2024 Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
English Presentation Seminar 2
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Jonathan Abel
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - 7-8 Thu
- Class
- -
- Course Code
- LAE.E142
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2024
- Offered quarter
- 2Q
- Syllabus updated
- Mar 14, 2025
- Language
- English
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
All of the "English Presentation Seminar" courses are designed to provide students with the tools to deliver effective presentations with confidence. As these are practice-oriented courses, students will deliver multiple presentations throughout the term. Furthermore, students will sharpen their listening skills by learning how to ask good questions and become active listeners.
As an elective 100-level course, English Presentation Seminar 2 offers the basic skills for delivering well-structured group presentations.
Course description and aims
By the end of this course, students will be able to give individual and group presentations followed by question and answer sessions, applying the skills and knowledge discussed in this course.
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
Improving presentation skills though practical exercises
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Organisation. Structures and their impact. | Planning skills |
| Class 2 | Organisation 2 Making perfect notes. | Planning skills |
| Class 3 | Practice. Visual elements and how to maximize impact. | Speaking in public |
| Class 4 | Practice. Presenting facts and figures. | Speaking in public |
| Class 5 | Asking and answering questions. | Asking and answering efficiently |
| Class 6 | The power of the English language. | Asking and answering efficiently |
| Class 7 | Last practical full presentation. Assessed | Presentation and self-assessment |
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)
Materials provided
Reference books, course materials, etc.
None
Evaluation methods and criteria
Assessment is continuous. there will be a practical test.Class participation 70% Assignments 30%
Related courses
- LAE.E141 ： English Presentation Seminar 1
Prerequisites
None
Other
It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with LAE.E141.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.
In case student enrollment exceeds the class capacity, we may limit the number of students who can take this course. Please make sure to attend the first class and refrain from purchasing text books until after your spot is ensured during the first class.