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English for International Academic Communication (国际学术交流英语)

Jilin University via XuetangX

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Overview

Specially designed for undergraduates and postgraduates, this course aims to equip learners with practical skills necessary for communicating effectively in English under academic context.

There are 6 units in this course:

• Preparation for International Conference

• International Letter Exchange

• Abstract Writing

• Conference Presentation

• Question and Answer Session

• Curriculum Vitae and Personal Statement


After learning, you will be able to

• get a basic understanding of international academic communication,

• expand linguistic repertoire for various international academic communication settings,

•    enhance the overall communicative competence in English,

•    develop effective strategies in international academic communication, and

•  be prepared to participate in various academic exchanges and cooperation.


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Syllabus

  • Unit 1 Preparation for International Conference
    • 1.1 Various Kinds of Meetings
    • 1.2 Conference Organization and Principal Activities
    • 1.3 Sources for Academic Conference Information
    • 1.4 Conference Notice
    • 1.5 Call for Papers
  • Unit 2 International Letter Exchange
    • 2.1 Principles for Business Letter Writing
    • 2.2 Elements and Formats of Business Letter (I)
    • 2.2 Elements and Formats of Business Letter (II)
    • 2.3 Invitation Letter for International Conferences
    • 2. 4 Reply to Letter of Invitation
    • 2. 5 Cover Letter for Submission of Papers
    • 2. 6 Application Letter for Joining an Academic Program
  • Unit 3 Abstract Writing
    • 3.1 Abstract: Definition and Function
    • 3.2 Types of Abstract
    • 3.3 Components of an Abstract
    • 3.4 Qualities of a Good Abstract
    • 3.5 Steps to Write an Abstract
  • Unit 4 Conference Presentation
    • 4.1 Four Knows before Your Presentation
    • 4.2 Structure of a Presentation-- Introduction
    • 4.3 Structure of a Presentation-- Body (I)
    • 4.3 Structure of a Presentation-- Body (II)
    • 4.4 Structure of a Presentation--Conclusion
    • 4.5 Use of Notes in a Presentation (I)
    • 4.5 Use of Notes in a Presentation (II)
    • 4.6 Types of Visual Aids
    • 4.7 Guidelines for Effective Use of PowerPoint
    • 4.8 Coping with Presentation Anxiety
  • Unit 5 Q&A Session
    • 5.1 Types of Questions
    • 5.2 Steps of Asking Questions in a Q&A Session
    • 5.3 Steps of Answering Questions in a Q&A Session
    • 5.4 General Techniques for an Effective Q&A Session
  • Unit 6 CV and PS
    • 6.1 What to Include in a CV
    • 6.2 Gapping, Parallelism and Action Verbs
    • 6.3 Tips for a Successful CV
    • 6.4 Differences between CV and Resume
    • 6.5 Personal Statement: Definition and Function
    • 6.6 What to Include in a PS
    • 6.7 Tips for a Great Personal Statement
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    Taught by

    Xiaojun Liang

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