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Arizona State University

English Basics: Getting Started and Introductions

Arizona State University via Coursera

Overview

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In this course, you begin building basic English for getting acquainted and participating in simple social conversations. You discuss personal mottos and their significance, expand vocabulary for personal introductions, and practice forming Yes/No and Wh- questions. You also explore the topic of art by discussing personal preferences and opinions, learning art-related vocabulary, and practicing invitations for social activities. Course activities include introduction and conclusion videos, conversations, readings, reading comprehension checks, Language Bite lessons, practice activities, graded quizzes, Conversation Cafe preparation, and listening activities. By working through these activities, you practice using English to introduce yourself, ask and answer questions, share opinions about art, and invite others to take part in social experiences.

Syllabus

  • Getting Acquainted
    • This module focuses on getting acquainted, discussing personal mottos, expanding vocabulary, and practicing how to ask Yes/No and Wh- questions in English conversations.
  • Art
    • This module explores the topic of art, including discussing personal preferences, expanding art-related vocabulary, and learning how to make invitations for social interactions.

Taught by

John Deal, Director ASU Global Launch

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