Tuesday, 12 June 2012

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Description
This course is aimed at preparing students to meet the demands of their respective disciplines. This is achieved by training students to employ the language skills and strategies necessary to carry out their academic tasks.

Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. read and respond to academic texts
2. conduct literature search on topics selected
3. plan and write an outline for a written assignment
4. write a text of an academic nature
5. communicate effectively during group discussions

Assessment
On-going Assessment (60%)

  • A written assignment (450-700 words)     30%
  • Group discussion                                      20% 
  • On-line assignments                                  10%
Final Examination (40%)
  • Reading                                                    20%
  • Writing (300-400 words)                          20%
Prescribed Text
Michael, G.R.D. et al. (2010) EAP Crossing Borders. Petaling Jaya: Longman, Pearson.

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