Course Information

ACJ_4z English Language IV

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Bc. Gabriela Marková (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Monika Lavičková (assistant)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Daniel Raušer (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Petr Sádlo
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/S01: Tue 8:00–9:30 E4, Wed 8:00–9:30 E4, P. Sádlo
ACJ_4z/T4: Sun 5. 5. 8:00–9:30 B4, 9:40–11:10 B4, 11:25–12:55 B4, 13:05–14:35 B4, Sun 26. 5. 8:00–9:30 D515, 9:40–11:10 D515, 11:25–12:55 D515, 13:05–14:35 D515, G. Marková

Prerequisites

meeting the requirements of the subjects ACJ_3 is recommended, not required

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen student´s language knowledge to the level B2- of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. After the successful completion of the course, students are able to: understand extended speech and follow even complex arguments, understand articles dealing with contemporary problems, present a detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects and interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity, write clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects.

Learning outcomes

He/She can understand extended speech provided the topic is reasonably familiar. He/She can understand in detail texts within his/her field of interest and the area of professional specialization. He/She can present clear detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interests and study. He/She can write a clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to his/her interests.

Syllabus

• 1. Passive voice, cinema
• 2. Modals of deduction, the body
• 3. First conditional and future time clauses, education
• 4. Second conditional, houses
• 5. Practical English
• 6. Reported speech, shopping
• 7. Gerunds and infinitives, work
• 8. Third conditional, adjectives and adverbs
• 9. Quantifiers, electronic devices, phrasal verbs
• 10. Practical English
• 11. Relative clauses, compound nouns
• 12. Question tags, nouns
• 13. Revision

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. English file: Intermediate: Third edition. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2013. ISBN 978019451975.

recommended literature
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Seminar
Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Competition
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Group Teaching - Collaboration
Brainstorming
Partner Teaching
Critical Thinking
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	5	5
Preparation for Seminars, Exercises, Tutorial	20	44
Preparation for the Final Test	27	39
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	52	16
Total:	104	104

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Test – final 70 %
continuous evaluation 30 %

Exam conditions

The assessment of daily and part-time students involves a continuous assessment (up to 30 points) during the semester and a final test (up to 70 points) in the examination period. To pass the exam, students have to achieve no less than 70 points together from both parts. Students are allowed for retaking the final test upon achieving no less than 30 points from the final test.

Language of instruction

Czech

Teacher's information

The lessons will take place in classrooms on the university premises. The attendance of daily students is compulsory and monitored under the relevant regulation governing the attendance. Part-time students have no obligation to be present at seminars. Students with approved Individual Study Plan (ISP) shall meet the deadline for the continuous assessment upon mutual agreement with the teacher. The students concerned shall inform the teacher about the approved ISP immediately after the approval. If the student fails to inform the teacher about the matter therein, his/her claims on the issue will be renounced. In the event of further questions, please contact the guarantor of the subject via email: petrsadlo@mail.vstecb.cz

ACJ_4z English Language IV

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (seminar tutor)
Frederik De Feyter, MSc (assistant)
Mgr. Jitka Janoušková (assistant)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Petr Sádlo
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/T3: Sat 18. 3. 11:25–12:55 B4, 13:05–14:35 B4, 14:50–16:20 B4, Sun 2. 4. 9:40–11:10 B5, 11:25–12:55 B5, Sat 6. 5. 9:40–11:10 B5, 11:25–12:55 B5, 13:05–14:35 B5, K. Sidibe
ACJ_4z/S01: Tue 14:50–16:20 E7, Thu 16:30–18:00 E4, D. Raušer

Prerequisites

meeting the requirements of the subjects ACJ_3 is recommended, not required

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen student´s language knowledge to the level B2- of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. After the successful completion of the course, students are able to: understand extended speech and follow even complex arguments, understand articles dealing with contemporary problems, present a detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects and interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity, write clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects.

Learning outcomes

He/She can understand extended speech provided the topic is reasonably familiar. He/She can understand in detail texts within his/her field of interest and the area of professional specialization. He/She can present clear detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interests and study. He/She can write a clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to his/her interests.

Syllabus

• 1. Passive voice, cinema 2. Modals of deduction, the body 3. First conditional and future time clauses, education 4. Second conditional, houses 5. Practical English 6. Reported speech, shopping 7. Gerunds and infinitives, work 8. Third conditional, adjectives and adverbs 9. Quantifiers, electronic devices, phrasal verbs 10. Practical English 11. Relative clauses, compound nouns 12. Question tags, nouns 13. Revision

Literature

required literature
• LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. English file: Intermediate: Third edition. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2013. ISBN 978019451975

Forms of Teaching

Seminar
Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Competition
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Group Teaching - Collaboration
Brainstorming
Partner Teaching
Critical Thinking
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	5	5
Preparation for Seminars, Exercises, Tutorial	20	44
Preparation for the Final Test	27	39
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	52	16
Total:	104	104

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Test – final 70 %
continuous evaluation 30 %

Exam conditions

The assessment of daily and part-time students involves a continuous assessment (up to 30 points) during the semester and a final test (up to 70 points) in the examination period. To pass the exam, students have to achieve no less than 70 points together from both parts. Students are allowed for retaking the final test upon achieving no less than 30 points from the final test.

Language of instruction

Czech

Teacher's information

The lessons will take place in classrooms on the university premises. The attendance of daily students is compulsory and monitored under the relevant regulation governing the attendance. Part-time students have no obligation to be present at seminars. Students with approved Individual Study Plan (ISP) shall meet the deadline for the continuous assessment upon mutual agreement with the teacher. The students concerned shall inform the teacher about the approved ISP immediately after the approval. If the student fails to inform the teacher about the matter therein, his/her claims on the issue will be renounced. In the event of further questions, please contact the guarantor of the subject via email: petrsadlo@mail.vstecb.cz

ACJ_4z English Language IV

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (seminar tutor)
Richard Colin Thompson (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Petr Sádlo
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/T2: Sat 12. 3. 11:25–12:55 E5, 13:05–14:35 E5, 14:50–16:20 E5, Sat 9. 4. 11:25–12:55 E5, 13:05–14:35 E5, 14:50–16:20 E5, Sat 14. 5. 11:25–12:55 E5, 13:05–14:35 E5, P. Sádlo
ACJ_4z/S01: Tue 9:40–11:10 E5, Wed 8:00–9:30 D515, D. Raušer
ACJ_4z/S02: Mon 16:30–18:00 E6, Wed 16:30–18:00 B3, R. Thompson

Prerequisites

meeting the requirements of the subjects ACJ_3 is recommended, not required

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen student´s language knowledge to the level B2- of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. After the successful completion of the course, students are able to: understand extended speech and follow even complex arguments, understand articles dealing with contemporary problems, present a detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects and interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity, write clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects.

Learning outcomes

He/She can understand extended speech provided the topic is reasonably familiar. He/She can understand in detail texts within his/her field of interest and the area of professional specialization. He/She can present clear detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interests and study. He/She can write a clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to his/her interests.

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. English file: Intermediate: Third edition. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2013. ISBN 978019451975

Forms of Teaching

Seminar
Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Competition
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Group Teaching - Collaboration
Brainstorming
Partner Teaching
Critical Thinking
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	5	5
Preparation for Seminars, Exercises, Tutorial	20	44
Preparation for the Final Test	27	39
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	52	16
Total:	104	104

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Test – final 70 %
continuous evaluation 30 %

Exam conditions

The assessment of daily and part-time students involves a continuous assessment (up to 30 points) during the semester and a final test (up to 70 points) in the examination period. To pass the exam, students have to achieve no less than 70 points together from both parts. Students are allowed for retaking the final test upon achieving no less than 30 points from the final test.

Language of instruction

Czech

Teacher's information

The lessons will take place in classrooms on the university premises. The attendance of daily students is compulsory and monitored under the relevant regulation governing the attendance. Part-time students have no obligation to be present at seminars. Students with approved Individual Study Plan (ISP) shall meet the deadline for the continuous assessment upon mutual agreement with the teacher. The students concerned shall inform the teacher about the approved ISP immediately after the approval. If the student fails to inform the teacher about the matter therein, his/her claims on the issue will be renounced. In the event of further questions, please contact the guarantor of the subject via email: petrsadlo@mail.vstecb.cz

ACJ_4z English Language IV

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Petr Sádlo (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Petr Sádlo
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/T1: Sun 28. 2. 14:50–16:20 E4, 16:30–18:00 E4, 18:10–19:40 E4, Sun 28. 3. 8:00–9:30 E4, 9:40–11:10 E4, 11:25–12:55 E4, Sun 2. 5. 16:30–18:00 E4, 18:10–19:40 E4, L. Turinská
ACJ_4z/S01: Tue 16:30–18:00 E4, Thu 8:00–9:30 E5, P. Sádlo

Prerequisites

meeting the requirements of the subjects ACJ_3z is recommended, not required

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course, the student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speakers without big efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of a possible solutions.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance
  2. Gender difference
  3. The world of work
  4. Meetings
  5. Formal letters
  6. Shopping and making a complaint
  7. Films
  8. Famous people
  9. News
  10.Superstitions
  11. Murder mysteries
  12. Television
  13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• OXENDEN, C., LATHAM-KOENIG, C. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2016. ISBN 9780194519106.

recommended literature
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	5
Preparation for Seminars, Exercises, Tutorial	20	40
Preparation for the Final Test	27	44
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	52	20
Total:	104	104

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Semester test 30 points (30 % = 25 points for speaking exam, 5 points for written exam during the semester) - full-time students 30 %
on-line on IS VSTE through "ROPOT" - daily study programme 70 %
on-line on IS VSTE through "ROPOT" - combined study programme 100 %

Exam conditions

Full-time form of study:

Grading of the course both for full-time students: an exam during the semester, written test in the examination period. Successful graduates of the course have to get at least 70 points (from both parts together).

Continuous evaluation:

Semester test 30 % (25 % speaking exam, 5 % written test)

Final test:

Final test using ROPOT in the IS (70 %)

Combined form of study:

Grading of the course both for part-time students: written test in the examination period. Successful graduates of the course have to get at least 70 points.

Final test:

Final test using ROPOT in the IS (100 %)

Language of instruction

Czech

Follow-Up Courses

• ACJ_5z English as a Foreign Language 5

Teacher's information

Lessons will be a combination of prerecorded videos and powerpoint presentations accessible in the IS during the semester (45 min) and online teaching (practising, reviewing, consultations - 45 min) via MS Teams, with both video and audio recording.

ACJ_4z English Language IV

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Jana Vlasáková (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Karim Sidibe
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/D7: Sat 22. 2. 8:00–9:30 B3, 9:40–11:10 B3, 11:25–12:55 B3, Sun 15. 3. 9:40–11:10 B3, 11:25–12:55 B3, 13:05–14:35 B3, Sat 4. 4. 9:40–11:10 B3, 11:25–12:55 B3, 13:05–14:35 B3, L. Turinská
ACJ_4z/S01: Tue 9:40–11:10 E5, Thu 13:05–14:35 A4, D. Raušer
ACJ_4z/S02: Wed 13:05–14:35 E6, Thu 11:25–12:55 E6, K. Sidibe

Prerequisites

Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance
• 2. Gender difference
• 3. The world of work
• 4. Meetings
• 5. Formal letters
• 6. Shopping and making a complaint
• 7. Films
• 8. Famous people
• 9. News
• 10.Superstitions
• 11. Murder mysteries
• 12. Television
• 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Continuous evaluation	2	2
Preparation for continuous evaluation	8	8
Preparation for Seminars, Exercises, Tutorial	20	37
Preparation for the Final Test	20	37
Final test	2	2
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	52	18
Total:	104	104

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Test – final 70 %
continuous evaluation 30 %

Exam conditions

Grading of the course both for part-time and full-time students: an exam during the semester, written test in the examination period. The final test requires B2- level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Successful graduates of the course have to get at least 70 points (from both parts together). The final test includes the questions within the range of the level B2- (not only based on the textbook).

Language of instruction

Czech

Further Comments

The course is taught annually.

ACJ_4z English Language

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (lecturer)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)
Mgr. Jana Vlasáková (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Lukáš Polanecký
Lifelong learning Centre – Directorate of Study Administration and Lifelong Learning – Vice-Rector for Study Affairs – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/CCV: Sat 9. 11. 9:40–15:35 A3, Sat 7. 12. 9:40–15:35 A3, D. Raušer

Prerequisites

OBOR ( CAP )
Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	25
Preparation for the Final Test	25	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	52	20
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	28	60
Total:	130	130

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Exam – oral 30 %
Exam – written 70 %

Exam conditions

Full-time study: The exam consists of spoken and written examination. The spoken exam takes place during the semester, no later than the end of the semester. Students can get maximum of 30 points. Written exam consists of test written during the exam period. The maximum of points is 70. Students must get at least 70 points (written and oral part together) to pass. Part time study Only written test during the exam period. Maximum 100 points. Students must get no less than 70 points to pass.

Language of instruction

Czech

ACJ_4z English Language IV

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

doc. et doc. PaedDr. Mgr. Zdeněk Caha, Ph.D., MBA, MSc. (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Jitka Janoušková (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (seminar tutor)
PhDr. Jan Gregor, Ph.D. (assistant)
Mgr. Daniel Raušer (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Věra Sládková (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Petr Sádlo
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/D6: Sun 3. 3. 8:00–9:30 D415, 9:40–11:10 D415, 11:25–12:55 D415, Sun 17. 3. 8:00–9:30 D415, 9:40–11:10 D415, Sun 31. 3. 8:00–9:30 D415, 9:40–11:10 D415, Sun 7. 4. 8:00–9:30 D415, 9:40–11:10 D415, L. Turinská
ACJ_4z/S01: Mon 13:05–14:35 E4, Wed 9:40–11:10 E5, P. Sádlo
ACJ_4z/S02: Mon 13:05–14:35 E5, Thu 14:50–16:20 E5, J. Janoušková

Prerequisites

meeting the requirements of the subjects ACJ_3z is recommended, not required

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course, the student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speakers without big efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of a possible solutions.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• OXENDEN, C., LATHAM-KOENIG, C. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2016. ISBN 9780194519106.

recommended literature
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for Seminars, Exercises, Tutorial	14	36
Preparation for the Final Test	28	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	10
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	52	18
Total:	104	104

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Test – mid-term 30 %
Test – final 70 %

Exam conditions

Grading of the course both for part-time and full-time students: an exam during the semester, written test in the examination period. The final test requires B2- level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Successful graduates of the course have to get at least 70 points (from both parts together). The final test includes the questions within the range of the level B2- (not only based on the textbook).

Language of instruction

Czech

Follow-Up Courses

• ACJ_5z English as a Foreign Language 5

Teacher's information

Students are required to actively participate in lessons and complete assigned tasks. ACJ_4z covers units 5-7 of the compulsory course book. Attendance in lessons is defined in a separate internal standard of ITB (Evidence of student attendance at ITB). Full-time students are obliged to attend 70 % of the lessons. In case the student did not comply with the requirements necessary to pass the test, he/she is entitled to take a second test in case he achieved at least 30 % of the requirements. Those who hold international certificates at least at B2 level and thouse who can prove having attended a similar course in terms of content, number of lessons and requirements can be considered as if they have completed the course if they apply officially.

ACJ_4z English Language

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Věra Sládková
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Timetable of Seminar Groups

ACJ_4z/D5a: Sat 17. 2. 8:00–9:30 A5, 9:40–11:10 A5, 11:25–12:55 A5, Sat 17. 3. 8:00–9:30 A5, 9:40–11:10 A5, 11:25–12:55 A5, Sun 29. 4. 9:40–11:10 A5, 11:25–12:55 A5, 13:05–14:35 A5, D. Raušer
ACJ_4z/S01: Tue 9:40–11:10 D515, Wed 9:40–11:10 E6, P. Sádlo
ACJ_4z/S02: Tue 9:40–11:10 A5, Wed 9:40–11:10 E4, D. Raušer

Prerequisites

Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	25
Preparation for the Final Test	25	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	52	20
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	28	60
Total:	130	130

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Exam – oral 30 %
Exam – written 70 %

Exam conditions

Full-time study: The exam consists of spoken and written examination. The spoken exam takes place during the semester, no later than the end of the semester. Students can get maximum of 30 points. Written exam consists of test written during the exam period. The maximum of points is 70. Students must get at least 70 points (written and oral part together) to pass. Part time study Only written test during the exam period. Maximum 100 points. Students must get no less than 70 points to pass.

Language of instruction

Czech

ACJ_4z English Language

The course is not taught in winter 2022

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (lecturer)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)
Mgr. Jana Vlasáková (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Lukáš Polanecký
Lifelong learning Centre – Directorate of Study Administration and Lifelong Learning – Vice-Rector for Study Affairs – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Prerequisites

OBOR ( CAP )
Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	25
Preparation for the Final Test	25	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	52	20
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	28	60
Total:	130	130

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Exam – oral 30 %
Exam – written 70 %

Exam conditions

Full-time study: The exam consists of spoken and written examination. The spoken exam takes place during the semester, no later than the end of the semester. Students can get maximum of 30 points. Written exam consists of test written during the exam period. The maximum of points is 70. Students must get at least 70 points (written and oral part together) to pass. Part time study Only written test during the exam period. Maximum 100 points. Students must get no less than 70 points to pass.

Language of instruction

Czech

ACJ_4z English Language

The course is not taught in winter 2021

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (lecturer)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)
Mgr. Jana Vlasáková (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Lukáš Polanecký
Lifelong learning Centre – Directorate of Study Administration and Lifelong Learning – Vice-Rector for Study Affairs – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Prerequisites

OBOR ( CAP )
Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	25
Preparation for the Final Test	25	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	52	20
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	28	60
Total:	130	130

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Exam – oral 30 %
Exam – written 70 %

Exam conditions

Full-time study: The exam consists of spoken and written examination. The spoken exam takes place during the semester, no later than the end of the semester. Students can get maximum of 30 points. Written exam consists of test written during the exam period. The maximum of points is 70. Students must get at least 70 points (written and oral part together) to pass. Part time study Only written test during the exam period. Maximum 100 points. Students must get no less than 70 points to pass.

Language of instruction

Czech

ACJ_4z English Language

The course is not taught in winter 2020

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (lecturer)
Mgr. Monika Peka Kolafová (assistant)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (assistant)
Mgr. Karim Sidibe (assistant)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (assistant)
Mgr. Jana Vlasáková (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Lukáš Polanecký
Lifelong learning Centre – Directorate of Study Administration and Lifelong Learning – Vice-Rector for Study Affairs – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
Supplier department: Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Prerequisites

OBOR ( CAP )
Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	25
Preparation for the Final Test	25	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	52	20
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	28	60
Total:	130	130

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Exam – oral 30 %
Exam – written 70 %

Exam conditions

Full-time study: The exam consists of spoken and written examination. The spoken exam takes place during the semester, no later than the end of the semester. Students can get maximum of 30 points. Written exam consists of test written during the exam period. The maximum of points is 70. Students must get at least 70 points (written and oral part together) to pass. Part time study Only written test during the exam period. Maximum 100 points. Students must get no less than 70 points to pass.

Language of instruction

Czech

ACJ_4z English Language

The course is not taught in winter 2018

Extent and Intensity

0/4/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Mgr. Daniel Raušer (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Petr Sádlo (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Libuše Turinská (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Věra Sládková
Centre of language services – Faculty of Corporate Strategy – Rector – Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice

Prerequisites

Recommended successful completion of ACJ_3z

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives supported by learning outcomes

The course objective is to deepen the language knowledge of the student to the B2- level according to CEFR for languages. After successful completion of the course student is able to understand complex texts on both common and specific topics and is able to communicate spontaneously and naturally with native speaker without major efforts. The course objective is also to teach students to express both orally and in writing their opinions related to the current topics and give advantages and disadvantages of.

Learning outcomes

Student: - understands the main ideas of even complex texts; is able to get the most important points from the professional texts related to their fields of study - is able to express their opinions in writing, using complex sentences and advanced grammar structures corresponding to the descriptors of the B2- level according to CEFR - is able to participate actively and spontaneously in the communication with a native speaker without major efforts on neither side

Syllabus

• 1. Work-life balance 2. Gender difference 3. The world of work 4. Meetings 5. Formal letters 6. Shopping and making a complaint 7. Films 8. Famous people 9. News 10.Superstitions 11. Murder mysteries 12. Television 13. How to write an article

Literature

required literature
• Náhradní obsah: LATHAM-KOENIG, Christina. New English file: Intermediate. Student's book. Oxford University Press, 2009. ISBN 9780194518895.

not specified
• Náhradní obsah: MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English : with answers. 4th ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2012, x, 380 s. ISBN 978-0-521-18906-4.

Forms of Teaching

Exercise
Tutorial
Consultation

Teaching Methods

Frontal Teaching
Group Teaching - Cooperation
Brainstorming
Individual Work– Individual or Individualized Activity
Teaching Supported by Multimedia Technologies
E-learning

Student Workload

Activities	Number of Hours of Study Workload
	Daily Study	Combined Study
Preparation for the Mid-term Test	25
Preparation for the Final Test	25	50
Účast na semináři/ cvičení/ tutoriálu (in Czech)	52	20
Attendance on Seminars/Exercises/Tutorial/Excursion	28	60
Total:	130	130

Assessment Methods and Assesment Rate

Exam – oral 30 %
Exam – written 70 %

Exam conditions

Full-time study: The exam consists of spoken and written examination. The spoken exam takes place during the semester, no later than the end of the semester. Students can get maximum of 30 points. Written exam consists of test written during the exam period. The maximum of points is 70. Students must get at least 70 points (written and oral part together) to pass. Part time study Only written test during the exam period. Maximum 100 points. Students must get no less than 70 points to pass.

Language of instruction

Czech

ACJ_4z Anglický jazyk IV

The course is not taught in winter 2016

Extent and Intensity

0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Language of instruction

Czech

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