Teaching Workshop
A.Y. 2019/2020
Learning objectives
The workshop is aimed at improving the linguistic skills in the English language, in order to achieve a B2 level.
Expected learning outcomes
By the end of the workshop the student will have acquired the language skills which would allow them to reach the B2 level of the English language by exercising the four communication skills (speaking, listening, writing, reading), with a focus on the type of exercises proposed by the Cambridge exams.
Students unable to attend will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the instructor on Ariel, investigate special readings proposed by the instructor to strengthen their knowledge, and of course contact the instructor both by email and during the office hours.
Students unable to attend will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the instructor on Ariel, investigate special readings proposed by the instructor to strengthen their knowledge, and of course contact the instructor both by email and during the office hours.
Lesson period: Second semester
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Title of the Seminar: 'English Language'
The seminar is delivered through lectures geared to providing the students with the essential tools to read and think critically about primary and secondary sources in English as well as to write short academic texts (Academic arguments) in the Second Language. Therefore, the Seminar also focuses on expanding vocabulary and structure knowledge to enable students to communicate reasoned interpretations of historical events, employing the primary and secondary sources effectively to support their claims.
The seminar is delivered through lectures geared to providing the students with the essential tools to read and think critically about primary and secondary sources in English as well as to write short academic texts (Academic arguments) in the Second Language. Therefore, the Seminar also focuses on expanding vocabulary and structure knowledge to enable students to communicate reasoned interpretations of historical events, employing the primary and secondary sources effectively to support their claims.
Prerequisites for admission
There are no specific requirements different from those requested for the degree admission.
Teaching methods
Attendance at lectures is mandatory.
The seminar is delivered through lectures geared to providing the students with the essential tools to read and think critically about primary and secondary sources in English as well as to write short academic texts (Academic arguments) in the Second Language.
These skills will be first acquired through practical class-activities designed to improve the historical thinking and argumentative writing of academically diverse students; incidentally, the seminar will also focus on expanding vocabulary and structure knowledge. Second, students will be required to draft a short academic paper on the basis of the reading and discussion of the essays and primary sources taking place during lectures. Class discussion during lectures is an integrant part of the didactic method and aims at promoting critical thinking and the ability to apply the acquired competence and knowledge.
The seminar is taught in English.
The seminar is delivered through lectures geared to providing the students with the essential tools to read and think critically about primary and secondary sources in English as well as to write short academic texts (Academic arguments) in the Second Language.
These skills will be first acquired through practical class-activities designed to improve the historical thinking and argumentative writing of academically diverse students; incidentally, the seminar will also focus on expanding vocabulary and structure knowledge. Second, students will be required to draft a short academic paper on the basis of the reading and discussion of the essays and primary sources taking place during lectures. Class discussion during lectures is an integrant part of the didactic method and aims at promoting critical thinking and the ability to apply the acquired competence and knowledge.
The seminar is taught in English.
Teaching Resources
- material available on the online platform ARIEL
- notes taken during the lectures
- material available online (primary sources)
- notes taken during the lectures
- material available online (primary sources)
Assessment methods and Criteria
- Assessment: cumulative assessment on the basis of students' participation in class activities.
- Students will be assessed on their knowledge of the seminar contents and their ability to discuss them critically; their competence in the use of the vocabulary highlighted during lectures and to what extent their communication in English is effective.
- Type of assessment: evaluation remarks at the end of the seminar and approval of 3 CFU.
The assessment method for students with learning disabilities has to be agreed upon in advance with the lecturer.
- Students will be assessed on their knowledge of the seminar contents and their ability to discuss them critically; their competence in the use of the vocabulary highlighted during lectures and to what extent their communication in English is effective.
- Type of assessment: evaluation remarks at the end of the seminar and approval of 3 CFU.
The assessment method for students with learning disabilities has to be agreed upon in advance with the lecturer.
- University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Professor:
Ogliari Elena
Shifts:
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Professor:
Ogliari ElenaProfessor(s)