English for E&BE

Uitgebreide vaknaam	English for E&BE
Leerdoelen	Upon completion of the course, the student is able to: 1. Distinguish between formal and informal English in speaking and writing. 2. Demonstrate a sufficient range of language to give clear descriptions and express viewpoints, and to clearly formulate and construct argumentation in English speaking and writing. 3. Write an academic research paper in English that is coherent, grammatically accurate and contains a wide range of subject appropriate and academic vocabulary. 4. Deliver an academic presentation in English with a clear structure, professional delivery, appropriate vocabulary, grammatical accuracy and coherence, followed by a well-managed question and answer session. 5. Present opinions, research findings and defend points of view in English through participation in meetings and discussions. 6. Cooperate with other students. 7. Reflect on their own writing and speaking. 8. Provide and process constructive feedback. 9. Work independently with online references to further develop their English language skills.
Omschrijving	The Nestor based course concentrates on written skills in a professional business context. The focus of the curriculum aims to assist students to become proficient users of professional business English communication. Specifically, the following: 1. Develop and use skills of analytic reading and critical thinking; 2. Develop new vocabulary and word skills; 3. Expand grammar, syntax and sentence mechanics; 4. Write a business memo, letter, and report; 5. Expand their knowledge of business English; 6. Demonstrate knowledge of discourse conventions ranging from structure and paragraphing to tone and mechanics; 7. Demonstrate control of such surface features as grammar, punctuation, and spelling; 8. Develop flexible strategies for generating, revising, editing, and proof-reading; 9. Employ the collaborative and social aspects of writing processes; 10. Successfully master the mechanics of a PowerPoint; 11. Deliver a professional oral individual and group; 12. Work within a team utilizing business agendas, meetings, and minutes.
Uren per week	3
Onderwijsvorm	-werkcollege (Attendance at tutorials is mandatory. Small-group teaching tutorials and self-study, supported through Nestor and individual feedback.)
Toetsvorm	-groepsopdracht,  -groepspresentatie,  -individuele opdracht (Written assignments and presentations. All assessment, both writing and presenting, will take place during teaching weeks, not in the exam period. Therefore, attendance is obligatory during these weeks.)
Vaksoort	propedeuse
Coördinator	C.E. Fuller, MA.
Docent(en)	M.R. Drury, MA. , C.E. Fuller, MA. , E.V. Johnson-De Smeth , J.M. Mahoney ,drs. E.J. Meima , P. van der Laan, MA. , I.J. van Dommele ,drs. J.R. van Loon ,drs. J.N. Veenkamp ,drs. W.M.A.J. Wijnhoven
Verplichte literatuur	Titel Auteur ISBN Prijs Nestor Toolbox Nestor site with relevant materials
Entreevoorwaarden	Admittance to the BSc E&BE. Depending on e.g. capacity, other students may be allowed to participate in some or all course activities. (To be decided by the Programme Director)
Opmerkingen
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type BSc Economics and Business Economics/E&BE  (basisprogramma BSc E&BE) 1 semester II verplicht