Course syllabus autumn 2017
Course syllabus autumn 2017
Title
Introduction to English Grammar
Swedish title
Introduction to English Grammar
Course code
EN221L
Credits
7.5 credits
Grading scale
UA / Excellent (A), Very Good (B), Good (C), Satisfactory (D), Pass (E) or Fail (U)
Language of instruction
English
Decision-making body
Faculty of Culture and Society
Syllabus approval date
2015-02-09
Syllabus valid from
2012-09-01
Entry requirements
General entry requirements + English B.
Merit rating is calculated based on Swedish upper secondary grades achieved, according to specific entry requirement 6/A6.
Level
Basic level
Main field
English
Progression level
G1N
Progression level in relation to degree requirements
The course is part of English as a main subject at the 1-30 credit level. It can also normally be included as part of a general degree at undergraduate level.
Course objectives
The aim of Introduction to English grammar is for students to develop understanding of grammatical terminology and to develop the ability to analyze English sentences in terms of form and function. In addition, it aims for students to develop the ability to write standard academic English at a level of correctness that reflects the analytical level of the course.
Course contents
'Introduction to English Grammar' deals with formal and functional aspects of grammatical structures in English and the analytical tools for describing these. In particular, the course focuses on the grammar of standard academic English.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
After successfully completing the module, the student:
1. knows and understands the terminology of grammatical analysis with regard to both form and function
Skills and ability
After successfully completing the module, the student:
2. can analyze English sentences in terms of grammatical form and function
3. can write standard academic English at a level of grammatical correctness that reflects the analytical skills gained in the course
4.can work to agreed timetables, manage workloads, and meet deadlines
Critical skills and approach
After successfully completing the module, the student:
5. can critically evaluate their own production with regard to appropriateness of register
6. can take responsibility for their own learning by utilizing available support in the practicing and acquisition of analysis skills and proficiency
Learning activities
Learning activities are lectures, seminars, and self-study. The lectures introduce the topics of the course and lay a foundation for the self-study of the literature and for the work with the grammar exercises. The seminars focus on the grammar exercises and provide feedback on the students' understanding of the issues at hand.
Assessment
There are two graded exams: one mid-term exam and one final exam.
Mid-term exam (Grammar): 3 credits (partial examination of LOs 1, 2, 4, 6) graded A-E
Final exam (Grammar and Proficiency):
Part 1: Grammar: 3.5 credits (LOs 1, 2, 4, 6) graded A-E
Part 2: Proficiency: 1 credit (LOs 3, 4, 5, 6) graded Pass-Fail
All three parts (the mid-term exam and the two parts of the final exam) must receive a passing grade for the student to receive a passing grade for the course as a whole.
Students who do not pass the regular course exams have the minimum of two re-sit opportunities. Re-sits follow the same format as the original exams.
Course literature and other study material
Hopper, P., & Hudson J. (In preparation.) English Grammar. Will be published on the homepage for the course.
Additional material in the form of articles and other shorter texts can be included.
Recommended supplementary literature:
Crystal, D. 2004. Rediscover Grammar. 3rd edition. Harlow: Pearson Education. ISBN 0582848628
Course evaluation
The University provides students who participate in or who have completed a course with the opportunity to make known their experiences and viewpoints with regards to the course by completing a course evaluation administered by the University. The University will compile and summarize the results of course evaluations as well as informing participants of the results and any decisions relating to measures initiated in response to the course evaluations. The results will be made available to the students (HF 1:14).
Interim rules
If a course is no longer offered or has undergone major changes, students will be offered two re-take sessions based on the syllabus in force at registration during a period of one year from the date of the implementation of the changes.
Additional information
Language of instruction is English.