Name: ENGLISH FOR TOURISM II
Code: 520102006
Type: Compulsory
ECTS: 6
Length of subject: Yearly
Semester and course: 2nd Year - Yearly
Speciality:
Language: English
Mode of study: On-site class
Lecturer data: POVEDA MOLINA, LEONOR
Knowledge area: Filología Inglesa
Department: Métodos Cuantitativos, Ciencias Jurídicas y Lenguas Modernas
Telephone:
Email: leonor.poveda@upct.es
Office hours and location:
jueves - 09:00 / 10:00
EDIFICIO DE LA FACULTAD CC EMPRESA, planta 3, Despacho Filología Inglesa.
Concertar cita previa leonor.poveda@upct.es
Se recomienda pedir cita la semana anterior.
Teléfono 968.177078.
Qualifications/Degrees:
Master en Aptitud Pedagógica (C.A.P.) en la Universidad de Murcia (ESPAÑA) - 2003
Licensed en Filosofía y Letras, especialidad en Lenguas Modernas: Inglés, en la Universidad de Murcia (ESPAÑA) - 1989
Academic rank in UPCT: Docente por Sustitución
Number of five-year periods: Not applicable due to the type of teaching figure
Number of six-year periods: No procede por el tipo de figura docente
Curriculum Vitae: Full Profile
[CB4 ]. Students are required to transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions to a specialized and non-specialized audience.
[CG8 ]. To communicate in a foreign language.
[CE17 ]. To work in English in the tourism field.
[CT1 ]. Spoken and written effective communication
1. Demostrar los conocimientos teóricos y prácticos para desarrollar las competencias lingüísticas descritas en el nivel B2 del Marco Común Europeo de Referencia para las Lenguas Extranjeras.
2. Utilizar la lengua inglesa en los diferentes ámbitos profesionales relacionados con el entorno turístico a nivel intermedio.
3. Emplear destrezas comunicativas profesionales tales como: resolver dudas generales y sobre destinos de mercado, hacer sugerencias o recomendaciones, negociar, escribir correos electrónicos y hablar en público a nivel intermedio.
4. Manejar el vocabulario especializado y las funciones del lenguaje asociadas del ámbito del turismo a nivel intermedio.
5. Practicar las destrezas lingüísticas por medio de estudios de casos que reflejen los problemas y retos de la industria turística actual a nivel avanzado.
Adquisición y desarrollo de las competencias presentadas en el Marco Común Europeo de Referencia para las lenguas: aprendizaje, enseñanza, evaluación (Transición del nivel B1 al nivel B2). Se busca con ello profundizar en los conocimientos gramaticales del alumnado, mejorar su comprensión lectora y expresión escrita, así como adquirir léxico especializado en el contexto del turismo y mejorar sus competencias auditivas y las habilidades para comunicarse en el ámbito de la gestión turística. El alumnado desarrollará las habilidades comunicativas necesarias para desenvolverse en el ámbito del sector turístico.
Unit 1. Trends in tourism. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. -vocabulario especializado: the history of tourism; push and pull factors -gramática: continuous aspect -using visuals
Unit 2. Get the message. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: advertising and publicity; web words -gramática: countable/uncountable nouns - maintaining a website
Unit 3. Hotel branding. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: brands and branding; boutique hotels - gramática: making predictions - creating a business plan
Unit 4. Sustainability. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: tourism and community ecotourism -gramática: reporting verbs - chairing a meeting
Unit 5. Come fly with me. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: airport facilities, airport security procedures -gramática: the passive - dealing with difficult situations
Unit 6. Heritage. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: describing a heritage site, architecture -gramática: talking about the past - working as a tour guide
Unit 7. Managing events. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: even management -gramática: hypothetical situations - understanding contracts
Unit 8. Careers. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: applying for a job, remuneration -gramática: dependent prepositions -interviews
Unit 9. Gastronomy. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: food, culinary tourism -gramática: relative clauses - giving feedback
Unit 10. Risk. Grammar/Vocabulary/Professional skills/Case study. - vocabulario especializado: types of risk, adventure sports -gramática: modal verbs - dealing with crisis
Los alumnos trabajarán todas destrezas lingüísticas en cada una de las unidades expuestas en el apartado anterior realizando actividades de Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking relacionadas con el sector turístico.
Listening, reading, writing and speaking activities in pairs/group or individually
Intervenciones orales específicas
Presentaciones/role play en parejas de temas relacionados con el ámbito profesional del grado.
Case study (estudio de casos)
Prácticas específicas relacionadas con los case study de las unidades de teoría.
Promoting the continuous improvement of working and study conditions of the entire university community is one the basic principles and goals of the Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena. Such commitment to prevention and the responsibilities arising from it concern all realms of the university: governing bodies, management team, teaching and research staff, administrative and service staff and students. The UPCT Service of Occupational Hazards (Servicio de Prevención de Riesgos Laborales de la UPCT) has published a "Risk Prevention Manual for new students" (Manual de acogida al estudiante en materia de prevención de riesgos), which may be downloaded from the e-learning platform ("Aula Virtual"), with instructions and recommendations on how to act properly, from the point of view of prevention (safety, ergonomics, etc.), when developing any type of activity at the University. You will also find recommendations on how to proceed in an emergency or if an incident occurs. Particularly when carrying out training practices in laboratories, workshops or field work, you must follow all your teacher's instructions, because he/she is the person responsible for your safety and health during practice performance. Feel free to ask any questions you may have and do not put your safety or that of your classmates at risk.
Theory class: Activities consisting of training sessions to develop theoretical knowledge based on concepts and theories
Presentation of the theoretical contents, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. Presentation of individual assignments and exercises, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. Class structure by level B2: -Oral practice time: Read sentences aloud and record the pronunciation. -Roleplay. Discuss the items and decide an action plan to solve the problems. To work in pairs or groups. Students will focus on the phonetic skill. They are going to listen texts, interviews....Highlight the key words box and elicit
25
100
Problem solving class: Activities consisting of training sessions to develop practical or applied knowledge based on problem solving exercises, or practical cases
Problem solving class. Activities consisting of training sessions to develop practical or applied knowledge based on problem solving exercises or practical cases. The training sessions provide students with the opportunity to learn and practise many words and expressions required in the tourism industry.
15
100
Laboratory or field practice class: Activities aimed at developing practical or applied skills by the student supervised by a remote teacher
Developing the language skills, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. Class structure by level B2: - Grammar exercises to hand in done and checked at the end of the semester. For additional support these lessons include clear explanations and activities designed to help students. - Case Studies from the current units. The Case studies use the language which students have acquired while working through the unit and involve them in discussing the issues and recommending solutions. (Group work). - Written Tasks from the current units such as emails and tour itineraries. -Introduce and practise vocabulary and professional skills from the current units. Students will learn effective interpersonal and business skills.
4
100
Practical class in the computer room: Activities for the acquisition of certain skills through the use of specific software
Practical class through the use of specific software. Each unit contains several listening tasks developed around topics related to the travel industry. A range of British, American and other international native and non-native speakers are featured , helping students understand how people speak English in different parts of the world. Reading texts feature regularly in the units, providing students with a variety of texts and topics that they are likely to encounter in a tourism context.
4
100
Seminars, tutorials led by teaching staff, conferences, visits, round tables, etc .: Activities to develop theoretical, practical or applied knowledge based on specific topics or views of the profession
Some of the lessons are arranged in this way, or include videoconference formats, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5.
2
100
Assessments (continuous assessment system): speaking or writing tests, presentations, individually or in groups, which should include the knowledge acquired in the classes. Formative and summative assessment activities are included here
Mid- and final term activities that check the progression of students allowing for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. Class structure by level B2: - Prepare two oral performances per semester. The oral performances require students to engage in extended communication about topical issues in the tourism industry. - Speaking activities. Each unit provides students with further opportunities to communicate in tourism-related contexts.
10
100
Assessments (final assessment system): speaking or writing tests, individually or in groups, which should include the knowledge acquired in the classes. Summative evaluation is included
Taking the corresponding official exams allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5.
5
100
Tutorials: Individual or in groups, will serve to advise, resolve any doubts, guide, monitor work or the knowledge acquired
Teaching by example and supplying the information to complete particular tasks, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5.
5
50
Carrying out individual or group assignments: Autonomous and / or collaborative learning to develop theoretical, practical or applied knowledge by carrying out projects, practice reports and / or assignments
Preparation of individual assignments and exercises, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5.
25
0
Individual study: Time dedicated to studying the subject
Self-study and preparation of individual assignments and exercises, allowing for the development of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences to achieve the learning outcomes from 1 to 5.
55
0
Evaluation of assignments / reports / studies
This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. No score is required in the assignments activities. EVALUATION: The purpose of the evaluation of assignments, reports and studies is for students to demonstrate high level skills such as prediction, deduction and interference. The student needs to show recognition of the context, participants and register. EVALUATION TASKS: -Oral practice and phonetic skill. The correct pronunciation of vocabulary specific to the topic and subject areas. Stress and intonation. -Roleplay. Communicate facts, ideas, opinions and explain viewpoints about a chosen topic linked across a series of extended turns.
5 %
Evaluation of practical activities
This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. No score is required in the practical activities. EVALUATION: The purpose of the evaluation of practical activities is for students to demonstrate their ability to use the language functions and grammatical items of the grade. EVALUATION TASKS: - Grammar Exercises. - Case Studies from the current units. - Written Tasks from the current units. -Vocabulary specific to the topic area. -Professional Skills specific to the subject area.
5 %
Individual or group presentation of assignments given
Oral presentation. This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. EVALUATION The purpose of the individual or group presentation of assignments is to give students the opportunity to participate in a genuine exchange of information, ideas and opinions, while demonstrating their ability to use the language of the grade. EVALUATION TASKS - Prepare two oral performances per semester about topical issues in the Tourism Industry. - Speaking activities to communicate in tourism-related contexts.
10 %
Individual final test
A Partial Exam (40%) per semester. This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. A score of 4 out of 10. The examination at this grade consists of the following: - Use of English (Grammar&Vocabulary). -Writing. -Listening Comprehension. -Reading Comprehension. Examinations at this stage demand a high level of language proficiency.
80 %
Evaluation of assignments / reports / studies
This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. No score is required in the assignments activities. EVALUATION: The purpose of the evaluation of assignments, reports and studies is for students to demonstrate high level skills such as prediction, deduction and interference. The student needs to show recognition of the context, participants and register. EVALUATION TASKS: -Oral practice and phonetic skill. The correct pronunciation of vocabulary specific to the topic and subject areas. Stress and intonation. -Roleplay. Communicate facts, ideas, opinions and explain viewpoints about a chosen topic linked across a series of extended turns.
5 %
Evaluation of practical activities
This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. No score is required in the practical activities. EVALUATION: The purpose of the evaluation of practical activities is for students to demonstrate their ability to use the language functions and grammatical items of the grade. EVALUATION TASKS: - Grammar Exercises. - Case Studies from the current units. - Written Tasks from the current units. -Vocabulary specific to the topic area. -Professional Skills specific to the subject area.
5 %
Individual or group presentation of assignments given
Oral presentation. This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. EVALUATION The purpose of the individual or group presentation of assignments is to give students the opportunity to participate in a genuine exchange of information, ideas and opinions, while demonstrating their ability to use the language of the grade. EVALUATION TASKS - Prepare two oral performances per semester about topical issues in the Tourism Industry. - Speaking activities to communicate in tourism-related contexts.
10 %
Individual final test
A Partial Exam (40%) per semester. This allows for the assessment of CB4, CG8, CE17 and CT1 competences and check the learning outcomes from 1 to 5. A score of 4 out of 10. The examination at this grade consists of the following: - Use of English (Grammar&Vocabulary). -Writing. -Listening Comprehension. -Reading Comprehension. Examinations at this stage demand a high level of language proficiency.
80 %
Author: Peter Strutt
Title: English for International Tourism. Upper intermediate coursebook.
Editorial: Pearson
Publication Date: 2013
ISBN: 9781447923916
Author: Martin Hewings
Title: Advanced Grammar in Use (Upper-intermediate, with answers)
Editorial: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 2013
ISBN: 9781107697386
Author: Swan, Michael
Title: Practical english usage
Editorial: University Press
Publication Date: 2009
ISBN: 0194420981
Recursos disponibles en el Aula Virtual
http://www2.unwto.org/
http://drewseslfluencylessons.com/2-advanced/tourism/
http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_traveltourism.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish
https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/es
http://www.theguardian.com/international
http://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/index.xml
http://www.howjsay.com
http://www.learnenglishfeelgood.com/travelenglish/