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What is a key characteristic of effective scientific abstract writing?
What is a key characteristic of effective scientific abstract writing?
Which type of language is emphasized in official letter writing?
Which type of language is emphasized in official letter writing?
What aspect should be considered when drafting a CV?
What aspect should be considered when drafting a CV?
What is the purpose of using the passive voice in official letter writing?
What is the purpose of using the passive voice in official letter writing?
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What challenges are associated with listening skills in academic settings?
What challenges are associated with listening skills in academic settings?
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What is primarily taught in Unit-I of the course?
What is primarily taught in Unit-I of the course?
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Which grammatical category is used to express obligations and responsibilities?
Which grammatical category is used to express obligations and responsibilities?
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Which of the following sentence types is NOT mentioned in Unit-I?
Which of the following sentence types is NOT mentioned in Unit-I?
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What skill is emphasized for academic life in the course?
What skill is emphasized for academic life in the course?
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Which learning outcome focuses on recognizing errors of usage?
Which learning outcome focuses on recognizing errors of usage?
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Which type of text is NOT part of the reading skills introduction in Unit-II?
Which type of text is NOT part of the reading skills introduction in Unit-II?
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In which section of the course is the use of modal verbs primarily discussed?
In which section of the course is the use of modal verbs primarily discussed?
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What is a goal for students regarding their reading skills?
What is a goal for students regarding their reading skills?
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Study Notes
English Communication Course (AECC)
- Course Aim: Help students become familiar with grammar, build confidence in its learn-ability, and make them aware of language's dependence on grammar and its variety.
- Course Structure: Offered under four sections: Grammar, Listening and Speaking, Basics of Reading, Basics of Writing
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Course Learning Outcomes:
- Identify non-standard English usage (written and spoken).
- Recognize and correct usage errors.
- Improve language competence.
- Appreciate regional English variations.
- Speak English confidently and intelligibly.
- Understand the importance of reading for everyday life.
- Develop interest in reading.
- Comprehend unfamiliar texts independently.
- Understand the significance of writing in academics.
- Write simple sentences without grammar/spelling errors.
Unit 1: Basic Grammatical Categories
- Focus: Correctness, error correction, and sentence structure practice.
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Content:
- Simple sentences (using primary auxiliaries).
- Descriptive sentences.
- Expressing possibilities and probabilities (e.g., using can, may).
- Expressing future plans, goals, and declarations (e.g., using shall, will).
- Expressing obligations, duties, and responsibilities (e.g., should, ought, might).
- Expressing possessions (using have, has, had).
- Subject-Verb Agreement, Articles, Modal Verbs, Prepositions.
- Active and Passive Voice.
- Sentence types (Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, Exclamatory).
- Question types (Wh-, Yes/No, Tag).
Unit 2: Reading Skills
- Focus: Different text types and comprehension.
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Content:
- Introduction to various texts (narrative, descriptive, extrapolative).
- Comprehension of different text types.
Unit 3: Writing Skills
- Focus: Technical and academic writing.
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Content:
- Report Writing: News reports, project reports, event reports.
- Academic Writing: Abstracts, proposals, research articles, keywords.
- Focus on effective and concise language.
Unit 4: Official Communication
- Focus: Letter writing and other formal communication.
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Content:
- Official letter writing (format, passive voice).
- Formal English use in official letters.
- Letter types (requests, applications, invitations, etc.).
- Email communication with universities.
- Clear, concise, and suitable language.
- Curriculum Vitae format.
- Importance of listening to unfamiliar dialects, pronunciation, fluency, and short seminar presentations.
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This quiz focuses on the basic grammatical categories essential for mastering English communication. Students will explore correctness, error correction, and sentence structure to enhance their language competence. Engage with key concepts that support effective speaking and writing in English.
