Advanced Grammar Usage (C1)

Dozent/in:

Laura Murphy

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

This course may also be attended by students in the European Joint Master’s Degree
English and American Studies (Master Module Language Proficiency) as well as by ERASMUS students.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.
Nur für Studierende, die NICHT Anglistik an der Universität Bamberg studieren.
Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.

Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.
Only for students who are NOT students of Anglistik at the University of Bamberg.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

NOTE: Students should attend Intermediate Grammar Usage if they are placed at a B2 level in the HaF Placement Test before attending this course!

Inhalt:

Advanced Grammar Usage is an in-depth “polishing” course aimed at fostering the
grammatical competence necessary for future English teachers, writers, or editors.
The course provides opportunities for practice that are geared towards helping students navigate the intricacies of advanced grammatical structures:
tenses, aspect, mood, irregular verbs etc.
A different area of grammar will be dealt with each week, and worksheets/homework worksheets will be provided via the VC course.

Business English II: Finance

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Es werden Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau B2 vorausgesetzt.

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich. An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

ACHTUNG: All Wirtschaftsenglisch courses start in the week of KW 17

Inhalt:

This course is designed to provide a general introduction to the way in which our industrial society functions and how the organizations in it operate. The course will cover a broad range of topics such as business structures, market structures and business ethics.

Business English IV: Organisational Behaviour

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Es werden Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau B2 vorausgesetzt.

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich. An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

ACHTUNG: All Wirtschaftsenglisch courses start in the week of KW 17

Business English VI : Public Speaking

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Es werden Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau C1 vorausgesetzt.

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich. An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums. Im Zweifelsfall haben Studierende höherer Semester Vorrang.

ACHTUNG: All Wirtschaftsenglisch courses start in the week of KW 17

Business English VIII: Managerial Issues

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Es werden Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau C1 vorausgesetzt.

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich. An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

ACHTUNG: All Wirtschaftsenglisch courses start in the week of KW 17

Conversation I

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 1

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Für Studienortwechsler, Erasmusstudenten sowie Studierende, die den Leistungsnachweis zur baldigen Prüfungsanmeldung benötigen, werden im begrenzten Umfang Plätze frei gehalten. Bei Überbuchung des Seminars fällt die Entscheidung über die Teilnahme in Rücksprache mit der Dozentin/dem Dozenten.

The Conversation classes are optional for the majority of Anglistik students and are taught by native-speakers from our British and American partner universities. The aim of the course is for students to practice their English in a more relaxed atmosphere without the pressure of exams or grades.

Conversation I A = Vivian from Nigeria
Conversation I B = Elias from the US
Conversation II = Jacob from the US
Conversation III = Isobel from the UK and Nate from the US
Please go along to the first class session (in the 4th week of term)
to find out more details about the organisation of the course
(presentations, scheduled topics, etc.). Please be prepared to move classes if one of the parallel courses is full!

Conversation II

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 1

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Für Studienortwechsler, Erasmusstudenten sowie Studierende, die den Leistungsnachweis zur baldigen Prüfungsanmeldung benötigen, werden im begrenzten Umfang Plätze frei gehalten. Bei Überbuchung des Seminars fällt die Entscheidung über die Teilnahme in Rücksprache mit der Dozentin/dem Dozenten.

The Conversation classes are optional for the majority of Anglistik students and are taught by native-speakers from our British and American partner universities. The aim of the course is for students to practice their English in a more relaxed atmosphere without the pressure of exams or grades.

Conversation I A = Vivian from Nigeria
Conversation I B = Elias from the US
Conversation II = Jacob from the US
Conversation III = Isobel from the UK and Nate from the US

Please go along to the first class session (in the 4th week of term)
to find out more details about the organisation of the course
(presentations, scheduled topics, etc.). Please be prepared to move classes if one of the parallel courses is full!

Conversation III

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 1

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Für Studienortwechsler, Erasmusstudenten sowie Studierende, die den Leistungsnachweis zur baldigen Prüfungsanmeldung benötigen, werden im begrenzten Umfang Plätze frei gehalten. Bei Überbuchung des Seminars fällt die Entscheidung über die Teilnahme in Rücksprache mit der Dozentin/dem Dozenten.

The Conversation classes are optional for the majority of Anglistik students and are taught by native-speakers from our British and American partner universities. The aim of the course is for students to practice their English in a more relaxed atmosphere without the pressure of exams or grades.

Conversation I A = Vivian from Nigeria

Conversation I B = Elias from the US

Conversation II = Jacob from the US

Conversation III = Isobel from the UK and Nate from the US

Please go along to the first class session (in the 4th week of term)
to find out more details about the organisation of the course
(presentations, scheduled topics, etc.). Please be prepared to move classes if one of the parallel courses is full!

Englisch: B2 Tests für Studiengang Lehramt

Dozent/in:

Catherine Irvine

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, Anmeldung zur *Lehrveranstaltung* über FlexNow zu *einem* der Termine (Gruppe I, II, III oder IV)

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

B2 English Certification Test for Lehramt Students

Overview:
Are you pursuing a teaching degree for the Grundschule or Mittelschule at a Bavarian university?
According to LPO I §§ 36(1) No. 2 and 38(1) No. 4 (13.03.2008),
Lehramt students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency at the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
This certification is a prerequisite for students who have not chosen
English as a subject or didactics course in their Lehramt studies.

Anmeldung über Flex Now erforderlich!
An- und Abmeldung im FlexNow-Onlinesystem jeweils bis eine Woche vor Testtermin.

Achtung: Anmeldung erfolgt zur Lehrveranstaltung - nicht über die Prüfungsanmeldung!

Inhalt:

Test Format:
This ONLINE test offers a convenient way to certify your English skills at the B2 level.
The test assesses your abilities in grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension,
listening comprehension, and writing, providing a comprehensive evaluation of your English proficiency.

Alternative Certification:
Successful completion of a university-offered English course can also serve as certification of independent language use
at the B2 level, in accordance with "Fremdsprachenkenntnisse nach der LPO I" Nr. 3 letter i).

These courses include:

• Englisch: Sprachpraxis B2: Preparing for B2 (Teil 1) AND (Teil 2)

• Englisch: Preparing for B2 in the Semester Break (Feriensprachkurs)

Contact Information:
For further inquiries about the B2 English Certification Test or other English qualifications,
please contact catherine.irvine@uni-bamberg.de.

Englisch: Preparing for B2 in the Semester Break (Feriensprachkurs vom 09.09.-26.09.24)

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 4 SWS, ECTS: 6

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

English: Preparing for B2 in the Semester Break
In den Semesterferien findet in English ein Intensivsprachkurs B2 statt.

Bitte kalkulieren Sie für das tägliche Selbststudium zusätzlich etwa 2 Stunden ein.

Bitte beachten: Melden Sie sich in Flexnow für die beiden folgenden Kurse an:

English: Preparing for B2 in the Semester Break (Teil 1)
und
English: Preparing for B2 in the Semester Break (Teil 2)

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.
Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test,
please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Level: B2

Inhalt:

Brief Course Description:
This course in the semester break is an all-encompassing language
course designed for intensive grammar revision,
vocabulary expansion, and practical skills enhancement in reading,
writing, listening, and speaking.

This short-term course, scheduled during the semester break, aims to propel your English proficiency to the B2 level.

By the end of this course, you will:

• Grasp the main ideas of complex texts on diverse topics, including specialized discussions in your field.

• Engage fluently and spontaneously with others, facilitating smooth conversations.

• Craft clear, detailed texts across a variety of subjects, and articulate well-rounded viewpoints on contemporary issues.

Daily Activities:
Engage in a dynamic mix of activities focused on grammar workshops,
vocabulary exercises, and comprehensive practice across all language skills.
Emphasis will be on interactive learning and practical application to ensure significant progress within a short span.

Assessment Methods: Assessment in this course will include:

• Portfolio of Tasks: Throughout the course, you will complete a variety of assignments, including grammar exercises, vocabulary quizzes, short essays, and speaking recordings to showcase our progress.

• Mid-Course Exam: Around the halfway mark, you'll take an exam
to evaluate your understanding and application of the material covered so far.

• Mid-Course Check-In: This is a chance for you to receive
personalized feedback and set goals for the second half of the course.

• Final Exam: At the end of the course, you'll take part in a comprehensive exam assessing your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

If you complete the course successfully, you will grant a certificate indicating B2 level attainment.

Empfohlene Literatur:

Global revised edition: Upper-intermediate /
Package Student’s Book with ebook and MPO Code by Lindsey Clandfield
and Rebecca Robb Benne (ISBN: 978-3198529805).
Additional resources and materials will be provided through the Virtual Campus site.

Englisch: Sprachnachweis für das Auslandsstudium

Angaben:

Sonstige Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Wer für einige Zeit im Ausland studieren möchte, benötigt für die Bewerbung an den ausländischen Universitäten einen Sprachnachweis. Hierfür führt das Sprachenzentrum in den Sprachen Englisch, Französisch und Spanisch Sprachtests durch, mit denen das Niveau nachgewiesen werden kann. Die Sprachtests bestehen aus einem schriftlichen Test inklusive einer Hörverständnisübung (vor Ort) und einer anschließenden 15minütigen mündlichen Prüfung (online) in Zweiergruppen.

Bitte beachten Sie: Die mündliche Prüfung findet am Tag der schriftlichen Prüfung statt. Dies kann vor oder nach dem schriftlichen Teil sein.
Den genauen Termin erfahren Sie zwei Tage vor der schriftliche Prüfung per E-Mail.

Eine Anmeldung über FlexNow ist erforderlich!
Achtung: Anmeldung erfolgt zur Lehrveranstaltung - nicht über die Prüfungsanmeldung!

Bei Bestehen von bestimmten Sprachkursen des Sprachenzentrums der Universität Bamberg auf dem erforderlichen Niveau mit der Note 2,0 oder besser
muss der schriftliche Teil des Sprachnachweis-Tests nicht mehr abgelegt werden.

Es erfolgt eine direkte Zulassung zur mündlichen Prüfung, sofern die Prüfung des Sprachkurses nicht länger als ein Jahr zurückliegt.

Weitere Informationen hierzu finden Sie auf der Homepage des Sprachenzentrums.

Englisch: Sprachpraxis B1: Preparing for B1 (Teil 2)

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Sprachangebot, Austauschstudenten, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.
Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test,
please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Assessment Methods:

• Portfolio of Tasks: A variety of assignments including grammar exercises, vocabulary quizzes, short essays,
and speaking recordings to showcase your progress.

• Mid-Course Exam: An exam to evaluate your understanding and application of the material covered in the first half of the course.

• Mid-Course Check-In: A session for personalized feedback and goal setting for the second half of the course.

• Final Exam: A comprehensive exam assessing your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills at the end of the course.

Inhalt:

Course Level: B1

Course Description:
If you're ready to get better at English, this course is for you.
We're going to do lots of fun activities to help you use English in real life.
This course is for you if you want to feel more confident speaking and using English every day. You'll increase the size of your vocabulary and learn how to use grammar more precisely.
We'll practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking together.
Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. understand main ideas in English about everyday things

2. handle situations when you travel to places where people speak English, like asking for directions or ordering food.

3. Write and speak about things you're interested in, your experiences, and your future hopes.

4. Explain why you like something or why you want to do something in a simple way.

Empfohlene Literatur:

Title: Keynote, Intermediate Student's Book, B1 (inkl. DVD): Student's Book + DVD
Authors: Paul Dummett, Helen Stephenson, Lewis Lansford
ISBN: 978-1-30539909-9

Englisch: Sprachpraxis B2: Academic Speaking

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test,
please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Level B2

Inhalt:

Brief Course Description:

This course aims to boost your speaking skills and your confidence
in academic settings.
This course is all about getting you comfortable with joining discussions, taking part in debates, and giving presentations.
We'll practice together how to share your thoughts clearly and stand your ground in debates.
In addition, we'll work on how to organize your ideas into presentations that hold people's attention.
You'll learn to speak clearly, use the right tone, and pick the best words to make your point.

Learning Objectives: You will:

• become more comfortable participating in class discussions and debates.

• organize and deliver compelling presentations, focusing on structure, visual aids, and audience engagement.

• improve pronunciation and intonation to ensure clear understanding.

• develop skills to argue effectively, using evidence and logical reasoning.

Weekly Activities:

We will dedicate time to discussions, presentations, debate panels,
and impromptu speaking challenges.
Additionally, we will learn to give constructive feedback to our peers on their performances.

Assessment Methods:
Your progress will be evaluated through participation in four graded activities:

1. Group discussion: contributing to a discussion on a given topic

2. Debate: participating in a debate, assessing persuasive speaking skills

3. Presentation: delivering a structured presentation on a given topic

4. Spontaneous speech: completion of impromptu speaking exercises

These components are designed to assess and foster your growth in academic speaking skills, encouraging active participation and continuous improvement throughout the course.

Empfohlene Literatur:

All course materials will be shared on the Virtual Campus site.

Englisch: Sprachpraxis B2: Academic Writing

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.

Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.
Assessment Methods:

• Portfolio of Written Work: Students will compile a portfolio that includes a variety of assignments showcasing their
ability to write different types of essays—compare and contrast,
cause and effect, persuasive, and problem and solution essays—along
with revisions to demonstrate their growth in academic writing skills.

• Peer Review Assignments: Assessment will also involve active participation in peer review sessions,
where students provide and receive feedback on their essays.
This process helps improve writing skills through constructive
criticism and learning from peers.

Inhalt:

Level: B2

Brief Course Description: This course is for students from any subject who want to get better at writing essays in English.
We'll look at different kinds of essays like comparing things, explaining reasons and results, trying to persuade readers, and solving problems.
We start with simple sentences and then learn how to write full paragraphs and plan essays.
You'll also practice checking your work to make it clearer and correct. Your writing assignments will help us see how much you've learned.
This course will help you write better academic papers and feel more confident in your writing skills.

Learning Objectives: You will:

1. practice writing clear and concise sentences as the foundation for all academic writing.

2. gain the ability to organize ideas into coherent paragraphs.

3. learn the structure and purpose of various academic essays, including compare and contrast, cause and effect, persuasive, and problem and solution essays.

4. learn how to plan and structure short essays effectively.

5. develop skills in editing and revising your own work to improve accuracy and clarity.

6. increase confidence in writing academic texts in English through practice and feedback.

Empfohlene Literatur:

Textbook: Zemach, Dorothy E., and Ghulldu, Lisa A. Writing Essays – Updated Edition: From Paragraph to Essay /
Student’s Book with Code (Macmillan Writing Series (Updated Edition)), Macmillan, 2023. ISBN 978-3190325771.

Englisch: Sprachpraxis B2: Preparing for B2 (Teil 2)

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Austauschstudenten, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.
Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.
Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Level: B2

Assessment Methods: Assessment in this course will include:

• Portfolio of Tasks: Throughout the course, you will complete a variety of assignments, including grammar exercises, vocabulary quizzes, short essays, and speaking recordings to showcase our progress.

• Mid-Course Exam: Around the halfway mark, you'll take an exam to evaluate your understanding and application of the material covered so far.

• Mid-Course Check-In: This is a chance for you to receive personalized feedback and set goals for the second half of the course.

• Final Exam: At the end of the course, you'll take part in a comprehensive exam assessing your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

Inhalt:

Brief Course Description: "Englisch: Sprachpraxis B2: Preparing for B2 (Teil 2)" is a language course that helps you improve your English to reach the B2 level.
Together, we'll work on grammar, expand your vocabulary, and give you lots of practice in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
As the second part of our journey to B2 proficiency, this course aims to refine your ability to understand complex texts,
interact easily and naturally with speakers of English, and share your views on current issues. By the end of our time together, you'll be able to discuss a wide range of topics,
express your ideas, and understand English at a deeper level.

Learning Objectives: By the end of the course, you will:

• understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in your field of specialization.

• interact easily and naturally with speakers of English.

• share your viewpoints on current issues, weighing the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

Weekly Activities: Each week, we will engage in grammar workshops and vocabulary
building sessions to strengthen our language foundation, alongside reading practice and listening exercises to enhance our comprehension skills.
We will also participate in speaking practice and writing tasks,
actively applying our learning and improving our communication abilities in English.

Empfohlene Literatur:

Keynote. Upper Intermediate. Student's Book: B2 (inkl. DVD)
Helen Stephenson, Lewis Lansford & Paul Dummett (Authors)
ISBN: 978-1-305-39913-6

Englisch: Sprachpraxis C1: Current Events - Discussion and Analysis

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Sprachangebot

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.
Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory. Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.
If you have any questions about the HaF placement test,
please contact mailto:catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.
Assessment

The portfolio assessment includes:
• leading a 40-minute
• leading a portion of a group discussion portion
• participating actively
reflecting on the experience.

Inhalt:

Level: This course is intended for participants who have already achieved an advanced level
of English (C1) and wish to further enhance their skills in a dynamic setting.

Brief Course Description: Immerse yourself in the exploration of current global issues
through the perspective of English-speaking countries in this dynamic course. You will engage
in weekly discussions about selected articles and podcasts, enhancing your ability to both
lead and contribute meaningfully to discussions about international events.

Learning Outcomes: You will:

• analyze and discuss the content of English-language sources.

• assess the credibility and quality of information sources.

• pose insightful questions that foster in-depth discussions.

• provide thoughtful insights during discussions on global events.

• master speaking and productive skills corresponding to the C1 level of the CEFR.

Weekly Activities:
• Weekly discussions of selected articles and podcasts, facilitated by the instructor and students.

Empfohlene Literatur:

• A carefully selected collection of articles and podcasts from various English-speaking regions.

• Virtual Campus forums for continued discussion beyond classroom sessions.

Englisch: Sprachpraxis C1: Preparing for C1 (Teil 2)

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Austauschstudenten, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.

Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test,
please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.
Level: C1

Assessment Methods: The course evaluation comprises:

• Portfolio of Tasks: A collection of various assignments, including grammar exercises, vocabulary quizzes, short essays, and speaking recordings, to demonstrate your progress.

• Mid-Course Exam: An examination assessing your grasp and application of the material learned in the first half of the course.

• Mid-Course Check-In: A session designed for personalized feedback and goal setting for the latter half of the course.

• Final Exam: A comprehensive assessment of your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, confirming your proficiency at the C1 level.

Inhalt:

The course is an integrated language course involving grammar revision and consolidation and vocabulary expansion at the C1 level, as well as practice in reading, writing, listening and oral skills.

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

• understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning
• express yourself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions
• use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes
• produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices

A portfolio of tasks comprise the components of the evaluation for the class.
More details will be given in the first class.

In order to receive a certificate indicating that the level of English attained is that of C1,
both Preparing for C1 (Teil 1) and Preparing for C1 (Teil 2) will have to be completed successfully.

NOTE: You should complete Preparing for C1 (Teil 1) before taking Preparing for C1 (Teil 2)!

Empfohlene Literatur:

Keynote, Advanced Student's Book, C1 (inkl. DVD): Student's
Book + DVD Authors: Lewis Landsford, Paul Dummett, Helen Stephenson
ISBN: 978-1-305-39915-0

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Englisch: Sprachpraxis C1: Presenting Research in English

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Austauschstudenten, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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Studiengänge, für die der Kurs geöffnet ist: Alle Lehrgänge

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.
If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Inhalt:

This course is for students who wish to be able to hold academic presentations in English more confidently.
All aspects of the preparation for presenting an article will be covered including writing abstracts, adapting the article to
a presentation format, preparing a research poster and the differences between written and spoken academic language.
The course will give participants the chance to workshop their own presentations and be given detailed and tailored feedback on their work.
The assessment will be based on the presentation of a paper to the rest of the class.

Englisch: Sprachpraxis C1: Writing Bachelors/Masters Theses in English

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Nachhaltigkeit, Austauschstudenten, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Inhalt:

This course is designed for students of all faculties who have to write academic texts in English.
We will examine the typical style and vocabulary of academic writing and the linguistic tools needed
for referencing research sources, producing summaries and composing different types of essays, as well
as those skills needed for effective proofreading. This course will not only look at the mechanics of
writing, but also aim to help students become better academic thinkers and planners.

This course will involve collaborative work, and through guided practice, students will learn to give
peer feedback on their colleagues’ writing, helping them in turn to become better editors of their own compositions.
This course will be assessed by the means of a portfolio of texts written during the course.

NOTE: We recommend attending English: Academic Writing B2 before attending English: Academic Writing C1!

English for Communications Science

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Studiengänge, für die der Kurs geöffnet ist: Kowi – BA

Prüfung: 15 minütige mündliche Prüfung

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Inhalt:

This course is aimed at improving Communications Science students’ use of English. It will focus on the terminology used in the field and equip students with the ability to discuss issues around Mass Communication and the media. The course will focus primarily on spoken English. We will look at examples of how various media outlets differ in their methods of communication and discuss how these examples could be interpreted according to various models of communication. The course will be assessed by an individual presentation.

English for Social & Political Scientists: ESPS, Political Science

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Es werden Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau B2 vorausgesetzt.

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Inhalt:

Die Studierenden werden mit politischen Texten arbeiten, um sowohl das Textverständnis als auch die Textproduktion zu verbessern.

English for Social & Political Scientists: ESPS, Social Science

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Es werden Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau B2 vorausgesetzt.

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Grundkurs I

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, 2 Parallelkurse: A - B

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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Anforderungen: regelmäßige Mitarbeit, 2 Klausuren bzw. Portfolio

BA Hauptfach/Nebenfach/LA Gymnasium/Realschule/Grundschule/Mittelschule, BA Berufliche Bildung, LA Hauptschule (Didaktikfach
Englisch), Wipäd: Basismodul (3 ECTS)

Please note that all courses in Sprachpraxis are designed for students who have taken their Abitur in English. Students from
other disciplines who wish to improve their English should check the webpages of the Sprachenzentrum for general English courses
(HaF).

In addition, students who have not taken the Placement Test Einstufungstest
(see details on the Anglistik homepage) and/or have not registered for the class via FlexNow
are not guaranteed a place in that course for this semester!

Inhalt:

Activities in Grundkurs I focus on the three fundamental skills in the English language (reading, listening and writing).
The aim is to make participants more proficient in understanding spoken and written English and to write with confidence.
In this respect, Grundkurs I should be seen as an introduction to the skills necessary for the study of English and as a clear
indicator for the participants' further progress in their university studies.

There will be two central examinations for all Grundkurs I classes, which will take place outside of regular class time and which
can only be taken on the dates given on the course schedule posted on the VC and as individual dates (Einzeltermine) on UnivIS.
Students participating in class are required to register for these exams via FlexNow!

The course can only be attended in one semester, although the examinations are open to those students who were not successful in
passing the course at the first attempt.

The content of all of the parallel Grundkurs I classes is identical.

Empfohlene Literatur:

The course book by Annette Kapel and Wendy Sharp, Objective Proficiency Student's Book with Answers with Downloadable Software, (Cambridge University Press, ISBN 9781107646377), should be purchased before classes begin.

Grundkurs II

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, 7 Parallelkurse: A - G

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
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Anforderungen: regelmäßige Mitarbeit, 2 Klausuren und eine mündliche Prüfung bzw. Portfolio

BA Hauptfach/Nebenfach/LA Gymnasium/Realschule/Grundschule/Mittelschule, BA Berufliche Bildung, LA Hauptschule
(Didaktikfach Englisch), WiPäd: Basismodul (3 ECTS)

Inhalt:

Grundkurs II continues and expands the skills which were dealt with in Grundkurs I. The course uses the same course book, but works at a faster pace, demanding more participation and more preparation from the students.

There will be two central examinations for all Grundkurs II classes, which will take place outside of regular class time and an oral examination. The examinations must be taken on the dates given on the course schedule posted on the VC and as individual dates (Einzeltermine) on univis. Students must register for the examinations via FlexNow!

The content and goals of all the Grundkurs II classes are identical.

N.B. Only one Grundkurs may be taken per semester. Students must have passed Grundkurs I before taking Grundkurs II!

Empfohlene Literatur:

Objective Proficiency Student's Book with Answers with Downloadable
Software, (Cambridge University Press, ISBN 9781107646377)
(Grundkurs I coursebook and should be brought to the first class)

Grundkurs III

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 5, 3 Parallelkurse: A-C

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
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Anforderungen: regelmäßige Mitarbeit, 3 Klausuren bzw. Portfolio
LA Gymnasium/Realschule/Grundschule/Hauptschule/Mittelschule, BA Berufliche Bildung: Aufbaumodul (3 ECTS)

BA Hauptfach, (mit Studienbeginn vor SS 12) Aufbaumodul/WiPäd Mastermodul (5 ECTS; (mit Studienbeginn ab SS 12) Vertiefungsmodul (5 ECTS)

Inhalt:

This course is concerned with the development of basic writing skills in English, including organizing ideas, paragraph structure, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation, and editing and revising written work. Assignments practice and assess these various skills and also focus on the types of tasks found in the Textproduktion examination in Staatsexamen.

There will be three written examinations for all Grundkurs III classes, which will take place outside of regular class time. The examinations must be taken on the dates given on the course schedule posted on the VC and as individual dates (Einzeltermine) on univis. Students must register for these exams via FlexNow!

The content and goals of all Grundkurs III classes are identical.

N.B. Students must have completed (and passed) Grundkurs I and Grundkurs II before taking this course!

IT English - Debating Legal Issues

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Studium in WIAI, BWL, IBWL, EuWI,
English language skills level B2 minimum

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Inhalt:

INHALT:
Are you a student in WIAI or BWL who needs or wants to have credits in English? Here is your chance to learn about legal issues relevant to IT and business while improving your English skills.

Course goals:
Students will be able to effectively and persuasively speak and write about legal issues pertinent to IT today, especially regarding privacy concerns and intellectual property. This will be demonstrated by giving an opinion and urging a course of action.

Students will be admitted primarily, but not exclusively from bachelors and masters degree programs of the Faculty of Information Systems and Applied Computer Sciences. Students from other degree programs interested in the subject area are welcome, too. A minimum B2 level of English language proficiency is recommended.

Empfohlene Literatur:

Guidelines for persuasive speaking and writing can be found in the Virtual Campus.
General legal background: --Brian Craig: Cyberlaw, The Law of the Internet and Information Technology,Pearson Education, Inc., 2013 --Daniel Solove: Nothing to Hide: the false tradeoff between privacy and security, Yale University Press, 2011

IT English - Security

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Studium in WIAI, BWL, IBWL, EuWI,

English language skills level B2 minimum

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.

An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Inhalt:

INHALT:
Are you a student in WIAI or BWL who needs or wants to have credits in English? This course offers an opportunity to improve your English skills while learning about IT security issues important for every individual, business and government.

Course goals:
1) Students will develop and enhance their ability to report succinctly, both in spoken and in written form. This will be demonstrated by effective summaries, comparisons and descriptions of aspects of IT security, both technical and non-technical.

2) Students will gain an overview of the principles of a security management system as well as increase their knowledge and awareness of cybercrimes and countermeasures.

Students will be admitted primarily, but not exclusively from bachelors and masters degree programs of the Faculty of Information Systems and Applied Computer Sciences. Students from other degree programs interested in the subject area are welcome, too. A minimum B2 level of English language proficiency is recommended.

Empfohlene Literatur:

Guidelines for reports can be found in the Virtual Campus.

General technical background: --Ross Anderson: Security Engineering. John Wiley & Sons, 2008: 2nd ed. --Shon Harris: Mike Meyer s Certification Passport CISSP, McGraw-Hill, 2002 --Bruce Schneier: Secrets and Lies. Digital Security in a Networked World. John Wiley & Sons, 2004

Landeskunde GB I

Angaben:

Vorlesung, 1 SWS, ECTS: 4

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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LA Gymnasium/Realschule/Grundschule/Hauptschule/Mittelschule/BA Berufliche Bildung, Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft (3 ECTS)

BA Hauptfach, (mit Studienbeginn vor SS 12) Basismodul (3 ECTS); (mit Studienbeginn ab SS 12) Aufbaumodul (3 ECTS). We ask students who need to take this course as their Aufbaumodul to take the complete Basismodul first! Due to capacity problems, this course is not open for Studium Generale.

LA Realschule/BA Berufliche Bildung, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft and only having passed Landeskunde US I in the Basismodul, (4 ECTS; written exam + short presentation)

LA Gymnasium, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft and only having passed Landeskunde US I in the Basismodul, (3 ECTS)

LA Gymnasium, Vertiefungsmodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul and Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft and only having passed Landeskunde US I in the Basismodul and Landeskunde US II in the Aufbaumodul, (3 ECTS)

LA HS (Didaktikfach Englisch), Vertiefungsmodul Englisch als Didaktikfach, (4 ECTS; written exam + oral presentation)

Ergänzungsmodul Englische Sprachpraxis Wipäd (Portfolio, 3 ECTS)

Inhalt:

This lecture course will deal with central topics concerning British life and institutions and will discuss some (if not all!) of the topics which are used as the basis for examinations. It should not only be seen as "the way to prepare for the oral exam", but also as an opportunity to learn about topics of interest related to Great Britain while also hearing spoken English.

It is recommended, especially for Lehramt students, to attend both the US and GB Landeskunde courses during their studies; students can specialize in either GB or US, but are strongly advised to have knowledge of both countries.

Please attend the first lecture of the semester so that important information about the exam requirements can be given!

Landeskunde GB II

Angaben:

Vorlesung und Übung, 1 SWS, ECTS: 4

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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LA Realschule/BA Berufliche Bildung, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (4 ECTS; presentation/class discussion and short oral exam)

LA Gymnasium, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (3 ECTS; presentation/class discussion)

LA Gymnasium, Vertiefungsmodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul and Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (3 ECTS)

LA Realschule/M. Ed. Berufliche Bildung, Zusatzmodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul and Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (4 ECTS; presentation/class discussion and short oral exam)

BA students do not need to take this class!

Inhalt:

This course will look in greater detail at some of the subjects already dealt with in Landeskunde GB I. Students will be able to use the opportunity to discuss Landeskunde in more depth and in a smaller group than GB I. Student participation - in the form of short oral presentations - is a required element of this course so that the prospective examination candidate is not actively talking about Landeskunde for the first time in the examination itself!

Requirements for credits for this class will be discussed at the start of the semester.

Please attend the first lecture of the semester so that important information about the exam requirements can be given!

Landeskunde US I

Angaben:

Vorlesung, 1 SWS, ECTS: 4

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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LA Gymnasium/Realschule/Grundschule/Hauptschule/Mittelschule/BA Berufliche Bildung, Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft (3 ECTS)

BA Hauptfach, (mit Studienbeginn vor SS 12) Basismodul (3 ECTS); (mit Studienbeginn ab SS 12) Aufbaumodul (3 ECTS). We ask students who need to take this course as their Aufbaumodul to take the complete Basismodul first! Due to capacity problems, this course is not open for Studium Generale.

LA Realschule/BA Berufliche Bildung, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft and only having passed Landeskunde GB I in the Basismodul, (4 ECTS; written exam + short presentation)

LA Gymnasium, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft and only having passed Landeskunde GB I in the Basismodul, (3 ECTS)

LA Gymnasium, Vertiefungsmodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul and Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft and only having passed Landeskunde GB I in the Basismodul and Landeskunde GB II in the Aufbaumodul, (3 ECTS)

LA HS (Didaktikfach Englisch), Vertiefungsmodul Englisch als Didaktikfach, (4 ECTS; written exam + oral presentation)

Ergänzungsmodul Englische Sprachpraxis Wipäd (Portfolio, 3 ECTS)

Inhalt:

This lecture course focuses on the geography and history of the US from the first European settlements to the present. In addition to presenting this information, the course provides students with the opportunity to sharpen their listening comprehension skills.

It is recommended, especially for Lehramt students, to attend both the US and GB Landeskunde courses during their studies; students can specialize in either GB or US, but are strongly advised to have knowledge of both countries.

Please attend the first lecture of the semester so that important information about the exam requirements can be given!

Landeskunde US II

Angaben:

Vorlesung, 1 SWS, ECTS: 4

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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LA Realschule/BA Berufliche Bildung, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (4 ECTS; presentation/class discussion and short oral exam)

LA Gymnasium, Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (3 ECTS; presentation/class discussion)

LA Gymnasium, Vertiefungsmodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul and Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (3 ECTS)

LA Realschule/M. Ed. Berufliche Bildung, Zusatzmodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, only after passing the complete Basismodul and Aufbaumodul Landeskunde/Kulturwissenschaft, (4 ECTS; presentation/class discussion and short oral exam)

BA students do not need to take this class!

Inhalt:

This course focuses on both current and historical aspects of topics in American life. While Landeskunde US I is a lecture course, this course is intended to be more interactive: students will present a topic focusing on a research question to the class. This presentation should not only be seen as an opportunity to speak about the material, but a chance for students to practice (and receive feedback regarding) their spoken language skills before proceeding to their examinations. Like Landeskunde US I, this course should be seen as preparation for the Landeskunde/Sprechfertigkeit portion of the centralized exams for future teachers.

Requirements for credits for this class will be discussed at the start of the semester.

Please attend the first lecture of the semester so that important information about the exam requirements can be given!

Oberkurs (Joint Degree / Masters)

Dozent/in:

Cara Koehler

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 4, This class is for MA EAS/Joint Degree EAS students ONLY.

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

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Inhalt:

In this class, students will extend their writing skills relevant for academic and professional purposes, such as essays, comments, articles and summaries. Students will be expected to produce texts of considerable linguistic complexity and to draw on a broad knowledge of current affairs in the English-speaking world.
There will be two exams written during class time and they will be based on the writing skills practiced in the weekly sessions.

Please register in FlexNow for this class. The registration period can be found on the Sprachenzentrum homepage.

Oberkurs (Neue LPO; Unterrichtsfach)

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, ***THIS COURSE (3 ECTS) IS FOR LEHRAMT (UNTERRICHTSFACH) ONLY!***

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
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When you register for this course, you will receive an automated response from FlexNow that you have successfully registered for the
course. Please make sure that you register for the correct Oberkurs section (Unterrichtsfach if you are studying: LA
Realschule/Grundschule/Mittelschule, BA Berufliche Bildung, MA WiPäd)

LA Realschule/Grundschule/Mittelschule, BA Berufliche Bildung: Vertiefungsmodul (3 ECTS); MA WiPäd: Mastermodul Sprachpraxis (3 ECTS)

Students must have fully completed the Basis- and Aufbaumodule in Sprachpraxis to enter this class!

Inhalt:

To reflect the demands of LPO I, the Oberkurs is offered as a course which, along with the course Sprachmittlung II, deals with the main
language elements of the final exam (Staatsexamen). In this final exam, the time is shared between Textproduktion, which is the main focus
of the Oberkurs, and translation/Sprachmittlung.
There will be two exams written outside of class that are based on tasks/skills required by the Textproduktion examination for Lehramt.
The course will require students to demonstrate considerable linguistic complexity on all levels and have a high degree of competence in
Landeskunde. It is therefore indispensable that students have already taken classes in GB and US Landeskunde and are aware that this course is
primarily intended as realistic preparation for Lehramt students for the Textproduktion paper in their final exams. It is thus advisable to
take this course after a longer period spent abroad.

For organisational reasons, we strongly recommend that you take this course before taking the translation course Sprachmittlung
II! These two courses should not be taken in the same semester! In addition, students should plan their studies so that they are not
taking the Oberkurs in the same semester as the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten either as these courses share exam times
and contents.

Oberkurs (Neue LPO; vertieft)

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, ***THIS (3 ECTS) IS FOR LEHRAMT (VERTIEFT) ONLY!***

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
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When you register for this course, you will receive an automated response from FlexNow that your registration has been successful.
Please make sure that you register for the correct Oberkurs section (Vertieft if you are studying LA Gymnasium).

LA Gymnasium, Vertiefungsmodul (3 ECTS); students must have fully completed the Basis- and Aufbaumodule in Sprachpraxis to enter this
class!

Inhalt:

To reflect the demands of the LPO I, the Oberkurs is offered as a course which, along with the course Sprachmittlung II, deals with the main language elements of the final exam (Staatsexamen). In this final exam, the time is shared between Textproduktion, which is the main focus of the Oberkurs, and translation/Sprachmittlung.

There will be two exams written outside of class that are based on tasks/skills required by the Textproduktion examination for Lehramt. The course will require students to demonstrate considerable linguistic complexity on all levels and have a high degree of competence in Landeskunde. It is therefore indispensable that students have already taken classes in GB and US Landeskunde and are aware that this course is primarily intended as realistic preparation for Lehramt students for the Textproduktion paper in their final exams. It is thus advisable to take this course after a longer period spent abroad.

For organisational reasons, we strongly recommend that you take this course before taking the translation course Sprachmittlung II! These two courses should not be taken in the same semester! In addition, students should plan their studies so that they are not taking the Oberkurs in the same semester as the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten either as these courses share exam times and contents.

The content and goals of both Oberkurs (vertieft; “new” LPO) courses are identical.

Placement Test for English HaF courses

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung in FlexNow Lehrveranstaltungen ist zu nur zu einem der folgenden Termine erforderlich.
Registration in FlexNow (course registration) is only required for one of the following dates.

An-/ und Abmeldung ist bis 3 Tage vor dem tatsächlichem Termin möglich.
Registration and deregistration is possible up to 3 days before the actual date.

Bitte registrieren Sie sich für diesen diagnostischen Test in FlexNow (Lehrveranstaltungen)
Please register for this diagnostic test in FlexNow (Lehrveranstaltungen)

Please check the Sprachenzentrum website under “News” concerning FlexNow registration dates.

The HaF Placement Test is not a substitute or equivalent of the Anglistik Einstufungstest. For details concerning the Anglistik Einstufungstest, please check the Anglistik website under “News”.

Description
To attend HaF English classes, students must take an obligatory placement test at the beginning of the semester. This helps us to place students in the correct course level. The placement test evaluates grammar, reading, listening and vocabulary, and must be completed before FlexNow course registration closes. Students who do not take the test may not be able to attend English courses this semester.

Test Results
No certificate will be issued for the completion of the HaF placement test, nor can the test be “passed” or “failed”; it is purely for diagnostic purposes. You will receive an email with your test results with a score out of 92 and the CEFR level (B1, B2 etc.) you should select for your course(s) . After successfully completing a course in general English, you do not have to take the placement test again.

If you have taken the Anglistik Einstufungstest, you do not have to take this placement test.

The HaF Placement Test will take place ONLINE.
You will receive an email with more information about access to the test when FlexNow registration for the test has closed.

Results of the test are valid for four semesters.

Inhalt:

HaF English Placement Test Overview

Thank you for your interest in taking HaF English courses!

To ensure you start your English learning journey on the right foot,
all students planning on attending HaF English courses for the first
time are required to take the HaF English Placement Test at the
beginning of the semester. This test helps us determine the most
suitable course level for you based on your current proficiency in
grammar, reading, listening, and vocabulary.

Taking the Test

The placement test is mandatory and should be completed before the FlexNow course registration deadline.
Failure to take the test may result in the inability to enroll in English courses for the semester.
Please note: the HaF Placement test is not a substitute for nor an equivalent of the Anglistik/Amerikanistik-Einstufungstest.
(This test is MANDATORY for all new students in the fields of English/American Studies or
Bachelor core/optional subject, Master, all teaching degrees,
Vocational Education/Social Pedagogy.)
If you are an Erasmus student
and planning on attending courses at the Institute for English and
American Studies (in literature, linguistics, cultural studies or
TEFL), you should take the Anglistik/Amerikanistik-Einstufungstest!

Test Logistics

The HaF Placement Test is conducted online on the Virtual Campus, and you'll receive an email with instructions on how to access the test after FlexNow registration for your test session has closed.
The test consists of 92 questions covering grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension.
You'll have 60 minutes to complete the test, but you can submit it earlier if you finish before the time limit.

Understanding Your Results

Upon completion, you will receive an email detailing your test results.
Please note that the HaF placement test is diagnostic and does not result in a pass or fail.

Instead, you'll receive a score out of 92 and a CEFR level recommendation (e.g., B1, B2) for selecting your course(s).
Once you successfully complete a general English course, you won't need to retake the placement test.

You should not choose courses ABOVE the recommended level.

The following table correlates the number of correct points on the HaF placement test with the recommended CEFR level for your HaF English courses:

Number of correct points Recommended CEFR level

0-46 A1/A2

47-63 B1

64-81 B2

82-92 C1

Validity Period

Your test results remain valid for four semesters, providing flexibility in course selection based on your progress and goals.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need further clarification about the HaF placement test,
don't hesitate to contact Catherine Irvine (catherine.irvine@uni-bamberg.de).

Schlagwörter:

HaF Placement Test

Presentation Skills (C1)

Dozent/in:

Laura Murphy

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, Credit Points: 3 or 4 depending on ypur your course of study. Please refer to your Module Handbook for more details.

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

This course may be attended by students in the European Joint Master's Degree English and American Studies (Master Module Language Proficiency)
and in the Master’s Degree Wirtschaftspädagogik II (Englisch, Vertiefungsmodul Sprachpraxis) as well as for Studium Generale and ERASMUS students.

Nur für Studierende, die NICHT Anglistik an der Universität Bamberg studieren.
Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Only for students who are NOT students of Anglistik at the University of Bamberg.
Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.

Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.

If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Bei Überbuchung des Seminars fällt die Entscheidung über die Teilnahme in Rücksprache mit der Dozentin/dem Dozenten.

This course may also be attended by students in the European Joint Master's Degree English and American Studies (Master Module Language Proficiency) and in the Master’s Degree Wirtschaftspädagogik II (Englisch, Vertiefungsmodul Sprachpraxis).

You will receive notice approximately 3 days before the beginning of semester to confirm your spot in the course. We reserve the right to ask students to move to different sections to create more equal numbers throughout the groups.

Inhalt:

The course objectives are to enhance students’ ability to structure and deliver oral presentations in English. We will focus on the differences between oral and written communication, simple rhetorical techniques and the functional language required to present and communicate successfully.
The students will learn to:
• present an argument in their individual field of study convincingly and persuasively
• interact with the audience by expressing opinions; agreeing and disagreeing with statements and answering questions
• create effective PowerPoint presentations
• use body language and voice effectively

The course includes opportunities to practise elements of a presentation before leading to a 20-minute presentation at the end of the course. Group feedback will enable students to become aware of their strengths and weaknesses, develop strategies to overcome their weaknesses and hone their presentation skills. Regular participation and preparation is expected for the successful completion of the course.

Presenting Psychology Research in English

Angaben:

Sprachpraktische Ausbildung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale, Austauschstudenten, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Studiengänge, für die der Kurs geöffnet ist: Alle Lehrgänge

Die Kursanmeldung erfolgt unter dem Kurs "Englisch: Sprachpraxis C1: Communication Skills".

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.

Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.
If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Inhalt:

This course is for students who wish to be able to hold academic presentations in English more confidently.
All aspects of the preparation for presenting an article will be covered including writing abstracts, adapting the article to
a presentation format, preparing a research poster and the differences between written and spoken academic language.
The course will give participants the chance to workshop their own presentations and be given detailed and tailored feedback on their work.
The assessment will be based on the presentation of a paper to the rest of the class.

Reading Research Articles for Students of Psychology

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Studiengänge, für die der Kurs geöffnet ist: Open to students of Psychologie and Pädagogik – Bachelors & Masters

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Inhalt:

The course will teach students reading strategies to understand and use Psychology research articles in English in their studies. The course will help students efficiently identify articles that are relevant to their purpose, they will learn various ways to approach the article overall and they will learn how to use various reading strategies, working with each section of a journal article in turn, to understand and extract the information that they need. This will be done by, at first, demonstrations and controlled practice with teacher selected research articles from renowned journals in the field of Psychology before leading to group and individual practice with student selected articles.

Übung für Examenskandidaten (Sprachpraxis)

Dozent/in:

Kenneth Wynne

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.
Please register in FlexNow for the parallel course that is appropriate for your course of studies (i.e.
Vertieft for Lehramt Gymnasium students and Unterrichtsfach for all other school types). Please note
that, depending on numbers in the respective parallel classes, the course may be occasionally amalgamated
into one class session. More information on this matter will be given in class.
LA GS MS RS BS : Vertiefungsmodul (3 ECTS); LA GY : Wahlpflichtmodul Sprachpraxis (2 ECTS)

Inhalt:

Important information regarding the "timing" for attending this course: as a result of changes suggested by the Ministry and
the Prüfungsamt in the procedures for registering for the final exam, students are advised to take this class two semesters
before writing the final exams (i.e. if you are taking the Staatsexamen in spring, you should attend this class in the
previous summer term; if you are taking the Staatsexamen in autumn/fall, you should attend the class in the previous winter
term). This will allow you enough time to have the grade for this course registered in FlexNow well before the deadline for
submitting your final transcript to the Prüfungsamt arrives.

If this new information comes too late for you and you are very close to taking your exams (in Autumn 2019, for example),
please let the instructor know in the first lesson so that your grade for this class can be processed quickly!

The two courses will mainly deal with revising and refreshing the skills required in the written Textproduktion examination.
Exam candidates will also be able to do more detailed preparation for the Landeskunde oral exam in this course and need not
attend "regular" Landeskunde classes/lectures again.

Occasionally and possibly due to the fact that students are not aware of the above changes in registration procedures and
deadlines for the final exam, we have requests to take the Oberkurs and the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten at
the same time. This is unfortunately not possible as the exams for both courses are usually identical and are partially
written at the same time! Students obviously cannot have the same "Prüfungsleistung" acknowledged for two separate courses.
The other aspect is a very practical one: students will be covering exam task types in the Oberkurs that are potentially
"repeated" in the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten or, in the worst case scenario, students may face an exam task
in the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten exams that has not been covered in the Oberkurs at all, but only
addressed in the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten. Even if it means taking the Sprachpraktische Übung für
Examenskandidaten in the final semester before taking the final exams, students affected by this problem should plan
accordingly and continue taking the Oberkurs first and the Sprachpraktische Übung für Examenskandidaten in the subsequent
semester.

Writing and Presenting Academic Papers in English (C1)

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, fakultätsübergreifende Lehrveranstaltung

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.
An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

This course is aimed at advanced M.A. and Ph.D. students both of
English and from other disciplines and faculties within the University of Bamberg.

This course may also be attended by students in the
European Joint Master’s Degree English and American Studies (Master Module Language Proficiency).

Für Studienortwechsler, Erasmusstudenten sowie Studierende, die den Leistungsnachweis zur baldigen Prüfungsanmeldung benötigen,
werden im begrenzten Umfang Plätze freigehalten.
Bei Überbuchung des Seminars fällt die Entscheidung über die Teilnahme in Rücksprache mit der Dozentin/dem Dozenten.

Inhalt:

Overview: This engaging block seminar is crafted for advanced students embarking on doctoral programs or academic research, aiming to boost their English proficiency for scholarly writing and presentations.
Split into two focused blocks, the seminar is designed to enhance participants' abilities in writing and presenting academic papers in English.

Block One: Writing Academic Papers in English

• Objective: Sharpen your advanced academic writing skills in English.

• Focus: Learn effective techniques for abstract writing suitable for journal submissions and conference presentations.

• Ideal For: Researchers and MA/doctoral students striving to excel in academic writing.

Block Two: Presenting Academic Papers in English

• Objective: Develop into a confident and effective academic presenter.

• Activity: Deliver a 15-minute conference-style paper presentation, followed by insightful feedback from your peers and the instructor.

• Advantages: A comprehensive review of presentation skills with practical experience in a supportive setting.

Intended Audience: Open to all doctoral students and researchers across disciplines looking to refine their academic communication skills in English, not exclusively for students of English studies.

Registration Details: If you're interested but lack student access to FlexNow, please signal your interest by sending an email to catherine.irvine@uni-bamberg.de.
Confirmation of participation will be communicated via email prior to the semester's start.

Seminar Assessment: Participants are evaluated based on three key components:

1. Written Abstract: Craft an abstract for one of your research papers, applying seminar teachings to highlight your work's significance.

2. Paper Presentation: Deliver a 15-minute presentation on your research paper, showcasing your ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and engagingly.

3. Self-Assessment: After your presentation, submit a reflective self-assessment that considers peer feedback, instructor feedback, and observations from your presentation video.
This introspective analysis is crucial for recognizing strengths and identifying areas for improvement.

Writing Bachelors/Masters Theses in English for Students of Psychology

Angaben:

Übung, 2 SWS, ECTS: 3, Studium Generale

Voraussetzungen / Organisatorisches:

Eine Anmeldung ist erforderlich.

An- und Abmeldefristen im FlexNow-Onlinesystem entnehmen Sie bitte der Website des Sprachenzentrums.

Studiengänge, für die der Kurs geöffnet ist: Alle Lehrgänge

Die Kursanmeldung erfolgt unter dem Kurs "Englisch: Sprachpraxis C1: Academic Writing".

Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem HaF Placement Test ist zwingend erforderlich.
Informationen hierzu finden Sie im Vorlesungsverzeichnis des Sprachenzentrums unter der Rubrik Sprachnachweis / Einstufungstests.

Participation in a HaF Placement Test is mandatory.
Information on this can be found in the course catalog of the Language Center (UnivIS) under the heading Language Certificate / Placement Tests.
If you have any questions about the HaF placement test, please contact catherine.irvine(at)uni-bamberg.de for more information.

Inhalt:

This course is designed for students of all faculties who have to write academic texts in English.

This course will guide students through the process of writing a research article in English such as a Bachelors or Masters thesis. Starting from a research question, the students will design a study to answer this question and then plan and draft the article itself. Students will be given guidance on how to construct a research article in their field by analysing published articles and using this as a guide to make their writing appropriate for their field. This course will not only look at the mechanics of writing, but also aim to help students become better academic thinkers and planners. Through guided practice, students will learn to give peer feedback on their colleagues’ writing, helping them in turn to become better editors of their own research articles.

Lernziele/Kompetenzerwerb
Mastery of writing and productive skills at the C1 level

Empfohlene Literatur:

Information about course materials will be announced in the first class.