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GST102 DE&GS 2 Units beginner

Use Of English & Communication Skills Ii

This course, Use of English and Communication Skills II, is a two-credit unit course designed for 100-level students. It builds upon GST101, focusing on enhancing writing, speaking, and grammatical skills. The course covers paragraph development, formal letter writing, report writing, and summarizing techniques. Students will also improve their understanding of English phonetics, interview skills, seminar presentations, and public speaking. The course aims to equip students with effective communication skills for academic and social settings.

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60h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
EnglishCommunicationWritingSpeakingGrammar

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
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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

Paragraph Writing

2

Formal Letter Writing

3

Report Writing

4

Summarizing Techniques

5

English Phonetics

6

Interview Skills

7

Seminar Presentation

8

Public Speaking

9

English Grammar

10

English Usage

Total Topics10 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 Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Secretary

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Administrative Assistant

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Public Relations Officer

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Journalist

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Teacher

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationAdministrationMediaGovernmentBusiness

Course PDF Material

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all study units thoroughly, focusing on key concepts and examples.

2

Practice writing paragraphs, formal letters, reports, and summaries.

3

Record yourself speaking English and identify areas for improvement in pronunciation and intonation.

4

Participate in mock interviews to improve your interviewing skills.

5

Prepare and practice delivering short speeches on various topics.

6

Create flashcards for grammatical rules and vocabulary.

7

Allocate specific time slots for each study unit and stick to your schedule.

8

Form a study group with other students to discuss challenging concepts and practice speaking skills.

9

Focus on understanding the underlying principles of grammar rather than memorizing rules.

10

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and identify areas where you need further improvement.