English for IT

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English for IT prepares English language students for the everyday use of computers for work, study and leisure. Available as either a Blended Learning programme or Study Card resource, English for IT provides 150 hours of Online Learning plus supplementary face-to-face classroom sessions for teachers.

Level 1

At the end of this module, students are expected to:

  • be able to use the computer toolbars, keyboard and navigation bar as well as the interactions used to present the courseware.
  • have developed strategies for learning and retaining vocabulary.
  • have developed their receptive (listening & reading) and productive (reading & speaking) skills.
  • start developing their ability to become self-directed language learners, able to make the most of the online activities.

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Level 2

At the end of this module students are expected to:

  • use the IT vocabulary necessary to undertake Level 3 of the course.
  • read texts and listen to discussions on IT topics.
  • speak and write with the skills and confidence necessary to undertake Level 3 of this programme.
  • exploit the online activities and opportunities for self-directed learning offered by Level 3.
  • engage efficiently in Level 3 content and language activities.

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Level 3

At the end of this module students are expected to:

  • be technically proficient in terms of understanding the navigation bar and completing online materials.
  • have a range of general and specialist vocabulary.
  • read relatively advanced texts and listen to quite complex discussions on IT topics.
  • speak and write with the skills and confidence to undertake Level 4.
  • engage effectively in the content and language activities of Level 4.

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Level 4

At the end of this module students are expected to:

  • have the English language proficiency and confidence necessary to engage effectively in the IT field – either in tertiary education or the workforce.
  • have developed effective strategies for learning and retaining vocabulary.
  • have developed their receptive skills – their ability to read advanced texts and listen to complex discussions.
  • have developed their productive skills – their ability to speak with confidence and write a variety of texts.
  • have developed as self–directed language learners, able to take full advantage of opportunities for learning in their daily lives.

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