Learning objectives
By the end of the course students reach level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference, having developed their skills related to grammar, lexis, functions, reading and listening comprehension. At level B1 of the CEFR the user can understand the main points of clear standard written and spoken input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc., and can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken.
Prerequisites
The course is aimed at students who already have elementary knowledge of English (level A2) and who can deal with simple communication contexts on familiar topics.
Course unit content
English language B1 level CEFR
Full programme
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Bibliography
Recommended for Grammar, Functions and Vocabulary:
Oxford 360° pack with answer key booklet, OUP
Further practice:
S. Burgess, J. Newbrook, Gold Preliminary Exam Maximer with key, Pearson
Teaching methods
The course consists of online modules focusing on the topics related to the exam syllabus. It can be accessed on Home / ►Corsi / ►PREPARAZIONE ALL'IDONEITA' - LAUREE TRIENNALI e A ... / ►INGLESE B1 / ►IDONEITA' B1 using unipr access credentials (name.surname@studenti.unipr.it). The course includes video lessons and exercises which are automatically corrected. The pass mark for the exercises is 60%.
Methodology: presentation of structures, deduction of rule, contrastive use of the language.
Assessment: final achievement test focusing on grammar, lexis, functions, reading and listening comprehension.
Assessment methods and criteria
Computer-based multiple-choice test on grammar, lexis, and receptive skills (reading and listening) at B1 level. The pass mark is 60%, obtained by adding the number of correct answers. Dictionaries, grammar reference books, electronic devices, etc. are not allowed.
Other information
VALIDITY OF INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE CERTIFICATES
For valid certificates and their recognition / validation in place of the in-house test, please see http://www.cla.unipr.it/cla/standardpage.asp?ID=271&sFullId=6.7
