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Beyond the Basics: Advanced Conversation and Fluency

Course ID: COM-3711Z3
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Find the tools and techniques you need to participate with confidence in English conversation across a variety of real-life scenarios. Through immersive activities, interactive discussions, and practical exercises, students will develop the fluency, vocabulary, and cultural awareness necessary to communicate in a wide variety of situations. Lessons focus on topics such as idiomatic expressions, expressing opinions, interacting in culturally appropriate ways, giving advice, and the use of humor. Are you looking for a fun, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere to practice English conversation? This is the place!

Course Objectives

demonstrate an understanding of oral communication skills as evidenced by participation in discussion activities.

make use of knowledge of US American culture and customs as they pertain to oral communication.

Outline of instruction

Stating and comprehending biographical and family Information; stating plans for the future.

Describing one's current or future job; making cultural comparisons between native country and the US.

Discussing current events; polite disagreement.

Seeking out/giving advice; avoiding commitments; sympathizing with the problems of others.

Describing personal accomplishments; paraphrasing.

Taking and defending a stand on a current issue.

Comparing/contrasting humor in native country with humor in the US; identifying sarcasm and exaggeration.

Student presentations and feedback.

Contact Hours

CEUs

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

None

CE or CU Articulation

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

Textbook subject to change. Please click on DETAILS above to see the most up-to-date textbook requirement.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

80% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is designed for non-native English speakers who would like to improve their ability to participate effectively in social and professional discourse.