LANG503

Module code

LANG503

Module title

(Academic) (Level 5) Writing

Prescription

This module aims to develop writing skills to meet academic needs of students at a CEFR high B2 level. They will expand skills in writing clear, detailed texts, synthesising and evaluating information and arguments from a number of sources on a range of academic topics.

Programmes

EL1505

NZQA Level

Level 5

NZQA Credits

15

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 150

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: Write using detailed connected texts to express and analyse opinions on an academic topic.
Write a clear, well-structured researched text on a complex subject appropriate to academic purpose, content and audience.
Write a description of a process or visually presented information such as graphs and/or tables.
Content: Mechanics
-punctuation marks
-spelling used in academic life including commonly used technical words
-grammar control to communicate effectively with few errors even when complex structures are attempted.

Range
-a range of vocabulary suitable for purpose
-idiomatic expressions
-a range of complex structures
-register adaptation according to purpose in most contexts.

Organisation
-organisation of ideas using a range of linking words and cohesive devices
-organisation of text to reflect the structure of the ideas expressed.

Grammar
Sentence structure
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
Assessment Criteria: The portfolio is comprised of multiple assessment tasks, not tests alone. To pass this module, students must attempt and pass all assessment tasks.

LANG503 – (Academic) (Level 5) Writing