2015 Autumn ENG141 Grammar and lexicology

ENG141 Grammar and lexicology

Course code:

ENG141

Duration:

1 semester

Credits (ECTS):

Level of study:

Foundation level (bachelor’s degree level)

Teaching semester:

2015 Autumn

Assessment semester:

2015 Autumn

Language of instruction:

English

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Course content

The course provides a basic introduction to English grammar and lexicology, with emphasis on morphology, syntax and vocabulary.

Learning outcome

After completing the course, the students prossesses knowledge about:- English morphology, with particular emphasis on the verbal and nominal systems- English syntax- the relationship between form and meaning in English grammar- central concepts within English lexicology, etymology and word formationAfter completing the course, the student is able to:- identify and analyse elements of English language usage on different levels- reflect on the effect of a variety of grammatical structures- use their knowledge about English grammar to improve their English language usage- analyse and discuss the use of words in English and their relation to meaning and style

Learning outcome knowledge

Etter fullført emne har studenten kunnskap om:

- engelsk morfologi, med særleg vekt på verb- og substantivsystem

- engelsk syntaks

- tilhøve mellom form og meining i engelsk grammatikk

- sentrale omgrep innanfor leksikologi, etymologi og orddanning i det engelsk språket

Learning outcome skills

Etter fullført emne kan studenten:

- identifisere og analysere element på ulike nivå i engelsk

- reflektere over effekten av ulike grammatiske strukturar

- vere i stand til å bruke kunnskapen sin om engelsk grammatikk til å forbetre eigen språkbruk

- analysere og diskutere bruken av ord i engelsk, og korleis dei heng saman med tyding og stilnivå

Learning outcome qualification

Working and learning activities

Teaching takes the form of lectures, exercises, pair/group work and individual work.

Assessment requirements

Each student must submit two short written assignments (800-1400 words each). Both of these must be passed for a student to sit for the final exam. The course convener decides if these assignments are to be submitted individually or in groups. The assignments must be submitted within a deadline posted at the start of the semester.

Evaluation

The course will be evaluated in accordance with the University College’s routines for quality assurance.

Maximum number of students:

Used in other programs

Assessment Form	Grouping	Duration	Grading scale	Proportion	Comment	Support Materials	Scope
Written Exam	Individual	6 Hours	A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade	100	Final assessment in the course is based on a 6 hour written exam.

Semesters

ENG141 Grammar and lexicology