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IFY 32 - Listening and Speaking II

Listening and Speaking II focuses on the comprehension of oral lectures in a variety of liberal arts disciplines.  You will learn how to be prepared for lectures, how to listen better during lectures, and how to recognize what you missed in a lecture.  There is a strong emphasis on note-taking strategies and class discussion on the lecture.  Wherever possible, recordings of authentic university lectures will be used.  Speaking focuses on the clear pronunciation of common words and phrases and continues the development of English pronunciation patterns of stress and intonation.  Students will practice English speaking skills in different settings utilizing a variety of online and interactive tools through classroom activities, debates and presentations. Pre-requisite: Appropriate English language proficiency.

Prerequisites: Enrollment is restricted to students in the International Study Center program.

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credits: 3