2020 Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
Academic Presentation in English 13 1
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Susan Adams Yamada
- Class Format
- Exercise (Zoom)
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - 7-8 Mon (W332)
- Class
- 1
- Course Code
- LAE.E441
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2020
- Offered quarter
- 1Q
- Syllabus updated
- Jul 10, 2025
- Language
- English
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
This course offers trainings in presentation skills for a variety of academic settings. Through practices, students will gain knowledge of how to apply these skills effectively to their presentations, have confidence in tackling real-life situations. Students will receive constructive feedback from the instructor, who would help students develop successful strategies toward presenting ideas in a clear manner. Moreover, as audience, students will improve their listening skills by learning to ask insightful and stimulating questions to their colleagues.
As a 400-level elective course, Academic Presentation in English 13 equips graduate students with the necessary tools to deliver well-informed presentations.
Course description and aims
By the end of this course, students will be able to deliver individual presentations at academic settings, being aware of verbal and non-verbal messages while engaging the audience, followed by a question and answer session, fielding questions from the audience.
Keywords
Presentation skills, listening skills, communication skills
Competencies
- Specialist skills
- Intercultural skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Practical and/or problem-solving skills
Class flow
For each class, students are expected to complete the homework in advance and actively participate in class discussions. Students will deliver a presentation after every unit, followed by a Q&A session, receiving feedback back from their colleagues and instructor. (Note: Syllabus is subject to change based on the level, needs, and actual number of students.)
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Introduction to course Preparing to present Ch. 1: Opening and closing | Identifying course aims. Preparing to present the opening and closing sections. |
| Class 2 | Ch. 1: Opening and closing | Preparing to present the opening and closing sections. |
| Class 3 | Presentation (Ch. 1) Ch. 2: Smooth structure | Delivering an effective presentation. Creating a smooth presentation structure. |
| Class 4 | Ch. 2: Smooth structure | Creating a smooth presentation structure. |
| Class 5 | Presentation (Ch. 2) Ch. 3: Voice power | Delivering an effective presentation. Controlling your vocal tone, pace, and delivery. |
| Class 6 | Presentation (Ch. 3) Ch. 6: Body language | Demonstrating good body language. |
| Class 7 | Final Presentation | Presenting facts and figures to enhance your credibility. Delivering an effective presentation. |
Study advice (preparation and review)
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
Textbook(s)
Powell, Mark. 2010. Dynamic Presentations (Cambridge Business Skills). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. (ISBN: 978-0-521-15004-0)
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Additional reading materials may be assigned.
Evaluation methods and criteria
Class Participation and Attendance, 25%
Homework and In-class Assignments,15%
Presentations, 30%
Final Project: Final Presentation and Paper, 30%
Related courses
- LAE.E442 ： Academic Presentation in English 14
Prerequisites
None
Other
It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with LAE.E442 (Academic Presentation in English 14).
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.