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English B2.2

Objectives

The student should:
a) attain level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (Independent user)
b) increase intercultural awareness and further develop knowledge of the culture/language relationship
c) be able to write clear, coherent and well structured texts such as texts relating to personal interests,
narrative texts and discursive articles, with few basic grammatical or lexical errors
d) be able to understand the essential message in complex written texts on contemporary and current matters
e) be able to express themselves spontaneously in a range of everyday situations, with few grammatical or
lexical errors, and contribute to discussion
f) be able to understand spoken discourse, both live and recorded with few difficulties
g) know how to analyze and control the grammatical system of English
h) be responsible for their own learning and know how to develop the competences that lead to autonomy.

General characterization

Code

711121062

Credits

6.0

Responsible teacher

Sheila Brannigan, David Swartz, Zoe Jayne Taylor, Raquel Campos Ferreira da Silva, Julie Parker Mason

Hours

Weekly - 4

Total - 168

Teaching language

English

Prerequisites

English: To study at B2.2 level, students must have passed English B2.1 in term 1

Bibliography

Carter, R. & McCarthy, M. (2006) Cambridge Grammar of English. Cambridge University Press

Cottrell S, (2005), Critical Thinking Skills: Developing Effective Analysis and Argument. Palgrave,

Gairns, R. & Redman, S. (2009) Oxford Word Skills Advanced. Oxford University Press McCarthy, M. & O’Dell, F. (2006) English Vocabulary in Use Advanced (with CD) Cambridge University Press.

Vince, M. & French, A. (2011) IELTS Language Practice: English Grammar and Vocabulary. Macmillan

Cofin. C. Donahue, A. & North, S. (2009) Exploring English Grammar. Routledge

A collection of selected readings available on campus to students.

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David Crystal (2019) The Cambridge Encyclopedia of English Language.
Cambridge University Press.

Teaching method

The course employs a student-centred approach and task-based methodology, with the aid of
authentic texts and digital resources. Discussion is a key element often preceded by reading or
listening input and/or analysis and followed up by written work/further research by students.

Evaluation method

Método de Avaliação - a minimum of three written texts(60%), active participation in classes (including attendance), speaking skills and evidence of autonomous learning development(20%), one speaking assessment(20%)

Subject matter

The course revolves around current topics of a social and cultural nature. The themes for
research and discussion are selected flexibly according to students ́ aims and interests. This
includes the analysis of authentic texts, written and spoken, together with practice of
communicative competencies. The syllabus is composed of activity designed to encourage the
development of mastery in the English language, linguistic awareness and autonomous learning
strategies.