Communication Strategies English B2 - BMEGT60LNGA406-01

The subject prepares students for communication in the workplace, primarily by developing oral communication skills and enhancing their knowledge of successful communication (background of communication problems, effective and successful communication, conflict resolution).

1. The students have level B2 vocabulary necessary for workplace communication and know the language structures needed to deal with communicative situations.
2. They know some important principles of effective and successful communication.
3. They are familiar with the different communication styles and how they can cause communication problems.
4. They know how to resolve conflicts constructively.

1. They are able to talk about their priorities and plans related to their work.
2. They have the ability to provide arguments and counter-arguments in debating situations.
3. They are able to handle situations related to workplace disputes, conflicts, joint planning (planning meetings, allocation of tasks).
4. They are able to present results.
5. They can talk constructively about their own weaknesses.
6. They can analyse communication situations and identify the causes of various communication problems.
7. They can reflect on their own communication style, habits and possible difficulties.
8. They can differentiate between formal and informal communicative situations, and are able to communicate according to the related linguistic norms.

1. They feel the need for effective workplace communication.
2. They strive to become aware of their own communication characteristics and revise them where appropriate.
3. They strive to comply with the rules of constructive and respectful communication.

1. They have the necessary strategies for developing their language competence independently and take responsibility for improving their language proficiency.

During the learning process students often work in pairs or groups to give them more opportunity to practice their speaking skills, during which they are given the opportunity to participate in professional discussions, problem-solving and cooperation. 

• Aktuális célnyelvi anyagok: újságcikkek, videók, ezekre épülő feladatok.
• Topical materials in the target language: newspaper articles, videos and tasks built on them.

Evaluation comprises of regular attendance, (30% of lessons can be skipped), active participation in lessons, and completing and submitting assignments and tests at a satisfactory level.

In line with the general characteristics of teaching foreign languages, assessment will be applied with a process approach, which also includes optional elements, such as communication exercises, presentations, assignments.

• évközi feladatok: 100

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According to the regulations of the Codes of Studies.

Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 05.05.2024.

• communication styles • causes of communication difficulties • difficulties in communicating at work • conflict resolution • reasoning • planning, discussion, summary of results