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Use Of English & Communication Skills I

This course introduces students to effective communication and study skills in English. It covers listening comprehension, note-taking, reading techniques, and vocabulary development. Students will learn to listen actively, comprehend lectures, take effective notes, and improve reading speed and comprehension. The course aims to enhance proficiency in English for academic and social settings, enabling students to perform language functions effectively.

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60h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Listening SkillsReading ComprehensionNote-TakingVocabulary DevelopmentCommunication Skills

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
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Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Listening Skills

2

Reading Comprehension

3

Note-Taking Techniques

4

Vocabulary Development

5

Effective Communication

6

Critical Thinking

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Listening

2h

Unit 1: Listening Enabling Skills

2 study hours
  • •Define the role of a listener in academic settings.
  • •Identify personal listening habits and areas for improvement.
  • •Practice active listening techniques using audio recordings.
  • •Discuss the importance of concentration and focus during lectures.
Week
2

Module 1: Listening

2h

Unit 2: Listening and Comprehending

2 study hours
  • •Distinguish between casual and intense listening activities.
  • •Identify factors affecting comprehension during listening.
  • •Practice intense listening with audio passages and fill-in-the-gap exercises.
  • •Analyze personal listening comprehension skills and identify areas for improvement.
Week
3

Module 1: Listening

2h

Unit 3: Listening-Comprehension and Note Taking

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate between note-taking and note-making.
  • •Apply effective note-taking techniques to audio lectures.
  • •Use abbreviations and symbols to enhance note-taking speed.
  • •Organize notes systematically for better recall and understanding.
Week
4

Module 1: Listening

2h

Unit 4: Listening-Comprehension and Information Retrieval: General

2 study hours
  • •Identify different types of information to retrieve from listening activities.
  • •Practice retrieving instructions, directions, and facts from audio passages.
  • •Distinguish between facts, fables, and opinions in spoken discourse.
  • •Formulate overall impressions from listening to lectures and talks.
Week
5

Module 1: Listening

2h

Unit 5: Listening-Comprehension and Information Retrieval: Data, Figures, Diagrams and Charts

2 study hours
  • •Retrieve data from listening comprehension passages.
  • •Label diagrams accurately using information from audio descriptions.
  • •Complete tables and charts based on information from listening passages.
  • •Practice interpreting data, figures, diagrams, and charts from audio recordings.
Week
6

Module 2: Listening

2h

Unit 1: Listening for the Main Idea

2 study hours
  • •Identify the main idea in audio lectures and talks.
  • •Recognize speaker cues that signal main points.
  • •Distinguish between main ideas and supporting details.
  • •Practice summarizing lectures and talks to extract the main idea.
Week
7

Module 2: Listening

2h

Unit 2: Listening for Interpretation and Critical Evaluation

2 study hours
  • •Critically evaluate speaker viewpoints in audio passages.
  • •Interpret speaker intentions and underlying messages.
  • •Identify words and expressions associated with critical analysis.
  • •Apply steps for effective interpretation and critical evaluation of spoken discourse.
Week
8

Module 2: Listening

2h

Unit 3: Effective Reading

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the importance of effective reading skills.
  • •Apply strategies for effective reading, including setting a purpose and deciding what to read.
  • •Practice skimming and scanning techniques to improve reading speed.
  • •Develop a habit of reading for pleasure and academic purposes.
Week
9

Module 2: Listening

2h

Unit 4: Skimming and Scanning

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate between skimming and scanning techniques.
  • •Apply skimming to get a general overview of reading materials.
  • •Practice scanning to locate specific information quickly.
  • •Integrate skimming and scanning for efficient reading.
Week
10

Module 2: Listening

2h

Unit 5: Reading and Comprehending at Varying Speed Levels I

2 study hours
  • •Practice reading at the fastest speed with high comprehension.
  • •Apply techniques for reading at an average speed.
  • •Perform comprehension tasks associated with varying reading speeds.
  • •Adjust reading speed based on the purpose and complexity of the material.
Week
11

Module 3: Reading

2h

Unit 1: Reading and Comprehending at Varying Speed Levels II

2 study hours
  • •Identify steps for reading at a study speed level.
  • •Practice reading passages with a study-type reading speed.
  • •Make effective notes from reading passages.
  • •Determine personal reading speed while studying.
Week
12

Module 3: Reading

4h

Unit 2: Reading for Vocabulary Development: Part 1

2 study hours
  • •Apply word attack strategies to deduce word meanings.
  • •Use contextual clues to find meanings of words in reading passages.
  • •Develop a reading diary to record new vocabulary.
  • •Practice deducing word meanings without relying solely on a dictionary.

Unit 3: Reading for Vocabulary Development: Part II

2 study hours
  • •Use lexical familiarization to determine word meanings.
  • •Apply past experiences to understand word meanings.
  • •Use a dictionary effectively to find word meanings.
  • •Practice identifying and using transitional words in reading passages.
Week
13

Module 3: Reading

4h

Unit 4: Vocabulary Development in Various Academic Contexts: Part I

2 study hours
  • •Identify vocabulary items associated with various academic contexts, including arts, accounting, and natural sciences.
  • •Apply strategies for finding word meanings in diverse texts.
  • •Practice reading and comprehending texts from different academic fields.
  • •Expand vocabulary by learning new words from various academic contexts.

Unit 5: Vocabulary Development in Various Academic Contexts: Part II

2 study hours
  • •Read diverse texts, including narratives and expository texts.
  • •Identify the characteristics of narrative and expository texts.
  • •Analyze sample narrative and expository texts.
  • •Apply reading comprehension skills to diverse textual materials.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all study units and focus on key concepts and objectives.

2

Practice active listening techniques using audio recordings from the study pack.

3

Apply effective reading strategies to diverse texts and practice skimming and scanning.

4

Create vocabulary flashcards and review them regularly.

5

Practice note-taking during lectures and talks, focusing on main ideas and supporting details.

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