehension
Individual:
- To be able to understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar (field-related).
- To be able to understand most TV news and current affairs programs provided the topic is reasonably familiar (field-related)..
Interactive :
- To be able to understand most conversations and debates bearing on field-related subjects.
- To be able to understand most of what is said in an everyday conversation provided standard language is being used.
Level B2- of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Speaking Skills (main objective)
Individual :
- To be able to give(after preparation) a imple and clearly developed presentation on a field-related subject and to manage the following debate
- To be able to explain a viewpoint on a topical issue well enough in order to be understood without difficulty
Interactive :
- To be able to take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining your views.
- To be able to interact with a certain degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible provided the latter adapt their language level
Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Writing Skills:
- To be able to write a short report, summary in order to pass on factual .information and to be able to give his/her view on the subject.
Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Code
Vocabulary : consolidation of basic vocabulary (+/- 2000 words) and assimilation of specific vocabulary (+/- 500 words)
Grammar: consolidation of the command of the basic structures of the Dutch language.
The use of vocabulary and grammar is seen from a communicative viewpoint Nevertheless, accuracy is not neglected..
Culture:
In the development of all the above-mentioned skills the course will aim at making the students aware of Dutch and Flemish cultural aspects.
Main themes
Content and teaching methods
These activities are of two types:
1) presentation and activation of language functions (everyday socializing, telephoning, contributing to a meeting, a debate or a negotiation, writing a report, a summary, an e-mail, ).
2) Individual and interactive speaking activities related to the field of study. This part includes a presentation on a topic related to the field of study and a 30- minute-debate.
These activities require a certain amount of preparation on the part of the student, who has to improve his or her linguistic knowledge autonomously. The teacher will advise him/her in that matter and the Self-tuition Centre of the Institute is at his/her disposal.
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
The course being of intermediate level, the productive command of basic grammar and vocabulary as well as the command of the language skills as described for the course of the preparatory first year to the master or the first year of their Bachelor's degree in Law (NEER 1823 or NEER 1821 - level B2 of the CEF for the reading skills, level B2- of the CEF for the listening skills, level B1- for the speaking skills and A2 for the writing skills)
are required.
Workload
- Classroom hours : 30 hours
- Self-study : 90 hours
Guidance:
Classes in groups of max. 20 students
The teacher is available during his office hours and can be contacted by e-mail.
Guidance is also provided at the Self-tuition Centre.
Teaching material:
Course notes : "Interactieve Communicatie"
+ reading map
Evaluation:
- Continuous assessment which takes into account the student's work and participation, his /her oral presentation and tests.
- Oral exam based on a file of press articles and presentations given in class.