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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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