Modiwl QXS-4100:
Speaking & Listening
Speaking & Listening 2022-23
QXS-4100
2022-23
School Of Arts, Culture And Language
Module - Semester 1
10 credits
Module Organiser:
Rachel Tombs
Overview
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 speaking and listening skills in coursework and examination related to the learning outcomes above (equivalent to IELTS 6.5). There are some inaccuracies and pauses in spoken English which cause occasional lapses in fluency. Pronunciation is of an acceptable standard and may be understood by an L1 English speaker with only occasional difficulty. There is evidence of ability to self-correct errors. A student may be reticent but makes reasonably effective contributions in speaking situations. Notes from listening are mostly relevant and complete, although there are some inaccuracies. A student has fairly effective listening strategies but has occasional difficulty in understanding spoken English in unfamiliar situations. -excellent -Excellent 70%A student has achieved an excellent standard of English language competence in speaking and listening skills in coursework and examination, related to the learning outcomes above (equivalent to IELTS 7.0 or above).Spoken English is fluent and accurate. Pronunciation is good and easily understood by a native English speaker. A student is able to self-correct errors and apply a range of strategies to aid communication. S/he contributes actively and confidently in a speaking situation and is able to identify, note and use key points from listening effectively. There is evidence of well-developed, effective listening strategies and a student is able to understand and follow spoken English in any situation with comparative ease.
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to recognise and understand the effect of tone, mood implication etc in a listening situation.
- Be able to speak confidently to an audience and respond to questions in appropriate English.
- Have developed strategies to be able to listen, understand and take notes in a variety of listening situations.
- Have developed the strategies and language to enable participation in and contribution to a range of academic learning scenarios
- Have developed their awareness of and strategies to improve their errors in spoken English.
Assessment method
Group Presentation
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Group Presentation - 10 minutes per person, marks awarded individually
Weighting
30%
Due date
16/12/2022
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Individual Presentation
Weighting
30%
Due date
16/12/2022
Assessment method
Aural Test
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Listening exam
Weighting
40%
Due date
16/12/2022