English Language

Academic Year 2024/2025 - Teacher: DOUGLAS PONTON

Expected Learning Outcomes

To acquire knowledge of the language and culture of Britain and the United States, to be able to discuss one's own ideas of these, in English.

Course Structure

The course involves frontal teaching, exercises in couples and small groups, vision of film material and listening, discussion in Italian and English, student powerpoint presentations

Detailed Course Content

the course covers various aspects of English and American culture such as Highland life, American music, Silicon Valley, etc.

Textbook Information

Collection of texts on British and American culture mainly taken from the web

Learning Assessment

Learning Assessment Procedures

written test on grammar elements at A2/B1 level oral exam on the articles in the programme; reading, translation and discussion in English