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English Language B1

TH!NK Second Edition - CEFR B1 Level Course

Course Syllabus

Course Information

Instructor
Dr. Sarah Johnson
Office
Room 305, Building A
Lecture Time
Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Course Description

This B1 level English course uses TH!NK Second Edition, a comprehensive program designed for teenagers preparing for Cambridge English Qualifications. The course develops critical thinking skills alongside language proficiency through engaging, age-appropriate content.

Students will work through 12 thematic units covering diverse topics including technology, culture, environment, and social issues. Each unit integrates the four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) while building vocabulary and grammar knowledge appropriate for B1 level.

The course specifically prepares students for the B1 Preliminary for Schools exam, incorporating exam-style tasks and strategies throughout the syllabus. By the end of this course, students will be able to understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters, deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling, and produce simple connected text on topics of personal interest.

Enrollment Requirements

Prerequisite(s)
English Language A2 or equivalent proficiency level
Co-Requisite(s)
None
Concurrent Enrollment
None
Recommended Preparation
Familiarity with A2 level grammar structures and vocabulary; ability to communicate in simple, routine tasks

Required Reading

Title Author Publisher Year
TH!NK Second Edition Student's Book 2 Herbert Puchta, Jeff Stranks, Peter Lewis-Jones Cambridge University Press 2017
TH!NK Second Edition Workbook 2 Herbert Puchta, Jeff Stranks, Peter Lewis-Jones Cambridge University Press 2017

Course Schedule

August - September
Week 1: Unit 1 - Identity
Week 2: Unit 2 - Adventure
Week 3: Unit 3 - Communication
Week 4: Unit 4 - Environment
October - November
Week 5: Unit 5 - Technology
Week 6: Unit 6 - Culture
Week 7: Review & Practice
Week 8: MIDTERM EXAM
Week 9: Unit 7 - Health
Week 10: Unit 8 - Education
Week 11: Unit 9 - Entertainment
Week 12: Unit 10 - Travel
December
Week 13: Unit 11 - Society
Week 14: Unit 12 - Future
Week 15-19: Exam Preparation
Week 20: FINAL EXAM

Grading System

Grade Breakdown

Participation
15%
Response Papers
15%
Essay #1
15%
Midterm
20%
Essay #2
15%
Final Exam
20%

Grading Scale

A
90%-100%
B
80%-89%
C
70%-79%
D
60%-69%
F
< 60%

Assignment Submission

All essays and papers are due in lecture (due dates are listed on the schedule). No electronic copies will be accepted!

Late Assignments

Late work will be deducted 5% per twenty-four hour period that elapses after the due date. Extensions must be requested in advance of the due date.

Final Examination

The final examination is a comprehensive assessment of your B1 level English proficiency and will consist of an essay written during the exam period.

Format
Written essay during exam period
Advance Notice
Question provided at least one week before the test
Materials Allowed
Single page of notes permitted
Assessment Areas
Grammar accuracy, vocabulary range, reading comprehension, and critical thinking skills

Exam Preparation Tips

  • Review all 12 units and key vocabulary from the course
  • Practice writing essays within time constraints
  • Prepare your single-page notes strategically with key grammar rules and useful phrases
  • Review feedback from Essay #1 and Essay #2 to improve your writing
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