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Name of Course/Module: English for Technologists Course Code: LX001-3-3-EFT Name(s) of academic staff: Haryati How & Sharen Kaur Rationale for the inclusion of the course/module in the programme: Refer to Programme Specification Semester and Year offered: Level 3 Total Student Learning Time Face to Face Total Guided and Independent (SLT) Learning L = Lecture L T P O 120 T = Tutorial 20 20 P = Practical O= Others Credit Value: 3 Prerequisite (if any): TOEIC score Objectives: The objective of this module is to: 1. Contribute to the achievement of the Learning Outcomes specified for the students award at Level 3 2. Enable students to develop their knowledge and skills in relation to Technical English 3. Develop the ability of students to critically apply the knowledge they gain in relation to the study of Technical English 4. Further develop lifelong learning skills of independent learning and study by applying skills learned in Technical English 5. Enable students to develop their ability to: Critically Analyse written and aural inputs Interactively work in teams and use technology effectively in presentations Gain and contribute to knowledge of Technical English

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Communicate effectively and persuasively in target language

Learning outcomes: On successful completion of this module, you should be able to: 1. Work co-operatively and/or autonomously according to the task set. (MQF3, MQF5) 2. Critically evaluate range of written and aural inputs in general and professional communication environments and respond appropriately in spoken and written form. (MQF1, MQF2) 3. Apply theoretical knowledge and practical communication skills in realistic general and professional situations. (MQF2, MQF3, MQF4) MQF Learning Outcome Area MQF1 - Innovation, Knowledge and critical thinking skills MQF2 - Practical skills MQF3 - Social skills & responsibilities MQF4 - Values, attitudes, professionalism and ethics MQF5 - Communications, leadership and team skills MQF6 - Problem solving skills MQF7 - Research, Information management and lifelong learning skills MQF8 - Managerial & entrepreneurial skills

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Transferable Skills: The following employability skills are developed (D) and/or assessed (A): Team working (D, A), Leadership (D), Presentational (D, A), Ethical (D), Analytical (D, A), ICT (D, A), Critical Thinking (D, A), Problem Solving (D, A), Learning (D , A), Creativity (D, A), Innovation (D), Ingenuity (D, A), Reflection (D, A), Enquiry (D, A), Imagination (D, A) Teaching-learning and assessment strategy: 1. Weekly 2 hours tutorials student-centred teaching method is used to provide a comprehensive language structure in four main modules; writing, reading, listening and speaking. 2. Weekly 2 hours lessons emphasis on active participation rather than passive observation. 3. Sessions contain practical activities pair work, group work, presentations

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Synopsis: The English for Technologists course is designed to provide Technical English language support to EFREI students in order for them to better cope with the other technical main stream courses. In this course, students are taught the four technical English language components; Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking, that not only build their study skills, but also improve on the employability skills due to the student-centred approach activities in each lesson. On top of that, students are groomed to be better public speakers through the speaking presentation in the Speaking component.

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Mode of Delivery: Lecture & Tutorial Assessment Methods and Types - In-course assessments: 30% Writing, 30% Reading, 20% Listening & 20% Speaking Mapping of the course/module to the Programme Aims : Refer to the Programme Specification Mapping of the course/module to the Programme Learning Outcomes: Refer to the Programme Specification

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Content outline of the course/module and the SLT per topic: Listening Skills - Listen based on themes related to IT and world of work. Speaking Skills Present key ideas and expressions for exchanging information. Helps learners to sound more natural in speaking English.

Reading Skills Scan articles, texts, etc, in own or related areas of study to form comprehension about their relevance and usefulness at moderate speed. Extract relevant information and grasp main topics of texts.

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Write technical reports, summary, processes, and essays based on relevant themes given. Main references supporting the course Additional references supporting the course Recommended textbooks: - Oxford English for Technology, 2nd Edition, Glendinning & McEwan - Oxford English for Technology, 2nd Edition Glendinning & McEwan (Teachers Book) Additional References: - Professional English in Use, ICT for Computers and Internet, Marco & Remacha - Infotech, English for Computer Users, 4th Edition, Ramacha & Esteras

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