English 2: Language and Culture (UCC) (7788.1)
Please note these are the 2020 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | ||
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| University Of Canberra College | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
English 2 is the second in the sequence of English Language units in the University of Canberra College Diplomas. Having completed the English units, students will be able to participate much more confidently in academic and social life on campus and in the broader Canberra community.
English 2 is a unit that will assist students to develop fluency in English; to consolidate their knowledge of some more complex structures of English; to extend their vocabulary, particularly in those areas that allow them to communicate comfortably with their peers about contemporary issues; and to further develop the important study skills which will take on increasing importance for them in the latter stages of their College Diploma.
1. Convey meaning in general conversations, make a significant contribution in tutorial and class settings in English in the university setting;
2. Understand conversations and media broadcasts presented by educated speakers (and others whose accents are familiar);
3. Write a well-constructed paragraph and academic essay that builds on prior knowledge of English grammar and sentence construction and you will be able to demonstrate awareness of the conventions of academic writing, appropriate referencing and citations; and
4. Read general and academic texts, and access reading strategies needed for tertiary study, and you can independently research and access information electronically through data bases.
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
English 2 is a unit that will assist students to develop fluency in English; to consolidate their knowledge of some more complex structures of English; to extend their vocabulary, particularly in those areas that allow them to communicate comfortably with their peers about contemporary issues; and to further develop the important study skills which will take on increasing importance for them in the latter stages of their College Diploma.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Convey meaning in general conversations, make a significant contribution in tutorial and class settings in English in the university setting;
2. Understand conversations and media broadcasts presented by educated speakers (and others whose accents are familiar);
3. Write a well-constructed paragraph and academic essay that builds on prior knowledge of English grammar and sentence construction and you will be able to demonstrate awareness of the conventions of academic writing, appropriate referencing and citations; and
4. Read general and academic texts, and access reading strategies needed for tertiary study, and you can independently research and access information electronically through data bases.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
Prerequisites
English 1: Language and Culture.Corequisites
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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Not available
Required texts
You will be provided with the access to the soft copy of the "Unit Materials Workbook" on Canvas for this unit. You will also be expected to purchase, or have constant access to:
- Oshima, A. and A. Hogue (2014) Longman Academic Writing Series Level 4. Fifth edition. New York: Addison-Wesley Longman which is used in classes
- an English-English dictionary, such as the Collins Cobuild Students English Dictionary, for examinations and tests
- an English thesaurus, such as The Essential English Thesaurus
Participation requirements
Students must achieve at least 50% of overall marks to pass this unit.
It's strongly suggested that students attend and engage with all classes. Since there is a Continuous Assessment componenet as part of overall assessment, unsatisfactory attendance means that if students are not in class to participate, this will make it difficult for those students to fulfil the requirements for this part of the assessment.
Required IT skills
Students are expected to bring their electronic device to all classes, such as a lap-top computer or ipad.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
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