Modiwl QXS-4003:
Advanced Vocabulary and Reading Use
Advanced Vocabulary and Reading Use 2022-23
QXS-4003
2022-23
School Of Arts, Culture And Language
Module - Semester 2
10 credits
Module Organiser:
Victoria Thompson
Overview
This course is suitable for Non-native speakers of English with an IELTS of less than 7.0
Assessment Strategy
-good - Pass 50% A student has achieved a good standard of English language competence in reading and writing skills in coursework and examination related to the learning outcomes above (equivalent to IELTS 6.5). Reading speed still has room for development and there is some difficulty in identifying and using key points from text. Notes may, therefore, show a few omissions. Appreciation of text force is limited but increasing in depth. There is evidence of appreciable development and usage of vocabulary expansion in different contexts.
-excellent -Excellent 70%A student has achieved an excellent standard of English language competence in reading and writing skills in coursework and examination related to the learning outcomes above (equivalent to IELTS 7.0 or above). A student is a competent, effective reader of English with a good appreciation of all aspects of text. Notes are comprehensive, accurate and well organised. Vocabulary usage is appropriate to function and is wide in range and complexity, resulting in very good academic written discourse.
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to identify the main points in reading texts and incorporate them into their own written work, using appropriate paraphrase.
- Be able to read, understand and appraise a variety of written styles.
- Be able to synthesise material into their written work from a variety of sources.
- Be able to take notes from reading and use the notes for effective paraphrase.
- Demonstrate appropriate vocabulary use in academic writing.
- Demonstrate broad knowledge of English words and expressions.
- Have increased their reading speed.
Assessment method
Exam (Centrally Scheduled)
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Vocabulary Use & Reading Exam
Weighting
40%
Due date
04/05/2023
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Assignment 1
Weighting
30%
Due date
06/03/2023
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Assignment 2
Weighting
30%
Due date
17/04/2023