English Foundations (S2)

Catalogue des cours de Institut Mines-Télécom Business School

Code

MGSE ENG 4004

Niveau

M1

Discipline

Anglais

Langue

Anglais/English

Crédits ECTS

2

Heures programmées

12

Charge totale étudiant

40

Coordonnateur(s)

Département

  • Langues et Sciences Humaines

Finalité d'apprentissage (Bloc de compétences)

  • LG2 Avoir la capacité de gérer l'incertitude et la complexité avec précision et rigueur
  • LG5 Être ouvert (d'esprit) aux autres, au monde et à la recherche d'un impact sociétal positif

Traits de compétences

(GA12) Use culturally appropriate methods to speak, interact sensitively, and get messages across

Detailed Language Objectives:
By the end of the course learners will:
• have increased motivation and skills to attend, and contribute actively to, English language courses
• have acquired a solid vocabulary base from which to work
• have acquired conversational automatisms and improved their English pronunciation
• be able to overcome linguistic problems to make themselves understood
• be more confident and competent in general conversational in English
• have practiced interactional English through a variety of task-based Role Plays
• have increased their functional and strategic listening skills
• have understood and practiced a range of features involved in clear pronunciation
• be able to express their opinions clearly, and agree & disagree in English

Contenu : structure du module et agenda

Please note that this sequence is subject to change. Learners should consult their email and the class moodle page regularly to stay aware of changes)

S01 Introduction to course, Exploration of tools and procedures
S02 Vocabulary Learning
S03 Task1 / Vocabulary Learning
S04 CC1 & Vocab Learning
S05 Vocabulary Learning
S06 Task2 / Vocabulary Learning
S07 CC2 & Vocab Learning
S08 Vocabulary Learning
S09 Task3 / Vocabulary Learning
S10 CC3 & Vocabulary Learning
S11 CF

Méthode pédagogique

Pedagogical methods (non-contractual):
• Regular Pronunciation exercises (‘tongue twisters’, limericks, reading speeches)
• Regular low-stakes testing of vocabulary and guided self-study
• Regular listening exercises focusing on a specific strategy or part of connected speech
• Circumlocution ‘games’
• Storytelling and writing anecdotes
• Vocabulary / Language Games (Quizlet, ‘Taboo’, Times up, The post-it game…)
• Task-based learning – Learners are asked to prepare for, and execute a given task requiring language production of varying degrees of authenticity.
• Short reading and pronunciation exercises
• Regular vocabulary tests and quizzes.

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 assignments, as detailed by the teacher).

Presence Grade: Learners 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 a learner’s overall grade.
Participation Grade: Learners will be assessed on their participation in class, according to the criteria in ‘classroom expectations’

Validating the tandem program will add 2 bonus points to a learner’s CC grade of the corresponding language course.

CEFR Grade (A1-C2)
Learners will be continuously assessed as to their language level relative to CEFR criteria.
There is NO DIRECT RELATION between a learner’s CC*/CF/PP and their CEFR level.

Une absence au non justifiée au CF1 par le service de scolarité centrale entraîne la note 0/20.

CF2
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 finale de module (UV/UE) est plafonnée à 13/20 (donc CC+CF2).
Pour plus d'informations, voir sur le blog LSH : https://lsh.imt-bs.blog/

Grades are subject to moderation by the course coordinator. The value of grades may increase or decrease.

Règlement du module

Learner Expectations:
Learners are expected to show self-respect, respect for others, and give their best at all times.
Learners 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.
Learners should arrive to class ready to participate with the necessary materials.
Use of all electronic devices is forbidden unless indicated otherwise.

Punctuality / Attendance:
Attendance is obligatory for all courses and exercises. Attendance will be registered at every session, with non-attendance impacting learner grades.
Learners are expected to be ready to start on time for each session. This means arriving prepared to work at least a few minutes early for class.
Learners arriving after the start time may be admitted to class (at the discretion of the teacher), but will be marked as late (impacting presence grade). Learners arriving 5 (or more) minutes late will be marked absent for the entire class. The same rules apply when returning from breaks.
All absences must be justified through the central administration of the student's program. The corresponding documentation must be submitted directly to the teacher within 7 calendar days following the absence. After this period, absences will be considered unjustified by the LSH.
It is the responsibility of the learner to make up for any and all missed work.

Participation:
Participation grades are 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 ability
• Positive: Contributing to a positive class atmosphere

Academic Integrity:
Each assignment submitted for grading must be created solely by the learner without the help of automated correctors and/or language translators and without the help of generative text tools, unless expressly indicated otherwise by the teacher. Any work showing characteristic signs of such usage, not conforming to the learner's level, will be given a grade of 0/20. The final decision will be made by the teacher and the course coordinator.