This programme is designed to support those members of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar who wish to continue their English language learning through self-study. Participants will study on their own but will attend regular tutorials to benefit from the speaking practice and sociability of traditional courses.
- Teacher: Elizabeth Marie Watts
Veranstaltungsnummer: 5134138
Veranstaltungsnummer: 5134122
- Teacher: Kathryn Arsenault
- Teacher: Geoffrey Howard Atkinson
- Teacher: Elizabeth Marie Watts
Scientific and Technical English: Focus oral communication
Course Description:
This course is designed for English learners who are interested in improving their oral communication skills specifically for scientific and technical purposes. Through a combination of seminars, online exercises, and practical assignments, students will learn how to articulate scientific concepts, analyze scientific talks, and give their own presentations using clear and precise English. Students have the option to choose their own topics and focus in order to practise and master the vocabulary most relevant to their field.
Target Level: B2 or C1 Format: Blended learning Credits: 3 ECTS
Course Objectives:
· Develop proficiency in scientific & technical vocabulary and terminology.
· Understand the structure and conventions of scientific & academic presentations.
· Enhance critical-thinking skills for evaluating and synthesizing scientific information.
· Practise giving various types and lengths of scientific presentations, including the use of graphics etc.
· Improve clarity, coherence, and concision in scientific discourse.
The goal of this course is to provide students with the necessary skills and confidence to understand and communicate scientific ideas effectively in oral form, thereby enhancing their academic and professional prospects.
Prerequisites:
This course is suitable for students who have already obtained a B1 level of proficiency in English. Prior exposure to scientific/technical concepts is helpful, but not required.
Assessment:
This is a blended-learning course. Assessment in this course will include a combination of online listening and small writing assignments, as well as a final project in which students will produce a scientific/technical presentation of their choice under the guidance of the instructor.
If you anticipate or experience any barriers to learning, discuss your concerns with the instructor.
Course Materials:
All materials will be provided by the instructor.
How to join this course:
You will need to sign up via StudIP. If you have any difficulties, please contact elizabeth.watts@uni-weimar.de
https://studip.uni-weimar.de/
- Teacher: Elizabeth Marie Watts
B1 General English is a blended-learning programme that focusses on the basics and combines classroom learning with extended language practice online using both Moodle and MyEnglishLab from Pearson. This course will assist you in bringing your English skills up to B1 level in all four disciplines (reading, writing, speaking and listening).
The programme is divided into three course modules (B1.1, B1.2, and B1.3) which can be studied in any order. The modules deal with a variety of current topics such as health, the media, society and family.This course is aimed at building the confidence and skills students need to succeed in academic study and use English in a globalised world.
- Teacher: Kathryn Arsenault
This moodle room gives an overview of course plans and grading systems for Watts English classes.
- Teacher: Elizabeth Marie Watts
