Communication in English

At the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. identify possible sound patterns in English Language; 2. list notable language skills; 3. classify word formation processes; 4. construct simple and fairly complex sentences in English; 5. apply logical and critical reasoning skills for meaningful presentations; 6. demonstrate an appreciable level of the art of public speaking and listening; and 7. write simple and technical reports.

Sounds and sound patterns in English Language (vowels and consonants, phonetics and phonology); English word classes (lexical and grammatical words, definitions, forms, functions, usages, collocations); major word formation processes; the sentence in English (types: structural and functional); grammar and usage (tense, concord and modality). Reading and types of reading, comprehension skills, 3RsQ. Logical and critical thinking; reasoning methods (logic and syllogism, inductive and deductive argument, analogy, generalisation and explanations). Ethical considerations, copyright rules and infringements. Writing activities, pre-writing (brainstorming and outlining), writing (paragraphing, punctuation and expression), post- writing (editing and proofreading). Types of writing (summary, essays, letter, curriculum vitae, report writing, note-making). Mechanics of writing. Information and Communication Technology in modern language learning. Language skills for effective communication. The art of public speaking.