NumberecuraECTS2.0LevelC1 / C2OverviewThe overall aim of this module is to further develop students’ speaking skills, in particular fluency, and encourage them to activate spoken language in a range of contexts reflective of the way that speaking is employed in realistic, private or work-related situations.
Focusing primarily on current events and topical issues, students will have the possibility to select a topic in the news and media, research and provide input e.g. newspaper article(s), video clip(s), podcast(s) and prepare a handout to lead a class discussion based on this input.
Format of the class is student-driven with teacher-student tutorial on the handout and teacher feedback on (common) mistakes and noteworthy vocabulary.Learning objectivesUpon successful completion of the module, participants can/will have:
- express themselves more fluently and spontaneously.
- developed a broad range of vocabulary based on a variety of topics covered.
- understand and participate in complex conversational topics
- use language flexibly and effectively for personal and professional purposes.
- follow and contribute to complex interactions in a group discussion.
- keep up with a debate; respond to questions and comments spontaneously and appropriately.
Previous knowledgeEntry based on placement test or successful completion of e4/ten2. Language level C1 or above.Exam formatContinuous assessment gradeAdditional informationDue to the nature of a discussion-based language class, there is an 80% attendance requirement. 
