Foundations of English: Building Blocks for Effective Communication
Overview
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Description
The course ‘Foundations of English – Building Blocks for Effective Communication’ provides essential skills for mastering the English language. Participants will learn fundamental grammar, vocabulary, and communication techniques, equipping them to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English. This course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their English proficiency for personal, academic, or professional purposes.
Course Content
Unit 1: Introduction to English language
- Brief history and evolution of the English language
- Major varieties and dialects of English worldwide
Unit 2: Parts of speech
- Nouns and pronouns
- Verbs and adjectives
- Adverbs and other parts of speech
- Functions and usage in sentences
Unit 3: Sentence structure
- Basic sentence types
- Sentence components
Unit 4: Grammar essentials
- Subject-verb agreement
- Pluralisation and possessives
- Tenses
Unit 5: Vocabulary expansion
- Strategies for learning new words
- Synonyms, antonyms and context clues
Unit 6: Effective reading strategies
- Skimming and scanning techniques
- Identifying main ideas and supporting details
Unit 7: Writing fundamentals
- Prewriting techniques
- Constructing coherent paragraphs and essays
- Common writing errors and how to avoid them
Unit 8: Communication skills
- Speaking confidently in different settings
- Active listening and understanding others
Unit 9: Introduction to punctuation
- Proper use of commas, semicolons, and colons
- Active listening and understanding others
Accreditation
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
