LANG313 – Level 3 (Academic) - Writing
Module code
LANG313
Module title
Level 3 (Academic) - Writing
Prescription
This module aims to develop writing skills to meet applied needs of students at a CEFR low B2 level. They will begin to write clear, connected texts on a variety of subjects related to the applied contexts. The student will be able to use a range of linking words effectively to show clearly the relationship between ideas.
Programmes
- EL1803
NZQA Level
Level 3
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Write using connected paragraphs to describe a sequence of events or compare information.
Write a short text under test conditions in English for an academic purpose.
Write a short crafted text for a specified audience using resource material in English for an academic purpose. - Content
- Mechanics
-punctuation in formal and informal texts including dashes, brackets, bullet points and speech marks
-spelling used in academic life
-basic grammatical structures, including conjunctions, connectives and discourse markers.
-recognised citation and referencing conventions in written work.
Range
-vocabulary (including relevant academic vocabulary) suitable for purpose
-a range of complex structures
-register according to academic purpose.
Organisation
-links and organisation of ideas with a range of cohesive devices
-text organisation that reflects the structure of the ideas expressed.
Grammar
Sentence structure - Assessment Criteria
- The portfolio is comprised of multiple assessment tasks, not tests alone. To pass this module, students must attempt and pass all summative assessment tasks
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Key approaches to instruction include selection of authentic and semi-authentic language models; clear contextualisation and effective presentation of new language; varied interaction – individual, pair, group, whole-class activities; information-gap activities; task-based activities; integration of skills; focus on accuracy and fluency; effective treatment of errors; valid and reliable assessment; integration of current technologies
