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LANG362 – Level 3 (Academic) - Reading

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Module code
LANG362
Module title
Level 3 (Academic) - Reading
Prescription
​​​​This module aims to develop reading skills to meet applied needs of students at a CEFR low B2 level. They will begin to develop more independent and broad-ranging reading skills on contemporary topics in applied contexts. ​
Programmes
  • EL2603
NZQA Level
Level 3
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
  • Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
Total learning hours
150
Resources required
Learning Outcomes
1: Read and process information on a familiar topic in English for academic purposes ?2: Identify main ideas in reading texts and distinguish these from supporting details. ?3: Locate, integrate, and use several pieces of information from different online reference sources including charts, diagrams, tables and/or flow charts in an academic context. ?
Content
Range ?- a range of vocabulary relating to an academic context - longer texts which contain some complex structures. ?Register ?- a range of features which indicate the purpose of a text. ?Text structure ?- text that demonstrates purpose through layout conventions, signs and symbols - organisational features in texts to locate information - text that demonstrates organisational, lexical and grammatical features - meaning taught through discourse markers including sequence markers. ?Grammar ? - A list of grammar and language functions can be found in the Overview of Content for LANG353. ?Topics ?- A list of possible topics is included in the syllabus document and can be found at http://www.cityandguilds.gr/el/En_Lang_Cer/Written_Exams_IESOL/AssessmentGuide/Documents/IESOL_qualification_handbook_Oct2009_v02.pdf?
Teaching and Learning Strategy
??Key approaches to instruction include selection of authentic and semi-authentic language models; clear contextualisation and effective presentation of new language; varied interaction – individual, pair, group, whole-class activities; information-gap activities; task-based activities; integration of skills; focus on accuracy and fluency; effective treatment of errors; valid and reliable assessment; integration of current technologies?
Assessment Criteria
The portfolio is comprised of multiple assessment tasks, not tests alone. To pass this module, students must attempt and pass all summative assessment tasks
Learning and Teaching Resource
An extended reading list will be supplied by the tutor at commencement of the course. This will be updated annually.