General English - debating

studia pierwszego stopnia

English Philology - Practical Profile

semestr 6

studia stacjonarne

profil praktyczny

języki obce
obowiązkowe

Realizowany w sali

ECTS points in relation to student’s duties

total number of ECTS: 3

2 ECTS – 60 hours in class

1 ECTS – 20 hours preparation, 10 hours direct contact with the instructor

Course description

This course gives students the opportunity to practise their debating skills through research of appropriate topics, critical evaluation, presentation of topics, followed by group or class debate. Speaking skill is practiced at C1 level. Students are supported in their preparation to self-study C1 exam.

Course objectives

The objective of the course is for students to research and critically evaluate a given topic. In collaboration with their peers, students prepare presentations which inform the class of both sides of the argument. Presentations may be oral; however, utilization of multi-media presentations are encouraged. Creative solutions are employed as to the technology used in the presentations in a learning-by-doing environment. A class debate follows each presentation.

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Course Content

1. Punishment - naming & shaming

2. Neighbours from hell

3. It should be banned!

4. The news - is this news?

5. Political incorrectness

6. Torture

7. Animal rights

8. Language - swearing

9. Addictions

10. The death penalty

11. Immigration and racism

12. Abortion

13. Harrassment

14. Taboo conversation topics

15. Mental health

16. Students' own topics

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Methods of instruction

Lead-in discussions, internet research, pairwork and groupwork activities, language development work and exercises, PowerPoint presentations, ICT tools/MSTeams

Reading list

MacAndrew, R. & Martinez, R. (2003) Instant Discussions. London & Boston:Thomson Heinle

MacAndrew, R. & Martinez, R. (2001) Taboos and Issues. London & Boston:Thomson Heinle

Internet newspapers.

Learning outcomes acc to PRK 2019:

Knowledge

Students know and understand

1. how to use English as a tool of persuasion and debate. (k_W03/P6S_WG)

2. appropriate vocabulary and structures required in debate on controversial subjects and current events. (k_W02/P6S_WG)

Skills

Students can

3. research materials using the skills of critical analysis. (k_U02/ P6S_UW)

4. can prepare and conduct presentations on topics related to business, culture, economics, computer science, law, media, politics, science and sociology, using formal sources. (k_U05/ P6S_UK)

5. use tools such as multimedia and MSpowerpoint.(k_U04/ P6S_UW)

6. collaborate with her/his peers. (k_U09/P6S_UO)

7. participate in debates, negotiations and discussions (k_U08/P6S_UK)

8. can utilize English at C1 (CEF) level. (k_U06/P6S_UK; m-U-4/P6S_UK))

Social Competence

Students are ready to:

9. critically evaluate and present topics to participate in various aspects of their lives. (k_K02/ P6S_KK)

Forms of evaluation of learning outcomes.

1. Active participation in class and preparation for same - 40% of the final grade (outcome 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,9)

2. Graded presentations which initiate debates - 30% of the final grade (outcome 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9)

3. Balanced argumentative essay 30% of the final grade (outcome 1,2,3,8,9)

Final Grading Framework:

2.0 (Fail): 0-59%

3.0 (Average): 60-68%

3.5 (Average Plus): 69-74%

4.0 (Good): 75-84%

4.5 (Good Plus): 85-92%

5.0 (Very Good): 93-100%