The course aims to equip students with the four language skills (i.e. listening, reading, speaking and writing) as well as study skills which include note-taking and note making techniques, and active listening skills for academic success. Students will have the opportunity to read texts of various topics by incorporating essential reading skills. Additionally, students are also expected to demonstrate effective presentation skills in delivering speeches. Students will also be required to write thesis-support essays, applying appropriate writing styles and organization as well as integrating APA writing conventions. E-learning platforms will be an integral part of the course. This course is defined within the CEFR B2 level.

By the end of the semester, students should be able to:

CO1:
Identify relevant details from long, complex written and spoken discourse in a wide range of topics.

CO2:
Write salient information using appropriate and accurate language.

CO3:
Develop a well-structured argument using appropriate and accurate language to deliver an effective persuasive presentation.

CO4:
Influence audience through a systematic argumentative essay by synthesizing information from different sources using appropriate and accurate language.

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