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Communication Skills for University Success
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 27 hours
  • Course by The University of Sydney
  • Offered by

About

This Specialization is aimed at preparing students for undergraduate study in an English-speaking university. The course equips you for full participation and engagement with your studies by building awareness and understanding of the core values and expectations of academic culture, and providing you with practical strategies to apply to your studies. In this course, you will learn how to develop your Communication Skills to help you achieve success in your university studies. After completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Recognise the importance of communication in communities of practice at university 2. Understand contexts of communication at university and associated expectations 3. Communicate clearly across a variety of different contexts and to a wide range of audiences by adapting communicative styles appropriately 4. Demonstrate, negotiate, and further understanding through spoken, written, visual, and conversational modes 5. Effectively formulate arguments and communicate research findings through the process of researching, composing, and editing 6. Confidently engage in constructive and critical dialogue with respect and professionalism

Modules

Welcome to the Academic Skills for University Success Specialization!

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  • Welcome to the Academic Skills for University Success Specialization!

Overview of Weekly Topics and Learning Outcomes

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  • Communication Weekly Topics & Learning Outcomes

Assessment Overview

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  • Communication Assessment Overview

Summative Peer Assessment

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  • Summative Peer Assessment

1.1 Introduction to Course

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  • 1.1 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Introduce yourself

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  • 1.1a Introduction to the Course

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1.2 Introduction to Academic Culture and Communication

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    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • 1.2 Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • 1.2a Introduction to Academic Culture
  • 1.2b Introduction to Communication

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1.3 Survival Skills for University

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    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • 1.3 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Values & Motivation

2 Videos

  • 1.3a Survival Skills for University
  • 1.3b Resilience & Motivation for University

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1.4 Academic Integrity

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    • 1 Readings
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  • 1.4 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • A "cheating culture"?

1 Videos

  • 1.4a Academic Integrity

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  • Learning Outcomes

1.5 Assessment

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  • Summative Quiz - Module 1
  • Discussion Board Self Assessment - Module 1

2.1 Contexts of Communication at University

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    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • 2.1 Practice Quiz

2 Discussions

  • Contexts of communication
  • Communication at university

3 Videos

  • 2.1a Introduction to rhetorical situations
  • 2.1b Rhetorical situations at university
  • 2.1c University course outlines & contexts of communication

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2.2 Participating in Different University Contexts

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    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • 2.2 Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • 2.2a Making the Most of Participation in University Contexts
  • 2.2b Participation & Communication at University

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2.3 Participating in Lectures, Tutorials, and Online Forums

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    • 1 Readings
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  • 2.3 Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • 2.3a Participating in Lectures & Tutorials
  • 2.3b Participating in Online Forums

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2.4 Participating in Group Work

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  • 2.4 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Group work

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  • 2.4a Participating in Group Work

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2.5 Assessment

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  • Summative Quiz - Module 2
  • Discussion Board Self Assessment - Module 2

3.1 Introduction to Written Assignments

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  • 3.1 Practice Quiz

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  • 3.1a Introduction to Understanding, Researching, and Planning Written Assignments

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3.2 Understanding & Interpreting Written Assignments

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    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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  • 3.2 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Understanding the question

3 Videos

  • 3.2a Part 1: Understanding Essay Assignments
  • 3.2a Part 2: Interpreting Essay Questions
  • 3.2b Understanding and Interpreting Reports & Proposals

2 Readings

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  • 3.2c Understanding the question

3.3 Conducting Research for Written Assignments

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  • 3.3 Practice Quiz

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  • Researching

2 Videos

  • 3.3a Conducting Research for Essays
  • 3.3b Conducting Research for Reports & Proposals

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3.4 Planning Written Assignments

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    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • 3.4 Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • 3.4a Planning Essays
  • 3.4b Planning Reports & Proposals

3 Readings

  • Learning Outcomes
  • 3.4c Basic Essay Structures
  • 3.4d Professional Report Structures

3.5 Assessment

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  • Summative Quiz - Module 3
  • Discussion Board Self Assessment - Module 3

4.1 Introduction to Drafting, Refinining, and Incorporating Visual Aids in Written Assignments

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  • 4.1 Practice Quiz

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  • 4.1a Introduction to Drafting, Refining, and Incorporating Visual Aids in Written Assignments

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4.2 Drafting Written Assignments

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    • 4 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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  • 4.2 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Coherence & Cohesion

3 Videos

  • 4.2a Drafting Essays
  • 4.2b Drafting Reports & Proposals
  • 4.2c Coherence & Cohesion for Essays & Reports

4 Readings

  • Learning Outcomes
  • 4.2d Paragraph structure
  • 4.2e Reporting Verbs
  • 4.2f Overcoming Writer's Block

4.3 Polishing and Refining Written Assignments and Incorporating Visual aids

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  • 4.3 Practice Quiz

4 Videos

  • 4.3a Polishing & Refining Essays
  • 4.3b Polishing & Refining Reports & Proposals
  • 4.3c Incorporating Visual Aids in Written Assignments
  • 4.3d Editing for Language

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4.4 Formatting & Proofreading Written Assignments for Submission

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  • 4.4 Practice Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Formatting?

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  • 4.4a Formatting and Proofreading Written Assignments for Submission

2 Readings

  • Learning Outcomes
  • 4.4b Written Assignment Checklist

4.5 Assessment

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  • Summative Quiz - Module 4
  • Discussion Board Self Assessment - Module 4

5.1 Understanding & Researching Presentations

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  • 5.1 Practice Quiz

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  • 5.1a Introduction to Academic Presentations

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5.2 Planning the Structure of Presentations

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  • 5.2 Practice Quiz

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  • 5.2a Understanding and Researching Presentations
  • 5.2b Planning Presentations

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5.3 Preparing Visual Aids & Script Writing

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    • 1 Readings
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  • 5.3 Practice Quiz

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  • Academic spoken language?

3 Videos

  • 5.3a Preparing Visual Aids
  • 5.3b Writing your Script
  • 5.3c Practising your Script

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5.4 Presentations as Performance – Delivering your Message

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  • 5.4 Practice Quiz

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  • Presentation styles

2 Videos

  • 5.4a Finding your Presentation Style
  • 5.4b Facilitating Audience Interaction and Fielding Questions

2 Readings

  • Learning Outcomes
  • 5.4c Relaxation and Focusing Techniques

5.5 Assessment

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  • Summative Quiz - Module 5
  • Discussion Board Self Assessment - Module 5

6.1 Assessment Items

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    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Communication in a university course

1 Discussions

  • End of Course Discussion

3 Readings

  • Summative Assessment Overview
  • How to mark your peers' assignments
  • Practice peer making activity answers

Auto Summary

"Communication Skills for University Success" is designed to prepare students for undergraduate studies in English-speaking universities. This foundational course, offered by Coursera, focuses on building awareness of academic culture and developing effective communication strategies. Over approximately 27 hours, learners will master key skills such as clear communication across various contexts, effective argument formulation, and engaging in respectful dialogue. With subscription options like Starter and Professional, this course is ideal for those seeking to excel in academic environments.

Katherine Olston
Instructors

Katherine Olston

Lydia Dutcher
Instructors

Lydia Dutcher