English and Communication Skills Syllabus PDF

# English and Communication Skills- ## Semester-I ### (Diploma Courses) **Syllabus Document** **Effective from Academic Year 2024-25** ## Credit Scheme **English and Communication Skills-1 (Sem-I)** ### Semester - I | Sl. No. | Course Code | Course Name | Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | Tot...

# English and Communication Skills- ## Semester-I ### (Diploma Courses) **Syllabus Document** **Effective from Academic Year 2024-25** ## Credit Scheme **English and Communication Skills-1 (Sem-I)** ### Semester - I | Sl. No. | Course Code | Course Name | Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | Total Credits | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | ECS AEC 101 | English and Communication Skills - I | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | | Total | - | - | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | **Course Title:** English and Communication Skills - I **Type of Course:** Academic Enhancement **Level of Course:** 3.5 **Delivering Sub type of the course:** Course (AEC) **Course Code:** ECS AEC 101 **No. of Credits:** 2 **L-T-P:** 2-0-0 **Learning Hours:** 30 **Pre-requisite course code and title (if any):** NA **Department:** Department of English **Program Name:** All Diploma Programs ## Course Description/Syllabus In today's globalized world, English has emerged as the international language of business and communication. Mastery of English is essential for a range of professional activities including job interviews, email correspondence, project report preparation, and interactions with international clients. This English Communication Skills course is designed for students who have completed their 10th or 12th Standard English education and seek to enhance their English proficiency. The course provides a comprehensive review of English fundamentals while building a solid foundation in the core skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Through a variety of interactive methods such as pair work, group activities, classroom discussions, and presentations, students will practice and refine their communication abilities. In addition to developing technical language skills, the course emphasizes collaborative activities that foster essential life skills including teamwork, critical thinking, decision-making, and creative problem-solving. These competencies are not only pivotal for business success but also contribute to personal growth and fulfillment. The course aim at strengthening the English communication skills and prepare the students for a successful future in any field. ## Course Objectives **Listening Skills:** Students will: * Listen actively and * Respond * Follow instructions * Ask for clarification, and participate in discussions **Speaking Skills:** Students will: * Speak clearly with little hesitation * Talk about themselves * Participate in peer / group interaction **Reading Skills:** Students will: * Recognize words-in-context * Read short texts independently * Build vocabulary by reading **Writing Skills:** Students will: * Write correctly with the correct sentence structure * Complete basic bio-data forms ## Module/Unit | Course Content | Topic | L | T | P | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Module: I | Introduction to Communication | Basics of Communication | 04 | 0 | 0 | | | | Process of Communication | | | | | | | Types/methods of Communication (Verbal, Non -Verbal &Visual) | | | | | | | Barriers to Communication | | | | | | | Ways of Effective Communication | | | | | Module:2 | Speaking Skills | Self-Introduction/ Introduce oneself (Family, Hobbies, Career etc.) | 08 | 0 | 0 | | | | Introducing Others/ Classmates | | | | | | | Simple Classroom Conversations | | | | | | | Contextual Vocabulary for Classroom Conversations | | | | | Module:3 | Listening Skills | Introduction to Listening | 06 | 0 | 0 | | | | Active and Passive Listening (Listening and Hearing) | | | | | | | Effective Listening | | | | | | | Listening to short recorded conversations | | | | | | | Listening to Motivational Talks on Goals | | | | | Module:4 | Reading Skills | Introduction to the genres of reading texts (Poems, Essays, Short Stories, Fables, Novels, Plays) | 06 | 0 | 0 | | | | Skimming and Scanning | | | | | | | Reading Comprehension | | | | | | | Excerpts from The Gift of Magi by O' Henry, The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost, Julius Ceasar by William Shakespeare, Dune by Frank Herbert, The Hare and the Tortoise from Aesop's Fables | | | | | Module:5 | Writing Skills | Basics of Grammar. (Tenses, Parts of Speech) | 06 | 0 | 0 | | | | Sentence Structure | | | | | | | Basic Puntuation Mechanics | | | | | | | Filling Basic Bio Data Forms | | | | ## Evaluation Criteria 1. Continuous Evaluation: 100 marks * Attendance and Class Participation: 10 * LSRW Skills Assignments (Oral and Written): 40 * Mid-Term Examination: 50 * Total = 100 marks (30% of Continuous Evaluation) 2. Scheme of End Semester Examination: 100 marks (70% of End-term Examination) **Note: 30% of Continuous Evaluation + 70% of End-Term Exam = 100** ## Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to: * Demonstrate effective communicative skills at an elementary level including greetings, introductions, and personal information * Understand and use common classroom English * Understand concepts of effective communication and barriers to communication * Ask and answer questions about family, home, hobbies, and careers * Give short self-introductions * Understand and use simple/continuous present tense, simple past tense, and future tense forms * Talk about making plans and future career goals * Listen and understand for general and specific information * Identify different genres of writing * Use the reading strategies of skimming, scanning, and guessing vocabulary from context * Write recognizable short sentences using correct vocabulary, verb tenses, and grammatical structures * Complete simple biodata forms * Engage in role-plays and discussions to practice real-life language situations and develop conversational abilities ## Hyperlinks of Suggested e-Resources: **Hyperlinks of suggested e-Resources on the Web:** 1. https://pressbooks.pub/umcoms101/chapter/chapter-1-introduction-to-communication/ 2. https://ecampusontario.pressbooks.pub/profcominsontario/chapter/module-overview-2/ 3. https://wikieducator.org/INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION 4. https://www.mlsu.ac.in/econtents/2293_Process%20of%20Communication.pdf 5. https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/catalogs/tip-sheets/effective-communication-barriers-and-strategies 6. https://open.lib.umn.edu/principlesmanagement/chapter/12-4-communication-barriers/ 7. https://www.butte.edu/departments/cas/tipsheets/readingstrategies/skimming_scanning.html#:~:text=Skimming%20is%20reading%20rapidly%20in,you%20locate%20a%20particular%20fact. 8. https://www.utc.edu/enrollment-management-and-student-affairs/center-for-academic-support-and-advisement/tips-for-academic-success/skimming 9. https://www.revolutionlearning.co.uk/article/what-is-effective-listening/ 10. https://www.grammarly.com/blog/sentence-structure/#:~:text=Sentence%20structure%20is%20the%20order,the%20use%20of%20proper%20grammar. ## Pedagogy and Teaching Methodology The English communication program is designed with a clear pedagogical focus on developing effective language skills, fostering motivation, and creating opportunities for extensive language use. The teaching methodology emphasizes a student-centric approach over a traditional teacher-centric model. In this approach, the classroom environment is structured to be more interactive and cooperative, providing students with opportunities to engage in meaningful expression and conversation with their peers. At this stage of the program, the primary pedagogical aim is to enhance students' fluency in English, with a gradual shift towards achieving grammatical accuracy as they advance. The syllabus reflects this aim by prioritizing communication skills over the mere instruction of language structures. This is achieved through a range of small-scale exercises and projects that promote self-directed learning and regular practice. Weekly feedback from faculty supports this process, helping students refine their skills and apply them in real-world contexts. ## Overall, the objectives of the program are centered on building fundamental communication abilities, developing a basic understanding of grammar, and expanding vocabulary for everyday use. The methodology supports these objectives by encouraging active participation, collaborative learning, and continuous improvement through practical, engaging activities. ## Required Textbooks * Excerpts from The Gift of Magi by O' Henry, The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost, Julius Ceasar by William Shakespeare, Dune by Frank Herbert, The Hare and the Tortoise from Aesop's Fables * The Gift of Magi by O' Henry. https://americanenglish.state.gov/files/ae/resource_files/1-the_gift_of_the_magi_0.pdf ## Recommended Readings: * Mohan, Krishna, and Meera Banerji. Developing Communication Skills. Macmillan India Ltd., 2012. * N.K. Rani, Mohanraj, and J. Babblleapati. Speak Well. Orient Longman, 2012. * Koneru, Aruna. Professional Communication. Tata McGraw-Hill Education, 2010. * Bansal, R.K., and J.B. Harrison. Spoken English. Orient Longman, 2006. * Gangal, J.K. Practical Course in Spoken English. PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd., 2012. * Rajendra, Paul. Essentials of Business English. Sultan Chand & Sons, 2008. * Krizan, Anita, et al. Effective Business Communication. Cengage Learning, 2010. * Penrose, Annette, et al. Business Communication for Managers. Cengage Learning, 2009. * Anderson, Marilyn, Pramod K. Nayar, and Madhuchandra Sen. Critical Thinking, Academic Writing and Presentation Skills. Pearson, 2010. * Mohan, Krishna, and Meenakshi Raman. Effective English Communication. McGraw-Hill Education, 2000. * Mishra, Veerendra, et al. English Language Skills: A Practical Approach. Cambridge University Press, 2020. ## Journals * Relevant sources will be shared with the students during the course. ## Additional information (if any) The examination for this course will exclusively consist of activities of LSRW Skills and the theory-based question papers will be provided at the time of Mid Term and End of Semester Examination.