47432 - English Language Lab 2 (D)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student:

• is able to understand the main ideas of complex English texts, both concrete and abstract in nature, and to grasp the general meaning of technical discussions in the field of education (at B1+ level);

• is able to interact in English with a certain degree of fluency with native speakers, although occasional requests for clarification may be needed (at B1+ level);

• can produce a clear text in English on topics related to their professional field and can explain a point of view on a previously studied topic, providing the pros and cons of their opinions (at B1+ level);

• from a teaching perspective, demonstrates the ability to structure English language teaching content according to different school levels, as well as the age and interests of children;

• shows the ability to help pupils develop basic language skills, as well as lexical and grammatical knowledge, by adopting playful approaches and carefully selecting a varied range of teaching activities;

• also demonstrates the acquisition of pedagogical and teaching skills necessary to manage learning progression, adapting timing and methods to the level of individual pupils.

Course contents

English Language and Culture. A brief review of English grammar from B1.1 to B2– level.

For the 2025-2026 academic year, students will continue to be divided into proficiency groups (the same as in the first year). The textbook used in class will depend on the level of each group and is the same as in the first year.

From the 2026-2027 academic year, second-year laboratories will not be divided into proficiency groups, in line with the change introduced for the first-year laboratories beginning in 2025-2026.

Readings/Bibliography

English File Digital Gold B1/B1+ – 4th edition (green book)

Teaching methods

The methods and techniques used may include: reading and comprehension exercises in small groups, grammar review focused on form both individually and in small groups, listening practice with group exercises, student presentations of lexical and grammatical material in a flipped classroom format, production of short texts, poems, and scripts based on the language presented in the textbook, Grammar-Drama activities (performing original scripts that illustrate grammar and pronunciation issues), songs, role plays, videos, collaborative and individual writing both on paper and on digital platforms such as Moodle, Padlet, etc.

Assessment methods

The final exam for the second-year laboratories consists of a computer-based test (registration required on Almaesami) at level B1+/B2-. The exam is designed to assess language competence in grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, listening, and writing. Candidates have 90 minutes to complete the test.

It is not possible to take the exam without registering on Almaesami. In case of problems with the registration process, please contact the Ufficio Didattico before the registration deadline. Once registration lists are closed, no student can be added.

The exam does not award a grade out of thirty, but rather a pass/fail result (idoneità). If the exam is not passed, it may be retaken in the immediately following session.

The pass/fail result (idoneità) will be available on Almaesami as soon as the exam has been recorded (verbalizzato). Acceptance of the result is not required: once passed, the exam will be automatically recorded. Students who wish to receive information and details about their performance on individual sections of the test should write to both of the following addresses: licia.masoni@unibo.it and paolamaria.caleffi@unibo.it.

A sample of the second-year final exam is available at this link. The enrollment key to access it is: SFP2-fax (case-sensitive). The password to open it is specified in the description of the test itself.

Teaching tools

In addition to the textbook, students will work with presentations, audio clips, photos, online videos, Virtuale, and their own devices to complete activities, contribute materials on shared platforms, or ask questions online.

Listening activities will be based on the textbook used in the first and second year or on recommended pedagogical texts and videos.

Links to further information

https://corsi.unibo.it/magistralecu/ScienzeFormazionePrimaria/laboratori-di-lingua-inglese#secondo-anno

Office hours

See the website of Eleonora Maldina