How this module can help you
Level
Objectives
Learning outcomes
Modes of learning
Classroom instruction
Web-based exercises
Independent learning
Assessment
How this module can help you
This module can help you by giving you the chance to develop your understanding of the use, form and meaning of English grammar. This is done in a way which is designed to encourage you to discover and apply rules independently and to analyse your own strengths and weaknesses.
Level
This is a Level A module mainly intended for first-year students who have a weak foundation in a particular area of English (e.g. they have performed poorly in any of the papers in the Use of English)". The main aim of these modules is to help students to build a sound foundation in their areas of weakness. Level A modules are pitched at lower-intermediate to intermediate levels.
Objectives
This module aims to help students develop the language and skills needed to
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comprehend the essential parts of speech and elements of sentence composition
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use conceptual skills and learning strategies required to question, explain and analyse the use of tense, aspect and modality
- address some of the most common grammatical difficulties that students face
- utilise structure (discovery), orientation (error analysis) and pattern (text analysis) to enhance students' awareness of and create an autonomous interest in grammar
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module, students are expected to be able to use the language and skills needed to
- develop a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental meta-language of grammar
- independently identify the function and use of time, aspect and modality through analysing, concept checking and comparing them in context
- learn strategies to record and develop their grammatical accuracy and awareness through a number of innovative learning strategies and skills
- analyse some of the most common grammatical errors and learn to avoid them
Modes of learning
This module involves 30 hours of learning in three modes:
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Using English Grammar A
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Classroom instruction
22 hours |
Web-based exercises
5 hours |
Independent learning
3 hours
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Classroom instruction
In the classroom component of this module you are expected to complete 11 units of work on various aspects of grammar. The topics covered in these units are as follows.
Unit
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Introduction to the module, CILL orientation, socialisation
and introduction to essential grammatical terminology
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Exploring the sentence |
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Introduction to tense and aspect |
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Past and present tense and aspect |
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Past and past tense and aspect |
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Future tense and aspect |
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Review of tense and aspect |
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Exploring possibility with modals |
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Course review and assignment |
To maximise the value of the classroom component, please make sure that you attend class regularly and punctually, and that you participate fully in the activities.
Web-based exercises
You are expected to spend around 5 hours on web-based exercises (i.e. about 30 minutes per week). These exercises will be closely connected to the activities covered in class and will give you the opportunity to consolidate and extend your knowledge and skills.
Independent learning
You are expected to do at least 3 hours of independent learning in the Centre for Independent Language Learning (CILL). Your work in the CILL should be related to the topic of the module (e.g. activities on future tenses).
Assessment
To complete this module satisfactorily you will need to
- do two in-class tests
- do one in-class assignment
- fulfil the web requirements
- attend class regularly and punctually (NB At least 18 hours )