306846 (v.2) English Communication 062

Area:

Curtin Sarawak

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

5.0

Tutorial:

1 x 2.5 Hours Weekly

Workshop:

1 x 2.5 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Develops language, study skills and confidence in approaching and critically responding to a variety of written and audiovisual discourse forms. The importance of organising ideas and planning before responding - working through the transition of thinking in the first language to thinking in English.

Unit Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to - write proficient argumentative essays, research appropriate topics and write an extended essay demonstrating - critical and original thinking, in-text and end-of-text referencing skills, quotation skills. Effectively use tools such as brainstorming and planning. Demonstrate independent learning skills at a level appropriate to tertiary education. Develop communication skills both verbal and written in English. Use the computer to submit and retrieve assignments.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

English Dictionary. ABC Radio National; The Health Report -Anger Kills, 7/4/1997. Beebe, S. A. and Beebe, S.J., (2000), Public Speaking, An Audience Centered Approach, 4th ed, Allyn and Bacon. Beglar, D. and Murray, N., (1993), Contemporary Topics, Advanced Listening Comprehension, Longman Lecture Series. ABC Radio National, The Health Report - Family Conflict, 1/7/1996. Numrich, C, (1994), Raise The Issues - An Integrated Approach to Critical Thinking, (Audio cassette and book).

Unit Texts:

Veit, R, Christopher G, and John, C. (001), Writing, Reading and Research, 5th ed, MacMillan Publishing Company. New York.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assessment (1) 10%, Assessment (2) 15%, Assessment (3), 25%, Examination 40%, Participation 10%.

Field of Education:

91500 Language and Literature (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

Not Online

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

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