Linguistics I and Dutch language practice II

Linguistics I

This course has two main objectives: on a theoretical level, it aims at analysing some syntactic constructions that are particularly problematic for French-speaking learners of Dutch; on a practical level, its aim is to further develop the communication skills (both receptive and productive skills) of the students in Dutch.
In the theoretical part, we will tackle some syntactic constructions that are particularly problematic for French-speaking learners of Dutch, including er, pronominal adverbs and passive constructions..
In the practical part, we will train the communicative skills of the students by organizing the following activities:

• reading and listening comprehension exercises;
• essay-writing; 
• the composition of a portfolio.

Dutch language practice II

The course aims to develop students' understanding of reading and written expression in Dutch through practical exercises. Specific difficulties and several grammatical issues will be addressed on request. Students are also encouraged to improve the readability of their written work by avoiding awkward styles and to express themselves in clear, correct language. Given the practical nature of the course, regular and active participation from students is essential.

Linguistics I

At the end of this course, the students will be able:

• to describe and explain how word the syntactic constructions we discussed work in Dutch;
• to analyze these constructions in an original article;
• to write a coherent essay on a general topic (B2 level)
• to understand specialized texts (B2+ level)
• to follow a natural conversation in Dutch (B2 level)

Dutch language practice II

By the end of the course, students will have reached level B2 of the European Framework on reading and written expression in Dutch, as set out by the Taalunie.

Linguistics I

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, having earned the credits for Dutch Language Proficiency I (LGER0009-1 ) is definitely an asset.

Dutch language practice II

Have level B1 in the European Framework (writing, reading, oral expression and aural comprehension) in Dutch.

Linguistics I

The course includes formal lectures which will be as interactive as possible on the one hand and practical sessions on the other.
Additional practical sessions will be organized weekly for the students who should improve their oral proficiency skills (responsible teacher: Marie Jadot)

Dutch language practice II

• use of conjunctions to structure an essay + exercises
• exercises in rewriting phrases with a view to improving the style, grammar and vocabulary
• specific difficulties in Dutch, grammar + exercises (on request)
• reading exercises: reading all sorts of texts
• writing exercises: rewriting phrases, drafting summaries, arguments, book reviews, producing clear, coherent and correct texts in Dutch level B2 in the European Framework
• increased vocabulary
• use of reference tools (Van Dale, taaladvies.net, woordenlijst.org, etc.)
• e-tandem project

Linguistics I

Face-to-face mode of delivery.
Sessions of two hours a week.
Alternation of theoretical and practical sessions.
Use of the eCampus-platform

Dutch language practice II

In class and work to be prepared at home

Dutch language practice II

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Linguistics I

Lecture notes will be made available after each course.
Reference books (for the theoretical part) are:

• Haeseryn, W., Romijn, K., Geerts, G., De Rooij, J. & Van Den Toorn, M. (1997).Algemene Nederlandse Spraakkunst. Martinus Nijhoff/Wolters Plantijn, Gronin- gen/Deurne. Disponible en ligne: http://ans.ruhosting.nl/e-ans/index.html.
• Smedts, W. & W. Van Belle (2003).Taalboek Nederlands. Kapellen: Uitgeverij Pelckmans.
• W. Van Belle, B. Lamiroy, W. Van Langendonck, K. Lahousse, P. Lauwers, I. Van Canegem-Ardijns & K. Van Goethem. Grammatica Nederlands voor Franstaligen (CGF). Disponible en ligne:http://wwwling.arts.kuleuven.be/NGF_N/NGF_NL.htm

Dutch language practice II

• Course notes will be distributed by the teacher.
• Minco, M. (1957). Het bittere kruid. Amsterdam: Prometheus Bert Bakker. + 1 book to be determined

• Schoenaerts, P. e.a. (2019). Thematische woordenschat Nederlands voor anderstaligen. Almere: Intertaal
• recommended reading: Dutch and Flemish newspapers, Dutch language reference works

Linguistics I

The evaluation will include a written and an oral exam. The written exam will include:

• a writing proficiency task (essay writing);
• analysis of constructions discussed in the theoretical part of the course

• the linguistic analysis of the portfolio;
• the content of the portfolio (discussion);
• the prepration and discussion of nine popular scientific texts.

• Written exam: 60 % (essay: 40% - theory: 20%)
• Oral exam: 40% (quality of the portfolio and oral skills)

Dutch language practice II

Any session :

- In-person

written exam ( open-ended questions )

- Remote

written exam ( open-ended questions )

- If evaluation in "hybrid"

preferred in-person


Additional information:

• 20% of the grade: continuous assessment (tests and work during the academic year, e-tandem)
• 80% of the grade: written exam in January (reading, writing and vocabulary)

Linguistics I

Dutch will be used for all course interactions.

Linguistics I

Julien Perrez Department of Modern Languages Place Cockerill 3 Office: A2/5/17 (5è étage du bâtiment A2) Tel.: +32 4 3665837 Julien.Perrez@uliege.be  https://my.uliege.be/portail/TR/view2.do?as_codULg=U214827
Office hours: - Monday's from 10 to 12
Any question related to the course should be posted on the forum of the eCampus platform.
The students will use Dutch for all communication with the professor.
 
Marie Jadot
Department of Modern Languages
Place Cockerill 3 bureau: A2/5/18 (5è étage du bâtiment A2) Marie.Jadot@uliege.be
https://my.uliege.be/portail/TR/view2.do?as_codULg=U228345
 

Dutch language practice II

Dominique Buurke - Dominique.Buurke@uliege.be