Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2007-2008 (archived)
Module FOUN0317: FURTHER ENGLISH
Department: Foundation Year [Queen's Campus, Stockton]
FOUN0317: FURTHER ENGLISH
| Type | Tied | Level | 0 | Credits | 10 | Availability | Available in 2007/08 | Module Cap | None. | Location | Queen's Campus Stockton |
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| Tied to | BCF0 |
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Prerequisites
- None.
Corequisites
- None.
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None.
Aims
- Development of speaking and listening skills.
- Enhance ability to construct and convey meaning in written Standard English.
- Develop reading with comprehension, purpose and reason.
Content
- The module will provide an opportunity to read prose, poetry and drama texts from a range of cultures and traditions and texts from non-fiction and media.
- These texts will provide the basis for students to engage in discussions to develop their ability to analyse, imagine, argue and persuade.
- These texts will provide the basis for students to produce written work of the following genres: informative, persuasive, analytical and creative.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
Subject-specific Skills:
- By the end of the module students will have acquired the skills to be able to:
- Communicate clearly with structure and organisation using Standard English.
- Listen to and understand varied speech.
- Analyse the contributions made to a discussion.
- Analyse the difference between fact and opinion and evaluate bias in terms of context and culture.
- Read and critically assess a variety of written material to include media and other non-fiction, poems, novels and plays.
Key Skills:
- By the end of the module students will:
- be able to communicate effectively in writing
- be able to communicate effectively orally
- be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- All teaching will take the form of seminars with a view to encouraging the native participation of the students.
- Throughout the programme the students will be given a range of exercises designed to develop their ability to understand, critically analyse the formative arguments.
- The assessment methods aim to take account of the need of the students to be able to make effective use of primary and secondary sources, and to express their ideas both verbally and in writing.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 11 | Weekly | 1 hour | 11 | |
| Tutorials | 6 | Fortnightly | 1 hour | 6 | |
| Workshops | 5 | Fortnightly | 1 hour | 5 | |
| Drop-in sessions | 11 | Weekly | 1 hour | 11 | |
| Preparation and Reading | 67 | ||||
| Total | 100 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Portfolio | Component Weighting: 40% | ||
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| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| oral skills | 50% | ||
| comprehension | 50% | ||
| Component: Invigilated Examination | Component Weighting: 60% | ||
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| examination | 100% | ||
Formative Assessment:
Throughout the course, exercises and library research will be undertaken. These are either submitted for marking and returned with comments or marked during the session.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University