Interactive Syllabus

Classwork + schedules

Welcome in the course :)

we are going to work on the communication skills  needed  for studying abroad, especially as part of the Erasmus+ program.  We'll focus on explaining information related to study aims, going through the application process, comparing differences between cultures and getting some training in travel situations as well as sharing (international) experience.

What do I have to do pass this course?

1. attend 80% of the calsses and collaborate constructively within the group
2. give short presentations  for classmates
3. write a formal email
4. write an application letter 
5. submit a final mini-essay (250-300 words)

How about the assessment of my work?

You will be awarded 20 points for each of the 1-5 tasks above. The passmark (minimum) is always 12 points in each task. It means that you need to collet altogether the minimum of 60 points out of 100.  

Patterson, K. (2013). Oxford Grammar for EAP, OUP.
de Chazal, E. & Mc Carter, S. (2013). Oxford EAP Upper-intermediate/B2. OUP.
de Chazal, E. & Moore, J. (2013). Oxford EAP Advanced/C1. OUP.
McCarthy, M. &  O'Dell, F. (2008). Academic vocabulary in use.Cambridge University Press.
Murphy, R. (2010). English grammar in use. Cambridge University Press.

How can I contact the teacher?

By email: dlabolova@sci.muni.cz
Office hours: online, any time upon request