Faculty
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Faculty of Health Sciences
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Unit conducting module
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Zakład Informacji Naukowej
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Course unit title
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Specialized English in Public Health
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Course unit code
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Language of instruction
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English
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Course objectives and learning outcomes
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Knowledge:
1. The student has a high level of competence in the English language - understands the main ideas of various texts on both concrete and abstract topics, he/she also understands the discussion of topics related to public health;
Skills:
2. The student can communicate in English using clear, detailed oral and written statements and explain his/her position in the matters being discussed, taking into consideration the advantages and disadvantages of different solutions;
3. Has and develops the ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practice in the field of communication and teamwork;
Social competences:
4. Appreciates the diversity of views and their contribution to the overall picture of population health.
5. The student can work in a group on the strategy of a chosen problem of public health and has the knowledge of the principles of designing and writing reports and scientific papers in English.
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Type of course unit (compulsory/optional)
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obligatory
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Year of study (if applicable)
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1
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Semester
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1 i 2
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Teacher responsible
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mgr Maja Nowak-Bończa, mgr Grażyna Trembecka
dr Barbara Niedźwiedzka
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Name of examiner
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)
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practical classes
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Prerequisites
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knowledge of English at the upper-intermediate or advanced level
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Delivery length
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practical classes: 60
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Number of ECTS credits allocated
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4
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Estimation of the student workload needed in order to achieve expected learning outcomes
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- class participation: 60 hours - 2 ECTS
- the student's own work, course preparation: 60 hours - 2 ECTS
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Teaching & learning methods
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Directed study of material in textbooks, small-group activities, brainstorming sessions; class discussions, case studies, presentations, communication games
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Assessment methods and criteria; course grading
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evaluation of oral presentations, written assignments, in-class tests and evaluation of individual work, team work, group discussions
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Form and conditions for the award of a credit
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The final grade for Specialized English in Public Health is computed as follows. 30% for the average of all homework, including written assignments and quizzes. 30% for in-class participation and attendance. 40% for the final exam.
95-100%=5
90-94%=4.5
80-89%=4.0
70-79%=3.5
60-69%=3
< 59% gives a 2
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Course topics
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familiarize students with major issues of public health in the English language and develop the ability to use the English language within the discipline with the skilful use of specialist terms.
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Recommended and required reading
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articles published in English for European Public Health. A Specialised Course for Students and Professionals, Maastricht University Press 2007
- Materials developed by person running the course
- Other educational materials are provided to students during class
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Duration, rules, and form of work placement(s)/internship, if envisaged by programme of study
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