How this module can help you
Level
Objectives
Learning outcomes
Modes of learning
Classroom instruction
Web-based exercises
Independent learning
Assessment
How this module can help you
Our research tells us that many PolyU students, particularly those in their first year, find it difficult to understand English-medium lectures and talks in their subject areas. Many students also find it difficult to communicate their ideas confidently and fluently in English in seminars and tutorials. This module can help you by giving you the chance to develop the English-language skills needed to listen effectively to lectures and participate actively in academic discussions at university.
Level
This is a Level A module mainly intended for first-year students who have a weak foundation in a particular area of English (e.g. they have performed poorly in any of the papers in the Use of English)". The main aim of these modules is to help students to build a sound foundation in their areas of weakness. Level A modules are pitched at lower-intermediate to intermediate levels.
Objectives
This module aims to help students develop the language and skills needed to listen to lectures and participate in seminar discussions.
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module, students are expected to be able to use the language and skills needed to
- understand the content and structure of English-medium lectures and talks
- present and discuss information and ideas in small-group settings
Modes of learning
This module involves 30 hours of learning in three modes:
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Listening & Speaking Skills for University Study
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Classroom instruction
14 hours |
Web-based exercises
10 hours |
Independent learning
6 hours
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Classroom instruction
In the classroom component of this module you are expected to complete 7 units of work on various academic listening and speaking skills. The topics covered in these units are as follows.
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Introduction to the module, CILL orientation, socialisation |
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Developing academic listening skills |
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Developing academic discussion skills |
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Analysing problems |
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Exploring issues |
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Participating in meetings and negotiations |
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Assessment: seminar discussion, listening to a lecture |
To maximise the value of the classroom component, please make sure that you attend class regularly and punctually, and that you participate fully in the activities.
Web-based exercises
You are expected to spend around 10 hours on web-based exercises (i.e. about 1 hour and 20 minutes per week). These exercises will be closely connected to the activities covered in class and will give you the opportunity to consolidate and extend your knowledge and skills.
Independent learning
You are expected to do at least 6 hours of independent learning in the Centre for Independent Language Learning (CILL). Your work in the CILL should be related to the topic of the module (i.e. listening and speaking skills).
Assessment
To complete this module satisfactorily you will need to
- do two assignments in the final week of the module
- fulfil the web requirements
- attend class regularly and punctually (NB At least 12 hours )