Teacher(s)
Language
Dutch
Prerequisites
The prerequisite(s) for this Teaching Unit (Unité d’enseignement – UE) for the programmes/courses that offer this Teaching Unit are specified at the end of this sheet.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
| The minimum level of Dutch to be reached at the end of the year is B2 as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The courses and homework will prepare the students to master the language in terms of vocabulary and grammatical structures. At the end of the course, the student should be able to grasp the general meaning of authentic texts and make a structured synthesis of them, while being able to explain passages dealing with important data in Dutch. An exemption test (and not a level test) is organized at the beginning of the first term, at a precise moment (see Valves) at the end of September, to allow the strongest students to be exempted from the course. Please note that an overall mark of 16/20 must be obtained in order to be exempted from the course and that it is not possible to present this test at another moment. |
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Content
The main aim of the course is to develop written and oral expression, as well as comprehension of original texts, reports and video extracts. The content is taken from the Dutch-language media (Flanders and the Netherlands) and deals with topics relating to the social, political and cultural organization of society. Students will also read a Dutch-language work of fiction and review some Dutch grammatical items. At the end of the course, the student will be able to solve the summary exercises and pass written and oral exams.
Teaching methods
Interactive course based on :
- The processing of files made up of texts from the current press and visual and sound recordings (VRT, Canvas...). The course includes discussions and exercises on their content, as well as the study of their vocabulary.
- Theoretical reminders of grammar are given in class, and practical exercises are mainly done at home.
- Reading the book Hoe ik talent voor het leven kreeg (Rodaan Al Galidi, published by Leeslicht, 2017, 134p.).
It goes without saying that effective and regular participation in the course is expected, as is preparation for the exercises indicated by the teacher. The teacher reserves the right to check that students have completed the required tasks and, if necessary, to exclude students from the course if they fail to comply with the instructions.
It is imperative that students consult Moodle on a weekly basis and read ALL the announcements, in order to come prepared for the course and the exam. If students wish to contact their teacher, they must indicate the name of the course (BNEER1282) in their e-mail. If the name of the course is not included in the e-mail, the professor reserves the right not to reply.
- The processing of files made up of texts from the current press and visual and sound recordings (VRT, Canvas...). The course includes discussions and exercises on their content, as well as the study of their vocabulary.
- Theoretical reminders of grammar are given in class, and practical exercises are mainly done at home.
- Reading the book Hoe ik talent voor het leven kreeg (Rodaan Al Galidi, published by Leeslicht, 2017, 134p.).
It goes without saying that effective and regular participation in the course is expected, as is preparation for the exercises indicated by the teacher. The teacher reserves the right to check that students have completed the required tasks and, if necessary, to exclude students from the course if they fail to comply with the instructions.
It is imperative that students consult Moodle on a weekly basis and read ALL the announcements, in order to come prepared for the course and the exam. If students wish to contact their teacher, they must indicate the name of the course (BNEER1282) in their e-mail. If the name of the course is not included in the e-mail, the professor reserves the right not to reply.
Evaluation methods
An exemption test is organized in person at the beginning of the academic year. Students must register for this test, which is taken online at the University. If students obtain a score equal to or higher than 16/20, they are exempted from the course. This test is optional and is held only once a year, under conditions published by the faculty administration. No rescheduling or deferred participation is allowed, even in the case of a justified absence. The result of the exemption test is recorded and retained as the final grade for the course until the end of the academic year. On the day of the test, students must bring their student or identity card and headphones. If students cannot prove their identity, they will not be allowed to take the test.
For students who are not exempted, the evaluation covers all course material and includes:
A. written examination in the first term, to be held out-of-session during the week of mid-December and worth 50% of the final weighting. The examination will cover the material taught in class and the comprehension of a new text (exam material document available on Moodle). For students who are not exempted, the evaluation covers all course material and includes:
B. An oral examination in the second term, to be held out-of-session. This is worth 50% of the final weighting and includes two parts:
- The main oral part will take place before the blocus (mid-May). This part covers the material of the second term (exam material document available on Moodle) and is worth 80% of the second term.
- An oral presentation on a news topic will take place during classes of the second term (exact dates available on Moodle and instructions in the syllabus). This part is worth 20%.
If students choose to use generative artificial intelligence tools while preparing for the oral exam (and/or any other assignement), they are required to comply with the University’s AI guidelines. These rules state that students must use generative AI tools responsibly, as a complement to their learning and without attempting to bypass academic requirements. Students remain fully responsible for the content of their work, regardless of the sources used. To ensure that the student’s work is personal, evaluation criteria such as originality, critical thinking, creativity, and the use of examples (drawn from their own experience) will be taken into account. The teacher may, at any time, ask students to explain how they used AI tools in their preparation.
The student obtains a single mark for the whole year. In case the student has not obtained the average (for the 2 parts) of 10/20 for his final quote, he/she will have to retake in August the part(s) for which he/she has not obtained 10/20. Students who get 10/20 or higher will keep their result. The students will therefore not be able to re-sit their oral/written exam for which they have obtained a mark of 10/20 or higher. Please note that if a student has to retake the Q2 exam in August, the same guidelines as for May are applicable.In case of absence during one of the different parts of the evaluation, the student will receive the final grade 0 for the whole semester. If the student can justify his/her absence by means of a medical certificate, sent to the faculty administration within 24 hours, he/she will receive the final grade 0M. If the student doesn't take any part of the exam, he/she will receive the final grade 0A. No exceptions will be allowed.
Other information
Prerequisites :
BNEER1181 or BNEER1183, Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
BNEER1181 or BNEER1183, Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Online resources
Students must register for the course BNEER1282 on Moodle, where they will find all the useful information and documents, as well as the week-by-week course schedule.
Bibliography
- Documents fournis par le professeur sous forme de syllabus
- Livre : Hoe ik talent voor het leven kreeg de Rodaan al-Galidi (édition Leeslicht, 2017, 134p.)
- Grammaire : par exemple : La grammaire néerlandaise (collection Petits Sésames – Van In)
- Textes / Vocabulaire : Journaux et revues (sur internet)
Teaching materials
- NEER1282
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