English

Lecturer(s): Alain DOUGNAC-GALANT

Objectives

  • Bringing all the students to the level required for validation (590 IPT TOEFL, 825 TOEIC, 7 IELTS). This level is the B2 level of CEFRL ("Independent User - Vantage"). IMPORTANT: the English course is compulsory for students below the threshold level.
  • Bringing as many students as possible up to the C1 level of CEFRL ("Proficient User - Effective Operational Proficiency")
  • Extending knowledge of the Anglo-Saxon world and of its diversity.
  • Improving methodological and rhetorical skills to achieve structured thinking and precise expression.

Keywords

TOEFL, grammatical consolidation, expanding vocabulary, basic linguistic competences, interactivity, debating, civilisation, Anglo-Saxon, United States, United Kingdom, methodology, rhetoric, adjustment, efficiency, credibility, excellence

Programme

  • Intensive oral-comprehension exercises (long and demanding material)
  • Speaking in small student groups: mini-dialogues, simulations, debates, presentations.
  • Preparing for the TOEFL ITP test.
  • Depending on levels: Revising grammar, expanding vocabulary and idioms, and improving pronunciation. Studying the civilisation of Anglo-Saxon countries. Notably, acquiring the knowledge and using the interpretative tools to understand the American society from a political, economic, social, societal, geopolitical, and cultural angle.
  • Making students aware of global environmental and social issues.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understanding oral and written English.
  • Interacting and expressing oneself in English whatever the context.
  • Comprehending the cultural and civilisational features of the Anglo-Saxon world.
  • Participating to and leading a debate.

Assesment

Know-how = continuous assessment (attendance, participation to classroom activities, assignments) and/or final exam.