Learning objectives
At the end of the course, students will be able to:
Understand the contents of texts on topics of professional health interest
Broadly support a technical discussion in your subject area
Translate articles of clinical-care interest
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Introduction to scientific English
Reading Comprehension
Guide to the use of Consolidation units
Guide to the use of the dictionary and other resources; the student will be able to use the dictionary to understand different sources
Strategies for understanding and discussing scientific English texts
Acquisition of the basic vocabulary
Development and enhancement of written language comprehension skills
Full programme
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Bibliography
• Malaguti F., Parini I., Roberts R., "English for nurses and healtcare providers", Casa Editrice Ambrosiana, Milan 2006
Teaching methods
Frontal and interactive lessons: the student will be able to use the knowledge acquired during the course, thus verifying correct learning; the teacher will be able to ascertain whether the notions have been acquired and, if not, modulate the teaching program in good time, slowing down, pausing, repeating and simplifying the methods of acquiring knowledge. The contribution of students in small group work will be required.
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral and / or written evaluation according to the exam calendar
Scientific article translation
Other information
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