Microsoft



Market Leader

Advanced

General Teaching Programme

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Area of Foreign Languages

English

Market Leader Teaching Programme

Unit 1: First Impressions

Aims

- To listen to an interview with an intercultural communications expert

- To prepare a presentation

- To know useful expressions

- To use the adverbs.

- To read an article from The Financial Times about networking strategies

- To listen to an interview about business skills and networking

- To write a formal register

- To write an informal register

- To write a reply accepting an invitation

- To plan a meeting

- To write a formal letter to a public figure

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to an interview with an intercultural communications expert

- Reading an article from The Financial Times about networking strategies

- Listening to an interview about business skills and networking

- Writing a formal register

- Writing an informal register

- Writing a reply accepting an invitation

- Writing a formal letter to a public figure

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Adverbs

B. Vocabulary

- To make a presentation

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about networking strategies

- To debate about first impressions in presentations

- To debate about ways to help people who haven’t got anything

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To respect others

To debate about ways to help people who haven’t got anything

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: adverbs

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit A, page 32

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit A, page 32

- Business English Practice File, Unit 1

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit A, page 32

- Business English Practice File, Unit 1.

Unit 2: Training

Aims

- To listen to an interview about the benefits of apprenticeships

- To talk about training options for young people

- To listen to people talking about their training experience

- To read a text from The Financial Times about creative destruction

- To read a text from The Financial Times about training leaders

- To write about a successful training course

- To listen to two telephone conversation asking for clarification and confirmation

- To know useful language

- To write effective e-mails

- To listen to a sales team

- To write a recovering e-mail

- To know compound words

- To review verb tenses

- To use prepositions

- To write a report

- To emphasise a point of view

- To summarise decisions in an e-mail

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to an interview about the benefits of apprenticeships

- Talking about training options for young people

- Listening to people talking about their training experience

- Reading a text from The Financial Times about creative destruction

- Reading a text from The Financial Times about training leaders

- Writing about a successful training course

- Listening to two telephone conversation asking for clarification and confirmation

- Writing effective e-mails

- Listening to a sales team

- Writing a recovering e-mail

- Writing a report

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Tense review

- Prepositions

B. Vocabulary

- Compound nouns

- Vocabulary review

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about the importance of a good training

- To respect other people

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To respect other cultures and people

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: tense review, prepositions, compounds

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit A, page 32

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit A, page 32

- Business English Practice File, Unit 2

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit A, page 32

- Business English Practice File, Unit 2.

Unit 3: Energy

Aims

- To talk about clean energy

- To listen to an interview about an analysis on energy

- To listen to experts talking about clean energy

- To listen to speakers giving opinion on energy

- To know the articles

- To use countable nouns

- To use uncountable nouns

- To read a text from The Financial Times about politicians and fuels.

- To listen to some people in a decision-making meeting

- To know useful language

- To write a layout

- To write a recommendation report

- To read a text about green business

- To write an energy project

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Talking about clean energy

- Listening to an interview about an analysis on energy

- Listening to experts talking about clean energy

- Listening to speakers giving opinion on energy

- Reading a text from The Financial Times about politicians and fuels.

- Listening to some people in a decision-making meeting

- Writing a layout

- Writing a recommendation report

- Reading a text about green business

- Writing an energy project

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Articles

B. Vocabulary

- Countable nouns

- Uncountable nouns

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about saving energy

- To debate about politics and green energy

- Think about green business

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Environment Education

To think about saving energy

To respect the environment

Consumer Education

To choose good ways of using energy

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: articles, countable nouns, uncountable nouns

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit A, page 32

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit A, page 32

- Business English Practice File, Unit 3

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit A, page 32

- Business English Practice File, Unit 3.

Unit 4: Marketing

Aims

- To talk about customer relationship management

- To listen to an interview with the Academic Director of the Oxford Institute of Retail Management

- To read an article from the Finantial Times about is the customer always right?

- To read an article from Critical Eye about women

- To listen to two people talking about marketing

- To write a brief presentation

- To read a text about a marketing campaign

- To listen to people talking about celebrities to work in a TV commercial.

- To listen to the filming of a TV commercial

- To write a press release

- To use relative pronouns

- To use relative clauses

- To know marketing words

- To know compound nouns

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Talking about customer relationship management

- Listening to an interview with the Academic Director of the Oxford Institute of Retail Management

- Reading an article from the Finantial Times about is the customer always right?

- Reading an article from Critical Eye about women

- Listening to two people talking about marketing

- Writing a brief presentation

- Reading a text about a marketing campaign

- Listening to people talking about celebrities to work in a TV commercial.

- Listening to the filming of a TV commercial

- Writing a press release

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Relative pronouns

- Relative clauses

B. Vocabulary

- Compound nouns

- Marketing words

- Marketing phrases

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about marketing

- To think about customer relationship management

- To debate about what women really want.

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about success

Consumer education

To know customer rights

Equality education

To respect women and men

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: relative pronouns, relative clauses, compound nouns

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit B, page 62

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit B, page 62

- Business English Practice File, Unit 4

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit B, page 62

- Business English Practice File, Unit 4.

Unit 5: Employment trends

Aims

- To listen to a conversation about the future of work

- To listen to an interview about employment trends

- To read an article from The Daily Telegraph about giganomics

- To use ing verbs

- To use the infinitive of verbs

- To listen to a conversation about resolving conflicts

- To write an e-mail trying to avoid conflicts

- To read a report on absenteeism

- To read a text about a decision-making meeting

- To write a report

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to a conversation about the future of work

- Listening to an interview about employment trends

- Reading an article from The Daily Telegraph about giganomics

- Listening to a conversation about resolving conflicts

- Writing an e-mail trying to avoid conflicts

- Reading a report on absenteeism

- Reading a text about a decision-making meeting

- Writing a report

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Ing verbs

- Verbs in infinitive

B. Vocabulary

- Jobs

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about the future of work

- To debate about conflicts and relationships

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To respect others

To avoid conflicts

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: ing verbs, infinitives

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit B, page 62.

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit B, page 62

- Business English Practice File, Unit 5

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit B, page 62

- Business English Practice File, Unit 5.

Unit 6: Ethics

Aims

- To listen to the Director of the Institute of Business Ethics talking about attitudes to corporate responsibility.

- To read an article from The Guardian about corporate science

- To read a text from the CBS News about a pharmatheutical company

- To read two texts about ethical problem-solving

- To listen to a group of people talking about making staff redundant.

- To write a report about meetings and action points

- To discuss recommendations

- To listen to a TV report

- To write a press release summarising the outcome of a meeting.

- To know ethic words

- To know opposites

- To know word formation

- To know the modal verbs

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to the Director of the Institute of Business Ethics talking about attitudes to corporate responsibility.

- Reading an article from The Guardian about corporate science

- Reading a text from the CBS News about a pharmatheutical company

- Reading two texts about ethical problem-solving

- Listening to a group of people talking about making staff redundant.

- Writing a report about meetings and action points

- Listening to a TV report

- Writing a press release summarising the outcome of a meeting.

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Modal verbs

- Word formation

B. Vocabulary

- Ethic words

- Opposites

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about ethics and work

- To think about ethics and business

- To debate about responsibilities

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about ethics and business

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: modal verbs, word formation, ethics

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit B, page 62

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit B, page 62

- Business English Practice File, Unit 6

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit B, page 62

- Business English Practice File, Unit 6.

Unit 7: Finance

Aims

- To talk about sustainable banking

- To listen to an interview with the UK Managing director of Triodos Bank

- To debate about changes in the banking system they would like to see

- To read a text from The Finantial Times about bankers

- To listen to four speakers managing questions

- To read a text about angel investors association

- To read a text about the evaluating business ventures

- To write an informal e-mail

- To use multiword verbs

- To know finance words

- To know compounds

- To use collocations

- To use the definite article.

- To write a report

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Talking about sustainable banking

- Listening to an interview with the UK Managing director of Triodos Bank

- Talking about changes in the banking system they would like to see

- Reading a text from The Finantial Times about bankers

- Listening to four speakers managing questions

- Reading a text about angel investors association

- Reading a text about the evaluating business ventures

- Writing an informal e-mail

- Writing a report

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Multiword verbs

- Collocations

- Definite article.

B. Vocabulary

- Finance words

- Compounds

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about banks

- To debate about sustainable banking

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Consumer Education

To think about the crisis

To debate about banks

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: multiword verbs. Collocations. Articles.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit C, page 92

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit C, page 92

- Business English Practice File, Unit 7

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit C, page 92

- Business English Practice File, Unit 7.

Unit 8: Consultants

Aims

- To listen to an interview with the Head of Operations Consulting

- To read a text about a management consultant

- To read a text about negotiating

- To write a text summarising terms and conditions

- To read a text about mobile phones in South Africa

- To write a formal e-mail.

- To know consultancy words

- To know multiword verbs

- To use ellipsis

- To use conditional sentences

- To know useful linkers

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to an interview with the Head of Operations Consulting

- Reading a text about a management consultant

- Reading a text about negotiating

- Writing a text summarising terms and conditions

- Reading a text about mobile phones in South Africa

- Writing a formal e-mail.

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Multiword verbs

- Ellipsis

- Conditional sentences

- Linkers

B. Vocabulary

- Consultancy words

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about Newmarket opportunities

- To think about business

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and Civic Education

To think about new markets

Consumer Education

To think about new markets

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: Ellipsis, conditional sentences, multi word verbs

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit C, page 92

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit C, page 92

- Business English Practice File, Unit 8

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit C, page 92

- Business English Practice File, Unit 8.

Unit 9: Strategy

Aims

- To listen to an interview about strategy, goals and values.

- To read a letter to investors

- To listen to people talking about companies they admire

- To read a text from The Finantial Times about strategies

- To debate about changes

- To listen to people talking about brainstorming and creativity

- To read a text about how to develop a mission statement

- To write a draft about the developing of a mission statement

- To read a text about international Airways

- To write a summary

- To know compounds

- To use linkers

- To make rhetorical questions

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to an interview about strategy, goals and values.

- Reading a letter to investors

- Listening to people talking about companies they admire

- Reading a text from The Finantial Times about strategies

- Talking about changes

- Listening to people talking about brainstorming and creativity

- Reading a text about how to develop a mission statement

- Writing a draft about the developing of a mission statement

- Reading a text about international Airways

- Writing a summary

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Rhetorical questions

- Linkers

B. Vocabulary

- Compounds

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about strategies, goals and values.

- To debate about creativity

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To talk about goals

To talk about values

Consumer education

To think about international airways

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages rhetorical questions, linkers, compounds

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit C, page 92

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit C, page 92

- Business English Practice File, Unit 9

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit C, page 92

- Business English Practice File, Unit 9

Unit 10: Online business

Aims

- To listen to an interview about doing business online

- To read an article from The Financial Times about firefighters

- To listen to a talk about creating web pages

- To give a five minute presentation

- To read a text about prioritising complaints

- To read a text about fashion

- To listen to an interview about a fashion event

- To read a text about a social media presentation

- To write a summary about improving an online experience

- To know internet words

- To know internet phrases

- To use rhetorical devices

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to an interview about doing business online

- Reading an article from The Financial Times about firefighters

- Listening to a talk about creating web pages

- Reading a text about prioritising complaints

- Reading a text about fashion

- Listening to an interview about a fashion event

- Reading a text about a social media presentation

- Writing a summary about improving an online experience

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Rhetorical devices

B. Vocabulary

- Internet words

- Internet phrases

- Fashion

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about the growing importance and impact of internet

- To think about a business online

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about customer rights

Consumer Education

To debate about business online

To think about products online

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages rhetorical devices, internet words, fashion

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit D, page 122.

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit D, page 122

- Business English Practice File, Unit 10

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit D, page 122

- Business English Practice File, Unit 10.

Unit 11: New business

Aims

- To read a text about advices to start ups

- To listen to an interview with an expert on starting new businesses

- To read an article from The Financial Times about a new product-based business

- To listen to a phone call with a major customer

- To read a text about managing cashflow

- To write a formal e-mail

- To read a text about selling diagnosis products

- To listen to a radio programme

- To read a text about a chain of pharmacy stores

- To write an e-mail to a business consultant

- To know words to do with new business

- To use cleft sentences

- To apologise

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about advices to start ups

- Listening to an interview with an expert on starting new businesses

- Reading an article from The Financial Times about a new product-based business

- Listening to a phone call with a major customer

- Reading a text about managing cashflow

- Writing a formal e-mail

- Reading a text about selling diagnosis products

- Listening to a radio programme

- Reading a text about a chain of pharmacy stores

- Writing an e-mail to a business consultant

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Cleft sentences

B. Vocabulary

- Medicines

- Business

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about medicines and business

- To debate about managing cashflow

- To think about start-ups

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about health and business

Consumer education

To debate about medicines and business

Health Education

To think about health

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: cleft sentences. Noun phrases.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment: to talk about animals; It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit D, page 122

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit D, page 122

- Business English Practice File, Unit 10

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit D, page 122

- Business English Practice File, Unit 2.

Unit 12: Project management

Aims

- To listen to two project managers talking about what makes a good project manager.

- To talk about what makes a good project manager

- To listen to a manager talking about successful projects

- To debate about challenges nowadays

- To read an article about project schedules.

- To listen to four teleconferences

- To read a text about teleconferencing

- To read a text about creating a world-class port.

- To read a summary of findings

- To write a short report of main findings

- To use collocations

- To use prepositions

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to two project managers talking about what makes a good project manager.

- Talking about what makes a good project manager

- Listening to a manager talking about successful projects

- Talking about challenges nowadays

- Reading an article about project schedules.

- Listening to four teleconferences

- Reading a text about teleconferencing

- Reading a text about creating a world-class port.

- Reading a summary of findings

- Writing a short report of main findings

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Collocations

B. Vocabulary

- Prepositions

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about project management

- To debate about responsibility

- To think about good project schedules.

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To debate about good project managers

To think about new challenges

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: collocations. Prepositions

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit D, page 122

II. Language reflections

- Revision Unit D, page 122

- Business English Practice File, Unit 12

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Revision Unit D, page 122

- Business English Practice File, Unit 12.

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