SYLLABUS TYPES. Cases
Case 1
think of two possible syllabus types
Course Title: Advanced Academic Writing
Target Audience: Graduate students in humanities and social sciences
Needs: Students need to improve their accuracy in academic writing to meet the standards of their disciplines.
Overall Aim: To enhance students' understanding and application of complex structures in written academic English.
Learning Outcomes:
- to identify and correct common grammatical errors in their writing.
- to use advanced structures in context.
- to produce a polished academic paper with minimal errors.
Case 2
think of two possible syllabus types
Course Title: English for Professional Communication
Target Audience: Young professionals entering the corporate world
Needs: Learners require effective communication skills for networking, presentations, and meetings in an international business environment.
Overall Aim: To equip students with functional language skills necessary for various professional contexts.
Learning Outcomes:
- to conduct effective business meetings using appropriate phrases and vocabulary.
- to write professional emails and reports.
- to role-play networking scenarios, effectively introducing themselves and engaging in small talk.
Case 3
think of two possible syllabus types
Course Title: Real-Life English
Target Audience: Intermediate English learners preparing for travel or study abroad
Needs: Learners need practical language skills to navigate real-life situations while traveling or studying in an English-speaking country.
Overall Aim: To develop language skills through authentic tasks that mimic real-life scenarios.
Learning Outcomes:
- to communicate confidently while traveling: to book accommodations, to order food, to ask for directions using appropriate language.
- to solve problems related to travel scenarios, demonstrating effective communication strategies.
- to reflect on their performance and identify areas for improvement.
Case 4
think of two possible syllabus types
Course Title: English Through Environmental Studies
Target Audience: University students majoring in environmental science
Needs: Students need to improve their English language skills while studying content relevant to their field.
Overall Aim: To enhance students' language proficiency through the exploration of environmental issues and vocabulary.
Learning Outcomes:
- to understand and discuss key concepts in environmental science using appropriate terminology.
- to read and analyze academic texts on environmental topics, summarizing key points in English.
- to present research findings on environmental issues.
Case 5
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Course Title: English Listening and Speaking Skills for Healthcare Professionals
Target Audience: Non-native English speakers working in healthcare settings
Needs: Learners require improved listening and speaking skills to interact effectively with patients and colleagues.
Overall Aim: To develop specific listening and speaking skills necessary for effective communication in healthcare environments.
Learning Outcomes:
- to interpret accurately patient symptoms and concerns during role-play scenarios.
- to engage in dialogues with patients, employing appropriate medical terminology and empathetic language.
- to demonstrate active listening skills by summarizing patient information accurately.
Case 6
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Course Title: English Literary Analysis and Interpretation
Target Audience: Undergraduate students majoring in English Literature
Needs: Students need to develop critical reading and analytical skills while engaging with a variety of literary texts.
Overall Aim: To enhance students' ability to analyze and interpret literary works through close reading and textual analysis.
Learning Outcomes:
- to analyze key themes, characters, and narrative techniques in selected texts.
- to engage in discussions that critically evaluate the socio-cultural contexts of the literature studied.
Case 7
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Course Title: English Language Proficiency Exam Preparation
Target Audience: Undergraduate students preparing for English proficiency exams (e.g., IELTS)
Needs: Students require targeted practice and strategies to improve their performance on reading, writing, listening, and speaking sections of exams.
Overall Aim: To equip students with the skills and strategies necessary to achieve their desired scores on English language proficiency exams.
Learning Outcomes:
- to improve reading comprehension skills through practice with academic texts.
- to produce written responses that meet the requirements of the exam format.
- to engage effectively in listening exercises and speaking tasks that mirror exam conditions.