This module of English for academic Purposes is articulated in four units. Unit one deals with academic English and rhetorical functions, unit two with how to avoid plagiarism and applying referencing in academic works. The third and fourth units deals with reading, speaking, listening and writing for academic purposes. The participant will be engaged in different academic contexts involving critical reading and thinking; writing an extended essay, and delivering appropriate public presentations. Units are backed by different activities and assignments.
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This module provides students with skills in written and spoken academic English. In this module, both receptive and productive language skills will be catered for. Students will explore academic structures, develop their knowledge about academic speaking and writing styles, produce academically acceptable pieces of work, and acquire skills that will enable them to become autonomous and lifelong learners.