Virtual Dialogues with Rudolf Diesel: A Sample of Teaching/Learning Materials for Beginners in Marine Engineering

This paper presents the materials of experimental class-room activity which is a part of the project approved by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. The project aims to create a Study Pack of Maritime English Introductory Course. One of the objectives is to find out methodological principles based on the interdisciplinary co-operation with specialists who are teaching major subjects. The great part of work has been done by senior students. The authors are thankful to the Department of Marine Engineering for the reasonable approach to the initiative, participation and assistance in preparatory work.