Course Introduction
Dear Students,
Welcome to the "English Language Learning Course" tailored for first-year bachelor-level SM students. In this course, you will be provided with a solid foundation in English language skills, covering essential elements from grammar, and syntax to pronunciation and vocabulary. Additionally, this course is designed to supplement your pursuit of knowledge in the fascinating realm of Scientific English. We bridge the gap between the intricacies of scientific subjects and the essential language skills required for effective communication in academic and professional settings.
Course Overview:
Lesson One: Initiation to General English and Specialized English
- Gain
an understanding of the broader applications of English in both general and
specialized contexts.
- Explore
the intersection of general and specialized English, equipping you with
linguistic tools for both broad communication and scientific discourse.
Lesson Two: The English Simple Tenses
- Delve into the world of verb tenses, mastering the present, past, and future simple tenses for effective communication.
- Master the art of expressing scientific concepts through an in-depth understanding of present, past, and future simple tenses
Lesson Three: Types of English Sentences and their Structures
- Explore the intricacies of constructing different sentence types, enhancing your ability to express ideas with precision.
- Refine your ability to construct a variety of sentence structures, enhancing your prowess in presenting complex scientific ideas with clarity.
Lesson Four: Parts of Speech
- Discover the fundamental building blocks of the English language, from nouns and verbs to adjectives, adverbs, and beyond.
- Explore the fundamental building blocks of English language, equipping you to articulate scientific principles with clarity and accuracy.
Lesson Five: The Final /s/ and Final /ed/
- Fine-tune your pronunciation skills and develop an ear for the nuances of final /s/ and final /ed/ sounds for effective scientific communication.
Lesson Six: Articles & Plurals
- Grasp and master the proper usage of articles and the formation of plurals, to enhance the precision and coherence of your written and verbal scientific discourse.
Lesson Seven: Auxiliaries & Passive and Active Voice
- Unravel the role of auxiliary verbs and harness the versatility of passive and active voice in scientific writing.
General Objectives:
- The course aim to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in English language skills, encompassing grammar, syntax, pronunciation, and vocabulary, enabling them to communicate effectively and confidently in both general and specialized contexts.
- The students are expected to consolidate their knowledge of English grammatical rules and develop their awareness about grammar, syntax, pronunciation, and vocabulary in order to use it in appropriate contexts.
What to Expect:
- Lessons tailored to the specific language needs that combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications.
- Varied exercises to reinforce your understanding.
- Clear explanations of language concepts intertwined with scientific examples.
- Opportunities for self-assessment and improvement throughout the course.
- Practical applications of language skills in scientific contexts.