Communicative Thai for Foreigners II

Timetable

Module aim (aims)

This course is designed for non-native speakers of Thai to learn to communicate in Thai language in daily life at a beginner level. The course provides introduction to Thai sounds system, useful Thai words and sentences, basic Thai grammar, Thai conversations in various situations in everyday life, special tips for common Thai language use, and Thai culture. Learners will develop their listening and speaking skills in Thai language while reading and writing skills are not required in this course.

Pre-requisites in terms of knowledge, skills and social competences (where relevant)

Thai vocabulary and abilities in reading, writing and speaking Thai are not required before taking this course. Knowledge of English language and its grammatical structures will be useful but not vital.

 

Assessment Area Description Weight (%)

1. 20%

Listening Comprehension Can understand basic Thai phrases and questions used in daily life (e.g., greetings, numbers, simple directions).

2. 25%

Speaking Ability Can introduce themselves, ask and answer basic questions, pronounce Thai clearly enough to be understood.

3. 15%

Reading Comprehension Can read and understand basic words, signs, and simple sentences written in Thai script.

4. 15%

Writing Skills Can write simple sentences, personal information, and familiar expressions using basic Thai grammar and vocabulary.

5. 15%

Vocabulary and Grammar Shows understanding of basic vocabulary (e.g., food, family, days) and simple grammar (e.g., particles, question words).

6. 10%

Participation and Attitude Participates actively in class, makes an effort to use Thai, and shows a positive attitude toward learning.

 

 

Common Forms of Classes

seminar + graded test: A small group discussion, usually with reading or research be-forehand. Interactive, students talk, share ideas, ask questions and final test.

 

These courses include:

• Lectures on grammar rules
• Practice exercises on writing and vocabulary
• Conversation classes for speaking fluency
• Listening sessions using audio clips
• Group activities or games to build confidence

 

 

Evaluation Type

Graded Credit: includes 30% weekly test, 10% homework and 60% final test

               

Grade Scale

Polish grade 5: (92 and above)
Excellent – The student demonstrates outstanding understanding of the material, performs at a high level, and uses Thai confidently, accurately, and fluently.

Polish grade 4,5: (84–91)
Very Good – The student shows strong understanding with only minor errors. Communication is clear, and they actively participate in class.

Polish grade 4: (76 – 83)
Good – The student understands most of the content, with occasional mistakes. Overall communication is effective, and comprehension is solid.

Polish grade 3,5: (68 – 75)
Fairly Good – The student has basic understanding but makes noticeable grammatical or vocabulary errors. More fluency and practice are needed.

Polish grade 3: (60 – 67)
Fair – The student has limited understanding. Can express simple ideas but lacks accuracy and fluency in using the language.

Polish grade 2: (0-59)

Fail – The student is unable to demonstrate the basic level of understanding or language use required. Does not meet the minimum requirements for passing.

Syllabus

Week 1:Introduction to Thailand

Week 2:Introduction to Thai language

part 1 Sounds and Sound System in Thai

part 2 Characteristics of Thai Language

part 3 Common sentences in Thai

Week 3:Lesson 1 Hello! Nice to meet you

part 1 What is your name

part 2 I come from

part 3 What nationality are you

part 4 What do you do

part 5 What about you

            part 6 Using also

            part 7 lesson summary

Week 4:Test – Lesson 1

            Lesson 2 What is this

            part 1 What’s this

            part 2 What is this called in Thai

            part 3 What card is this

part 4 Who’s this

            part 5 Whose

part 6 lesson summary

Week 5:Test – Lesson 2

            Lesson 3 Where do you live?

            part 1 Where do you live – Where do you work

            part 2 Where

            part 3 Which room – Which floor – Which building

            part 4 How is this place

            part 5 “Or”

            part 6 lesson summary

Week 6:Test – Lesson 3

Lesson 4 How old are you

part 1 How old are you

part 2 What is your telephone number

part 3 How many siblings do you have

part 4 Using classifiers

part 5 This bag is mine

part 6 lesson summary

Week 7: Test – Lesson 4                  

Lesson 5 You are in Thai

part 1 Question (yes-no) with “may”

part 2 Your name is Lalisa, right

part 3 This isn’t your bag right

part 4 Have you eaten yet

part 5 I want…

part 6 I like…

part 7 Talking about ability

part 8 lesson summary

Week 8: Test – Lesson 5

            Lesson 6 What time is it

part 1 Telling Time in Thai

part 2 Asking time in Thai

part 3 Asking about talking about routine

part 4 Asking opinion with “di”

part 5 Answering to question using whatever

part 6 lesson summary

Week 9: Test – Lesson 6

Lesson 7 How much

part 1 Counting numbers over 1,000

part 2 How much does it cost

part 3 How much does a television cost

part 4 Which one do you want to

part 5 How many do you want

part 6 lesson summary

Week 10: Test – Lesson 7

Lesson 8 How is…?

part 1 How to ask about the clothes

part 2 How to ask about size

part 3 Asking for hlep

part 4 Asking for permission

part 5 Asking about materials

part 6 How is your shirt

part 7 lesson summary

Week 11: Test – Lesson 8

Lesson 9 What would you like to order

part 1 Ordering food

part 2 Telling how the taste is like

part 3 “But”

part 4 lesson summary

Week 12: Test – Lesson 9

Lesson 10 How to get to Chula

part 1 Asking and telling where people, things and places are

part 2 Asking and telling how far places are

part 3 How do you get there

part 4 Asking and telling directions

part 5 lesson summary

Week 13: Test – Lesson 10

            Thai culture

Week 14: Thai festival

Week 15: Final test

            Written test

            Oral test

 

 

Assessment Area Description Weight (%)

1. 20%

Listening Comprehension Can understand basic Thai phrases and questions used in daily life (e.g., greetings, numbers, simple directions).

2. 25%

Speaking Ability Can introduce themselves, ask and answer basic questions, pronounce Thai clearly enough to be understood.

3. 15%

Reading Comprehension Can read and understand basic words, signs, and simple sentences written in Thai script.

4. 15%

Writing Skills Can write simple sentences, personal information, and familiar expressions using basic Thai grammar and vocabulary.

5. 15%

Vocabulary and Grammar Shows understanding of basic vocabulary (e.g., food, family, days) and simple grammar (e.g., particles, question words).

6. 10%

Participation and Attitude Participates actively in class, makes an effort to use Thai, and shows a positive attitude toward learning.

 

 

Common Forms of Classes

seminar + graded test: A small group discussion, usually with reading or research be-forehand. Interactive, students talk, share ideas, ask questions and final test.

 

These courses include:

• Lectures on grammar rules
• Practice exercises on writing and vocabulary
• Conversation classes for speaking fluency
• Listening sessions using audio clips
• Group activities or games to build confidence

 

 

Evaluation Type

Graded Credit: includes 30% weekly test, 10% homework and 60% final test

               

Grade Scale

Polish grade 5: (92 and above)
Excellent – The student demonstrates outstanding understanding of the material, performs at a high level, and uses Thai confidently, accurately, and fluently.

Polish grade 4,5: (84–91)
Very Good – The student shows strong understanding with only minor errors. Communication is clear, and they actively participate in class.

Polish grade 4: (76 – 83)
Good – The student understands most of the content, with occasional mistakes. Overall communication is effective, and comprehension is solid.

Polish grade 3,5: (68 – 75)
Fairly Good – The student has basic understanding but makes noticeable grammatical or vocabulary errors. More fluency and practice are needed.

Polish grade 3: (60 – 67)
Fair – The student has limited understanding. Can express simple ideas but lacks accuracy and fluency in using the language.

Polish grade 2: (0-59)

Fail – The student is unable to demonstrate the basic level of understanding or language use required. Does not meet the minimum requirements for passing.

 

Reading list

Lesson materials from Thailand Foundation