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Academic Listening and Note-Taking
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 32 hours
  • Course by University of California, Irvine
  • Offered by

About

This course will help non-native English speakers improve their listening and note-taking skills for the purpose of listening to academic lectures. You will learn techniques for improving your understanding and skills for taking more effective notes, and you will get lots of practice in using these. If you're planning to attend college classes in English, then this class is for you. Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Understand and follow a lecture 2. Take better lecture notes 3. Discuss courses with classmates and professors 4. Give an effective academic presentation 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

  • Introductions

2 Videos

  • Course Introduction
  • Meet the Teachers

1 Readings

  • Being Respectful

Tips to Improve Listening and Note Taking

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Note-Taking Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • Week 1 Introduction
  • Listening Introduction

2 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives
  • Note Taking Lesson

The Cornell Note-Taking Method

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Cornell Note-Taking Practice Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Independent Note-Taking Practice

2 Videos

  • Cornell Note-Taking Lecture
  • Note Taking Demonstration

3 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives
  • Resources on Note Taking
  • Lecture Objectives

Note-Taking Shortcuts

    • 5 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Listening and Note-Taking Practice Quiz

5 Readings

  • Lesson Objectives
  • Symbols and Abbreviations Lecture
  • Note Taking Symbols
  • Lecture and Note-Taking Practice 1
  • Check Your Answers

Graded Assignments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Note-Taking 1 Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Note-Taking Assignment 1

1 Readings

  • Note-Taking Assignment 1 Instructions

Listening Strategies

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Listening Strategies Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Week 2 Introduction

3 Readings

  • Listening Strategies Lecture and Practice
  • Lecture and Note-Taking Practice 2
  • Check Your Answers

Language Cues

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Language Cues Practice Quiz
  • Listening and Note-Taking Practice Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Independent Note-Taking Practice

2 Readings

  • Language Cues Lecture
  • Common Language Cues in Lectures Handout

Listening to the Course Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Check Your Understanding Practice Quiz
  • Listening to Introductions Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Listening to Introductions Lecture

1 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives

Graded Assignments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Note-Taking 2 Graded Quiz
  • Language Cues Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Note-Taking Assignment 2

1 Readings

  • Note-Taking Assignment 2 Instructions

Listening to the Main Idea vs. Details

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Main Idea and Details Listening Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • Week 3 Introduction
  • Main Idea Lecture

1 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives

Identifying Important Points

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Listening to Important Points Practice
  • Listening to Important Points Practice Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Independent Note-Taking Practice

1 Videos

  • Identifying Important Points Lecture

1 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives

Analyzing Charts

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 3 Assignment
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3 Assignment

  • Analyzing Charts and Graphs Practice Listening 1
  • Analyzing Charts and Graphs Practice Listening 2
  • Analyzing Charts and Graphs Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Analyzing Charts and Graphs Lecture

2 Readings

  • Lecture and Note-Taking Practice 3
  • Check Your Answers

Graded Assignments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Note Taking 3 Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Note Taking Assignment 3

1 Readings

  • Note-Taking Assignment 3 Instructions

Speaker's Stance

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Speaker's Stance Practice Quiz
  • Listening for Speaker's Stance Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • Week 4 Introduction
  • Speaker's Stance Lecture

2 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives
  • Speaker's Stance Practice

Handling Unfamiliar Information

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Independent Note-Taking Practice

1 Videos

  • Handling Unfamiliar Information Lecture

3 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives
  • Lecture and Note-Taking Practice 4
  • Check Your Answers

Types of Argument

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Arguments Practice Quiz 1
  • Arguments Practice Quiz 2

2 Videos

  • Types of Arguments Part 1 Lecture
  • Types of Arguments Part 2 Lecture

1 Readings

  • Lecture Objectives

Graded Assignments

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Note Taking 4 Graded Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Note Taking Assignment 4

2 Readings

  • Note-Taking Assignment 4 Instructions
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Auto Summary

"Academic Listening and Note-Taking" is a specialized course designed to enhance the listening and note-taking abilities of non-native English speakers, particularly those preparing to attend college classes conducted in English. Offered by Coursera, this professional-level course falls under the domain of Personal Development and spans approximately 1920 minutes of engaging content. The course provides a comprehensive approach to mastering academic listening and note-taking, equipping students with essential techniques to better understand and follow lectures. Participants will also learn to take more effective notes, engage in meaningful discussions with classmates and professors, and deliver impactful academic presentations. A notable feature of this course is the practical emphasis, with ample opportunities for students to practice and refine their skills. While the free version grants access to all instructional videos and handouts, the paid subscription offers additional benefits such as peer feedback and quizzes to further enhance learning outcomes. Ideal for prospective college students and professionals seeking to enhance their academic communication skills in English, "Academic Listening and Note-Taking" provides the tools and practice needed for success in an academic environment.

Tamy Chapman
Instructors

Tamy Chapman

Dana Saito-Stehberger
Instructors

Dana Saito-Stehberger

Brad Gilpin
Instructors

Brad Gilpin