Legal English Oral Communication for Academic Purposes, Groups 4-6 (2 cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Objective

Upon successful completion of the course, the student:

1. is able to make conscious choices about communication strategies in different academic and professional contexts
2. is able to adapt their language use according to the communication situation
3. is able to collaborate in teams, negotiating to solve problems and presenting information clearly and concisely
4. recognizes the connection between culture and communication and can apply this knowledge in communication situations
5. has developed strategies for continuous learning of communication skills and spoken English.

Execution methods

Group-oriented learning, independent work.

Accomplishment methods

Active participation, required attendance, successful completion of the course assignments.

Content

This course emphasizes the importance of communicative competence as part of students’ academic and professional expertise. The course will focus on developing skills and strategies for discussing themes from their studies, negotiation and problem solving, collaborative teamwork and intercultural communication.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass/fail based on completion of the tasks, active participation, and meeting the required attendance.

Qualifications

Students should have completed at least one year of study in Law to provide them with necessary conceptual foundation for comparing legal systems.

Further information

Registration under OENG0710V24 Legal English Reading for Academic Purposes. No registration under OENG0711V24 Legal English Oral Communication for Academic Purposes.