Course Summary
This capstone course focuses on developing English speaking and listening skills for learners who have already studied English at an intermediate level.Key Learning Points
- Emphasis on practicing spoken English in real-life situations
- Exposure to a variety of English accents
- Development of listening skills through authentic materials
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $44,000 - $75,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,50,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €35,000
- USA: $44,000 - $75,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,50,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €35,000
- USA: $30,000 - $87,000
- India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 6,00,000
- Spain: €15,000 - €30,000
- USA: $44,000 - $75,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 7,50,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €35,000
- USA: $30,000 - $87,000
- India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 6,00,000
- Spain: €15,000 - €30,000
- USA: $24,000 - $50,000
- India: INR 1,50,000 - INR 4,50,000
- Spain: €12,000 - €25,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in various situations
- Improved listening skills and comprehension of different accents
- Confidence in using English in a professional setting
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Intermediate level of English proficiency
- Access to internet and a computer or mobile device
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- English for Career Development
- Business English: Networking
Notable People in This Field
- Professor of Global Englishes
- Linguist and Author
Related Books
Description
Learners will present a well-organized academic speech on a topic in an academic field of the learner's choice. The learner will need to recall all of the skills learned in the previous three courses and complete several steps to complete the project. The learner will choose an academic topic and will then need to do some research, interview a couple of experts in the field, create visual elements, and record a video of the presentation. The presenter will use techniques for preparing and practicing a presentation and demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal skills. Doing this will help prepare you for presentations in school or work.
Outline
- Introduction
- Messages
- The Capstone Assignment
- Choose Your Topic
- Background Information
- Resource for Topics
- The Interviews
- Write Interview Questions
- Interview Some Experts
- Resources for Interviewing
- The Plan
- Evaluate the Interview Data
- Make an Outline
- Resources for Planning Your Presentation
- Find or Create Images
- Create a PowerPoint or Other Visuals
- Create a PowerPoint or Other Visual
- Resources for Creating Visuals
- Practice Presenting
- Practice Your Presentation
- Resources for Preparing
- Making Videos
- Submit Your Project
- Record the Final Presentation
- Listening and Note-Taking Strategies
- Learn More
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the art of speaking and listening with the Speaking and Listening Capstone course on Coursera. This course has received positive reviews from many users. The course covers various aspects of speaking and listening skills such as effective communication, active listening, and public speaking. One key aspect that many users found good was the interactive nature of the course.Pros from User Reviews
- Interactive and engaging course content
- Practical tips and techniques for effective communication
- Excellent feedback from the instructors
- Flexible learning schedule
- Opportunity to apply learned skills in real-life scenarios
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic
- The course may not be suitable for advanced learners
- Some users reported technical problems with the learning platform
- The course may not be relevant to certain professions or industries
- No certification or accreditation provided upon course completion
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