English

3

Mgr. Dita Gálová, Ph.D.

Institute of Foreign Languages

Knowledge acquired by the student:

• has an active command of vocabulary, including idiomatic expressions, fixed phrases, and collocations, appropriate to the C1 level;
• has mastered grammatical structures typical of an advanced level of English;
• actively uses more sophisticated language resources to express complex ideas, opinions, and attitudes, as well as specific vocabulary used in public speaking and presentations;
• understands the specific features of language appropriate to different communicative situations and language registers and is able to use them appropriately;
• is familiar with the stylistic and pragmatic aspects of English, particularly with regard to communicative intent and the target audience.

Skills acquired by the student:

• is able to communicate independently, fluently, and effectively in English at the C1 level in personal, academic, and professional contexts;
• is able to formulate, develop, and connect complex ideas clearly and precisely using appropriate language resources;
• is able to prepare and deliver structured and engaging presentations, use rhetorical devices, and communicate persuasively with a variety of audiences;
• is able to flexibly adapt their communication strategy, language style, and register to the communicative purpose, situation, and target audience;
• is able to communicate and collaborate effectively in group tasks, actively contribute to joint problem-solving, and respond constructively to the input and suggestions of others.

The minimum entry requirement is very good knowledge of B2 grammar and vocabulary.

Attendance is mandatory and is systematically controlled. Two absences are allowed The compensation of extra absences will be, in justified cases, determined by the teacher.

The credit is awarded for active participation in classes and completion of assignments, thus regular attendance and activity are essential.

The examination is written and oral, with the written part contituting 50 % and the oral part also 50 % of the final evaluation. The written test examines the knowledge of the discussed language structures and vocabulary. The oral part takes the form of group talks in which the active implementation skills developed in the course is evaluated. In both parts, it is necessary to score at least 50% of the total number of points.

The aim of the course is to develop communication skills and to expand knowledge of C1 English an emphasis on practical application in diverse communication situations. Instruction uses authentic materials, model communication tasks and activities from academic and professional contexts. The course thus combines the development of language competences with transferable communication and interpersonal skills that aid confident public speaking, critical thinking, decision-making, convincing presentation, and the ability to adapt language to different audiences and situations.

Objectives in language proficiency:

• systematically extend active vocabulary, including idiomatic expressions, fixed phrases and colocations corresponding to C1;
• expand grammar structures typical of advanced English;
• extend the language tools for expressing complex ideas, opinions, attitudes and arguments, as well as specific vocabulary and expressions used in public performances and presentations;
• deepen the knowledge of language resources characteristic of different communication situations and language registers;
• develop awareness of the stylistic and pragmatic aspects of English, in particular the appropriateness of linguistic expression in relation to the communication intention and the receiver.

Objectives  in communication and language skills:

• communicate independently, fluently and effectively in English at the C1 level in a personal, academic, and professional environments;
• clearly and accurately formulate, develop, and link complex ideas using appropriate language means;
• prepare and present structured and engaging presentations, use rhetorical devices, and communicate convincingly with a variety of audiences;
• flexibly adapt communication strategies, language style and register to the purpose, situation and target audience;
• communicate and collaborate effectively in group tasks, actively contribute to problem-solving and respond critically to the suggestions of other participants.

Programme B-OBN-P: Common Offer, Bachelor's, elective

Programme N-OBN-P: Common Offer, Master's, elective

Programme BIT: Information Technology, Bachelor's
specialization BITP: Information Technology, compulsory-optional

26 hours, compulsory

The instruction consists of blocks focusing on developing skills in these topics:

• Week 1-2: Language and communication


• Week 3-5: Memory and learning


• Week 6-8: Science and technology


• Week 9-12: Success and career


• Week 13: Final group talks

Each block includes the training of the following skills:

• assessment of sources of information for the final talk,


• differentiating formality in languge and its purpose,


• identifying the main ideas and their synthesis,


• differentiating techanical and academic vocabulary,


• persuasive appeals (logos, ethos, pathos),


• strategies for engaging the audience (storytelling),


• strategies for impactful endings,


• giving feedback.