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Academic Discussions in English
Course
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English
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16 h
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- Self-paced
- Free Access
- Fee-based Certificate
- 4 Sequences
- Intermediate Level
- Subtitles in Albanian
Course details
Syllabus
- Week 1 - Introduction to Discussions
This is the third course in the Learn English: Advanced Speaking and Listening specialization. In this class you will learn about different types of conversations you will have in academic settings. You will also learn some strategies for helping you understan... - Week 2 - Elaboration
This week, you'll learn about the importance of elaborating in a conversation and learn to avoid some common problems that occur when elaboration doesn't happen. You'll learn several ways to add examples to your discussions and how to use critical thinking to ... - Week 3 - Interaction
Now, you'll learn how to maintain a smooth discussion by avoiding common problems with interaction and participation. You'll also learn how to listen to other speakers' ideas and learn how to agree or disagree with others in your discussion. Once again, you wi... - Week 4 - Synthesis
In the final week, you will learn how to synthesize the ideas in your discussions and how to come up with meaningful take-aways and action points. You'll also learn how to reflect on the important points in a discussion so that the whole thing is meaningful. Y...
Prerequisite
None.
Instructors
Tamy Chapman
Instructor, International Programs
University of California Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Meg Parker
Instructor, International Programs
University of California Irvine Extension
Helen Nam
Instructor
International Programs, UCI Extension
Brad Gilpin
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