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Academic Discussions in English
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 25 hours
  • Course by University of California, Irvine
  • Offered by

About

This is the third course in the Learn English: Advanced Speaking and Listening specialization. In this class you will learn about different types of conversations you will have in academic settings. You will also learn some strategies for helping you understand other people's meaning and for helping you express yourself effectively. Learners will record several videos of themselves participating in assigned group discussions with their own friends and upload the videos for peer feedback. While this might seem intimidating, it will be a great opportunity for you to practice and improve your discussion skills. Please note that the free version of this class gives you access to all of the instructional videos and handouts. The peer feedback and quizzes are only available in the paid version.

Modules

Introductions

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Introduce Yourself

2 Videos

  • Welcome
  • Meet the Teacher

1 Readings

  • Important Messages

Important Elements of Conversation

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Discussions Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • Week 1 Introduction
  • Discussions Overview Lecture

Planning and Preparation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Preparing for Discussions Lecture

1 Readings

  • Preparing for Academic Discussions Practice

Starting the Conversation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Getting Started Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Getting Started Lecture

Vocabulary Practice

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Vocabulary Lecture

1 Readings

  • Vocabulary Practice

Discussion Analysis

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Discussion Analysis Practice

1 Discussions

  • How to Make a Video

2 Readings

  • Discussion Analysis Part 1
  • Discussion Analysis Part 2

Graded Assignments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Discussion Assignment Peer Review

1 Discussions

  • Find Others to Do Your Assignment With

1 Readings

  • Discussion Assignment Directions

Elaboration in an Academic Discussion

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Week 2 Introduction
  • Elaboration Lecture

1 Readings

  • Elaboration Activity

Supporting with Examples

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Examples Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Examples Lecture

Going Deeper into Discussion

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Going Deeper Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Going Deeper Lecture

Vocabulary Practice

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Vocabulary Practice

Discussion Analysis

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Discussion Analysis Practice

2 Readings

  • Discussion Analysis Part 1
  • Discussion Analysis Part 2

Graded Assignments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Discussion Assignment Peer Review

1 Discussions

  • Find Others to Do Your Assignment With

1 Readings

  • Discussion Assignment Directions

How to Have a Smooth Discussion

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Interaction Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Interaction Lecture

Constructing Conversation by Building on Ideas

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Constructing Conversation Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Constructing Conversation Lecture

Agree to Disagree

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Agreeing and Disagreeing Practice Activity

1 Videos

  • Agreeing and Disagreeing Lecture

Vocabulary Practice

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Vocabulary Practice

Discussion Analysis

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Discussion Analysis Practice

2 Readings

  • Discussion Analysis Part 1
  • Discussion Analysis Part 2

Graded Assignments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Discussion Assignment Peer Review

1 Discussions

  • Find Others to Do Your Assignment With

1 Readings

  • Discussion Assignment Directions

Synthesis in Conversation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Synthesis Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Synthesis Lecture

Wrapping Up

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Wrapping Up Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Wrapping Up Lecture

Reflecting on the Course

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Reflecting on the Course Practice Activity

1 Videos

  • Reflecting on the Course Lecture

Conversation Analysis and Vocabulary Practice

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Vocabulary Practice

Discussion Analysis

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Discussion Analysis Practice

2 Readings

  • Discussion Analysis Part 1
  • Discussion Analysis Part 2

Graded Assignments

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Discussion Assignment Peer Review

1 Discussions

  • Find Others to Do Your Assignment With

2 Readings

  • Discussion Assignment Directions
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Auto Summary

"Academic Discussions in English" is an advanced course focused on enhancing speaking and listening skills in academic settings. Led by Coursera, it offers comprehensive strategies for understanding and expressing ideas effectively. Learners will engage in group discussions, recording and sharing videos for peer feedback. The course spans 1500 minutes and is available with various subscription options, including Starter, Professional, and Paid. Ideal for those seeking to improve their academic communication skills.

Tamy Chapman
Instructors

Tamy Chapman

Meg Parker
Instructors

Meg Parker

Helen Nam
Instructors

Helen Nam

Brad Gilpin
Instructors

Brad Gilpin