ELIUP 074 - Exploring Contemporary Issues

4-5 CR

Course integrates instruction in speaking and listening skills through the exploration of contemporary topics. High interest topics are selected and current articles, videos and/or guest speakers are used to introduce new language and improve students’ skills. Students work in teams to “present” their topics in class.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the ELI program.

Course Outcomes

Analyze, paraphrase, and summarize current events in conversation.
Clearly express and support an opinion.
Synthesize information from a variety of sources.
Share ideas and organize, divide, and complete tasks as part of a team.
Recognize audience expectations and level of knowledge.
Prepare and deliver an effective lengthy presentation.
Take notes on main ideas and details from a listening, and use them to answer questions.
Evaluate the effectiveness of a presentation.

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