Communication Skills in English

WEEK 1: Communication Skills - An Introduction

Definition and Process of Communication. Types of communication: Formal and Informal, Verbal, Non-verbal, Written, Technical and Business Communication, Barriers to Successful Communication, the 7Cs of Effective Communication.

WEEK 2: Elevating Your Vocabulary

Active and Passive Vocabulary, Etymology, Single-word substitution, Synonyms, Antonyms, Prefixes and Suffixes, Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, Adjectives and Adverbs.

WEEK 3: Refining Grammar Skills

Parts of speech, Subject-Verb agreement, Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Pronouns, Modal Verbs, Wh- Questions, Yes/No Questions, Common errors.

WEEK 4: Listening Skills

Active Listening, Hearing vs Listening, Listening to Short Lecture, Recipe, Telephone conversation, Interview, Self-Introduction, Description of Objects.

WEEK 5: Speaking Skills

Self-Introduction, Talking about the Past, Just a Minute, Picture Description, Role Plays, Interview Skills, Oral Presentation, Group Discussion.

WEEK 6: Reading Skills

Reading Strategies, Skimming and Scanning, Reading Poetry, Extracts from Fiction, Reading Comprehension Techniques, Pre-While-Post Reading Techniques, Inference and Summarising

WEEK 7: Writing Skills

Writing Letters, Paragraphs, Reports, Essays, E-mails, Notices, Minutes of a Meeting, Job Application, CV/Resume writing, Correspondence, Business and Official, Notices (including Press Release).

WEEK 8: Soft Skills for Professional Excellence

Soft Skills and Hard Skills. Importance of Soft Skills and Etiquette, Life skills, Adaptability, Empathy, Problem Solving, Decision-Making Skills, Critical Thinking and Creativity, Leadership and Teamwork, Time Management.