Professional integration seminar: Dutch - upper intermediate level
[NEER2623]
[30h] 3 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 simple 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 while constructing a chain of reasoned argument and giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
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
Level B1+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Writing Skills:
- To be able to write formal letter in order to pass on factual information and to synthesise information and arguments from a number of sources
Level B1+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Code
Vocabulary : consolidation of basic vocabulary (+/- 2000 words) and extension of specific vocabulary
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
The proposed activities therefore aim at developing communication skills in that area, as well as improving mastery of the language.
Content and teaching methods
1) presentation and activation by the students of language functions related to the professional life (telephoning, contributing to / organizing and conducting a meeting, taking part in a jobinterview / a negociation, writing formal letters, a memorandum, an e-mail, ).
2) Individual and interactive speaking activities related to the work placement This part includes a paper and a presentation on the work placement the student is going on followed by an informal exchange of viewpoints (30- minutes).
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. The Selftuition Center of the Institute and an e-learning platform on the internet are 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 first year (NEER 2423 - B1 level of the CEF for the speaking and writing skills
B2 level of the CEF for the reading skills, B2- level for the listening skills) are required.
Workload:
Classroom hours : 30 hours
Self-study : 42 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 Selftuition Center.
Teaching material
E-learning platform : texts, specific vocabulary, exercises
File with documentation about the communication techniques (to be used to prepare the oral presentation).
Evaluation
- Continuous assessment which takes into account the student's work and participation, his /her paper and oral presentation as well as oral and written tests.
- Oral exam : a conversation about de presentations that took place in the classroom