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.

Sound patterns in English Language (vowels and consonants, phonetics and phonology). English word classes (lexical and grammatical words, definitions, forms, functions, usages, collocations). Sentence in English (types: structural and functional, simple and complex). Grammar and Usage (tense, mood, modality and concord, aspects of language use in everyday life). Logical and Critical Thinking and Reasoning Methods (Logic and Syllogism, Inductive and Deductive Argument and Reasoning Methods, Analogy, Generalisation and Explanations). Ethical considerations, Copyright Rules and Infringements. Writing Activities: (Pre-writing, Writing, Post writing, Editing and Proofreading; Brainstorming, outlining, Paragraphing, Types of writing, Summary, Essays, Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Report writing, Note making, etc. Mechanics of writing). Comprehension Strategies: (Reading and types of Reading, Comprehension Skills, 3RsQ). Information and Communication Technology in modern Language Learning. Language skills for effective communication. Major word formation processes. Writing and reading comprehension strategies. Logical and critical reasoning for meaningful presentations. Art of public speaking and listening. Report writing. GST 112- Nigerian Peoples and Culture (2 Units C: LH 30) Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. analyse the historical foundation of the Nigerian culture and arts in pre-colonial times; 2. list and identify the major linguistic groups in Nigeria; 3. explain the gradual evolution of Nigeria as a political unit; 4. analyse the concepts of Trade, Economic and Self-reliance status of the Nigerian peoples towards national development; 5. enumerate the challenges of the Nigerian State towards Nation building; 6. analyse the role of the Judiciary in upholding people’s fundamental rights; 7. identify acceptable norms and values of the major ethnic groups in Nigeria; and 8. list and suggest possible solutions to identifiable Nigerian environmental, moral and value problems. Course Contents Nigerian history, culture and art up to 1800 (Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo peoples and culture; peoples and culture of the ethnic minority groups). Nigeria under colonial rule (advent of colonial rule in Nigeria; Colonial administration of Nigeria). Evolution of Nigeria as a political unit (amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914; formation of political parties in Nigeria; Nationalist movement and struggle for independence). Nigeria and challenges of nation building (military intervention in Nigerian politics; Nigerian Civil War). Concept of trade and economics of self- reliance (indigenous trade and market system; indigenous apprenticeship system among Nigeria people; trade, skill acquisition and self-reliance). Social justices and national development (law definition and classification). Judiciary and fundamental rights. Individual norms and values (basic Nigeria norms and values, patterns of citizenship acquisition; citizenship and civic responsibilities; indigenous languages, usage and development; negative attitudes and conducts. Cultism, kidnapping and other related social vices). Re-orientation, moral and national values: The 3Rs – Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Re-orientation; Re- orientation Strategies: Operation Feed the Nation (OFN), Green Revolution, Austerity Measures, War Against Indiscipline (WAI), War Against Indiscipline and Corruption (WAIC), Mass Mobilisation for Self-Reliance, Social Justice and Economic Recovery (MAMSER), National Orientation Agency (NOA). Current socio-political and cultural developments in Nigeria.