Introduction

Learning objectives

In today's global economy an increasing number of people from different linguistic backgrounds use English as a lingua franca. Over the following decades the use of English between two non-native speakers will continue to increase. More and more people will be working in an English-speaking environment and increasingly people will be applying for a job in English.

This module helps you to prepare for this evolution.

Prerequisites

You should have completed the following Curios tests:

  • Placement test MTB Writing
  • Placement test MTB Reading
  • Placement test MTB Listening

Structure

This module consists of 2 parts: theory and practice. You can either choose to start reading the theory or, if you prefer a more problem-oriented approach, you can begin with the exercises in the practice part.

Team

This module was developed by the University of Antwerp and Ghent University. Team: Bart Deygers, Geert Jacobs, Marilyn Michels, Liesbeth Opdenacker and Ellen Van Praet.

Created: September 2005 | Updated: July 2009