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Overview
This Learn English - Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with University of California Irvine covers the listening and speaking skills that non-native English-speaking students need to be successful in English-speaking colleges and universities.
Key facts
- Native English-speaking students who would like to increase their chances of success in university courses will also benefit as well anyone interested in improving their listening comprehension skills.
- You will learn how to listen to class lectures and take notes more effectively. You will also improve your speaking skills for common tasks such as class discussions and presentations. In the capstone, you will create a video presentation on an academic topic.
Skills You Will Gain:
- Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Collaboration
- Communication Strategies
- Active Listening
- Learning Strategies
- Public Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Planning
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Presentations
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Academic Listening and Note-Taking
- Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen
- Academic Discussions in English
- Advanced Speaking and Listening Project
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Intermediate level
- Some related experience required
Tuition Fees
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Additional Details
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.
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