Code
MUSE ENG 3402
Niveau
L3
Discipline
Anglais
Langue
Anglais/English
Crédits ECTS
2
Heures programmées
27
Charge totale étudiant
40
Coordonnateur(s)
Département
- Langues et Sciences Humaines
Introduction au module
This course cultivates intercultural awareness and academic English proficiency through a thematic exploration of contemporary global issues. Learners critically analyse these issues and craft appropriate responses, sharpening both language and cultural insight.
Central to the syllabus are the mechanics of purposeful communication: framing claims, marshalling evidence, structuring reasoning, and tailoring style to audience. Students dissect rhetorical choices in authentic texts and apply them to their own writing.
By the end of the course, participants interact confidently in English across academic and professional settings—negotiating transactions, leading discussions, delivering presentations—and produce supporting documents that meet disciplinary standards
Objectifs d'apprentissage (compétences mères)
- 3.2 - Communiquer de manière efficace et pertinente, à des fins de formation, de transfert de connaissances, de compétences ou d'innovation, en français et dans au moins une langue étrangère, dont l'anglais, et dans un contexte global et multiculturel.
Traits de compétences
Learners will aim to master the fundamental language of academic English as applicable across a variety of skills and contexts, and work to apply this knowledge in the creation of academic-style documents fit for purpose in an international university. Participating students will be encouraged to apply for an international academic exchange at the end of the first year.
Students should be able to:
• Understand the key components of the academic writing genre
• Produce basic academic texts in terms of organisation (thesis statements, introductions, conclusions); cohesion; formality and process (editing).
• Produce complex but clear paragraphs appropriate to academic genre
• Exercise judgement and flexibility in expressing complex ideas
• Conceive, plan and deliver engaging academic presentations
• Interact effectively in an online ‘classroom’ and webinar setting
• Use techniques to engage in reasoned debate
• Facilitate discussions and show understanding in interpersonal contexts
• Engage thoughtfully and self-reflectively in discussions of culture
• Deploy a range of reading techniques to quickly digest and analyse large quantities of reading material
• Recognise and reuse key vocabulary and language patterns appropriate to an academic context
• Recognise cultural differences with the target culture
• Produce a Cover Letter for an international academic/professional application
Contenu : structure du module et agenda
S01 Introduction to course, theme and preliminary exploration of key issues; Optional Written assignment (needs analysis) / Writing I: Key objectives
S02 Writing & Presenting: Key objectives
S03 Writing & Presenting: Key objectives
S04 [Flexi-session I : responsive to student needs]
S05 CC1 (Presentation)
S06 CC1 (Presentation) Writing III
S07 CC1 (Presentation) / Writing IV - Citations & Preparing CC3
S08 CC2 (written) / Editing / Catchup session
S09 Review and revision for CF / [Flexi-session II : depending on student needs]
CF
Contribution à l'atteinte des ODD (Objets du Développement Durable)
"ODD 4 (Éducation de qualité) :
L'apprentissage des langues en petits groupes dans l'enseignement supérieur offre un apprentissage inclusif et personnalisé, favorisant un accès équitable à une éducation de qualité.
ODD 10 (Inégalités réduites) :
L'apprentissage des langues en petits groupes dans l'enseignement supérieur favorise l'inclusion sociale et les opportunités économiques mondiales, réduisant les clivages culturels et permettant aux étudiants marginalisés de s'épanouir à l'international.
SDG 4 (Quality Education):
Small-group language learning in higher education delivers inclusive, personalized learning, fostering equitable access to quality education.
SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities):
Small-group language learning in higher education promotes social inclusion and global economic opportunities, bridging cultural divides and empowering marginalized students to thrive internationally."
Nombre d'ODD abordés parmi les 17
4, 10
Apprentissage
synchrone
Méthode pédagogique
Students will analyse a range of supports from different media sources.
Texts: Students will be supplied with texts from differing sources and of differing lengths. Students will be asked to analyse, deconstruct, and/or reconstruct according to the objective at hand. Students will be asked to produce texts conforming to the genre studied.
Students may be asked to read aloud for practice in pronunciation. Full effort is required for pronunciation practice, so a ‘theatre’ mindset is required.
While studying texts, students should make notes / highlight unknown words, phrases and rhetorical devices during reading to ask questions during the class
New Media: Short videos or digital media will be presented in class with associated questions / tasks based on the input. Students should take notes on content during all presentation unless otherwise instructed.
Interactive: Any interactive material will require autonomous participation from the student. However, the student must signal problems and/or questions to the teacher at the earliest opportunity.
Collaborative: Group projects will be conducted regularly, and students will generally NOT be allowed to chose their group. This is to respect diversity and group dynamics. It is the group’s responsibility to make sure that all members conduct an equal amount of work.
Peer-grading: Students may be asked to grade each other’s work based on objective criteria, and provide feedback. Students are encouraged to grade honestly to better help their colleagues.
Vocabulary journaling / revision: Students should keep a vocabulary log and self-test on learned vocabulary throughout the semester.
Système de notation et modalités de rattrapage
All Grading will be on a scale of 0 to 20, unless otherwise stated.
The CF makes up 1/3 of the final grade for the module (UV/UE).
The CC makes up 2/3 of the final grade for the module (UV/UE). This CC grade is made up of equal parts ‘PP’ grade (Presence & Participation), and ‘CC*’ Grade (3 Selected Classroom assignments, as detailed by the teacher: 2 Written Production assignments, and 1 Presentation).
Presence Grade: Students will receive credit for attending class regularly, up to a maximum of 1/6 of their total grade. Unjustified absences will thus have a direct impact on student’s overall grade.
Participation Grade: Students will be assessed on their participation in class, according to the criteria in ‘classroom expectations’
In case of absence, it is the responsibility of the student to make up for any missed work in order to avoid such absences negatively impacting final grades.
Validating the tandem program will add 2 bonus points to a student’s CC grade of the corresponding language course.
CEFR Grade (A1-C2)
Students will be continuously assessed as to their language level relative to CEFR criteria.
There is NO DIRECT RELATION between a student’s CC*/CF/PP and their CEFR level.
Une absence non justifiée au CF1 par le service de scolarité centrale entraîne la note 0/20.
En cas d’échec (note finale inférieure à 10) au CF1, un Contrôle Final 2 (CF2) est organisé.
A LSH, la note de CF2 ne remplace QUE la note du CF1 et, lorsque votre absence au CF1 n'est pas justifiée par la scolarité centrale de votre école, alors votre note d'UV/UE finale (CC+CF2) est plafonnée à 13/20 maximum.
Pour plus d'informations, voir sur le blog LSH : https://lsh.imt-bs.blog/
Règlement du module
Students are expected to show self-respect, respect for others, and give their best at all times.
Students should be ready for a high degree of interaction: in pairs, groups and in open class environments. Discussion will be the norm and everyone is expected to contribute in every class.
Students should arrive to class ready to participate with the necessary materials
Classroom expectations:
The participation grade will be based on the following criteria:
• Punctuality: on-time and ready-to-work (non-disruptive in time-keeping)
• Motivation: Only speaking English in Class, no use of translation tools
• Collaborative: Interacting appropriately during pair/group work
• Engagement: Participating appropriately in whole-class activities
• Focus: Remaining focused during teacher input and on class tasks
• Committed to Homework: Homework delivered on time and to the best of your ability.
• Positive: Contributing to positive class atmosphere
Use of all electronic devices is forbidden unless indicated otherwise.
Late arrivals will not be tolerated. Warnings will be issued for late arrivals, and repeated or severe lateness will be treated as an absence.
Mots-clés
Communication; Culture