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General Academic English

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Do you want to read and write better in English? Welcome to our course. The course consists of 6 units with different topics: art, man and nature, social issues, engineering and technology, psychology, economics and management. From this course, you will have a good knowledge of general academic English learning skills. We invite you to learn with our teachers and friends from different countries in the videos. Are you ready? Let’s go!

Outline

Art
1. Introduction
2. Listening
3. Group Discussion
4. Topic and Text
5. Vocabulary
6. Academic Writing
7. Skills Power Station
8. Student Research Project
9. Summary
Test 1-2
Test 1-3
Test 1-6
Test 1-8

Man and Nature
1. Introduction
2. Listening
3. Group Discussion
4. Topic and Text
5. Vocabulary
6. Academic Writing
7. Skills Power Station
8. Student Research Project
9. Summary
Test 2-2
Test 2-3
Test 2-6
Test 2-8

Social Issues
1. Introduction
2. Listening
3. Group Discussion
4. Topic and Text 1
4. Topic and Text 2
5. Vocabulary
6. Academic Writing
7. Skills Power Station
8. Student Research Project
9. Summary
Test 3-2
Test 3-3
Test 3-6
Test 3-8

Engineering and Technology
1. Introduction
2. Listening
3. Group Discussion
4. Topic and Text 1
4. Topic and Text 2
5. Vocabulary
6. Academic Writing
7. Skills Power Station
8. Student Research Project
9. Summary
Test 4-2
Test 4-3
Test 4-6
Test 4-8

Psychology
1. Introduction
2. Listening
3. Group Discussion
4. Topic and Text 1
4. Topic and Text 2
5. Vocabulary
6. Academic Writing
7. Skills Power Station
8. Student Research Project
9. Summary
Test 5-2
Test 5-3
Test 5-6
Test 5-8

Economics and Management
1. Introduction
2. Listening
3. Group Discussion
4. Topic and Text 1
4. Topic and Text 2
5. Vocabulary
6. Academic Writing
7. Skills Power Station
8. Student Research Project
9. Summary
Test 6-2
Test 6-3
Test 6-6
Test 6-8

Final Test
Vocabulary and Structure 1
Vocabulary and Structure 2

Summary of User Reviews

The General Academic English course on Coursera has received high praise from users for its comprehensive approach to teaching English language skills.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users have praised the course for its emphasis on developing critical thinking skills and academic writing abilities.

Pros from User Reviews

Well-structured lessons and assignments
Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
Useful feedback and support for learners
Opportunities to practice speaking and listening skills

Cons from User Reviews

Some users have reported technical issues with the online platform
The course can be challenging for those with limited English proficiency
The workload can be demanding for those with busy schedules

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