Key words
French
Objectives
- correct professional communication (oral and written) in business-related situations
- extension of elementary vocabulary so as to include economic and business terminology
- the ability a) to analyse texts and/or articles on business topics; b) to reproduce the content of such texts; c) to integrate and apply actively the vocabulary typical of such texts
- creative handling of sources of information
Topics
- discussion of authentic economic texts and articles
- recapitulation of grammatical structures
- in addition conversations in simulated and real profession-oriented situations will stimulate the students' formulating skill
Prerequisites
- basic knowledge of first-year subject matter
- communicative attitude
Final Objectives
Materials used
Students receive photocopies. They are expected to take notes during lectures.
Complementary material will be provided (e.g. handbook).
Study costs
- photocopies: at the current copy price as stated by the college
- handbook: at the current market price
Study guidance
Students' questions will be answered by the lecturer.
Email contact possible.
Teaching Methods
- students will be invited to practise frequently; the theoretical basis which should familiarize them with concepts and terminology of both everyday and technical language, will be imparted through contextual situations.
- students will attend lectures and participate in instructive talks (question-answer, skimming and scanning of texts, translations, oral expression)
- individual work such as preparation of translations, role-playing and finding information.
Assessment
First exam session: 75 % written exam and 25 % permanent assessment
Second exam session: 100 % written exam
Examination Board Flemish Community:
first and second exam session: 100 % written exam
Lecturer(s)
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