Perfect Tenses and Modals
This is the first course in the Learn English: Intermediate Grammar specialization. In this course, you will learn about important intermediate verb tenses, including present perfect, present perfect progressive, past perfect, and past perfect progressive. You will also learn about common modal verbs used in English. This course is designed for learners who have a basic understanding of English grammar but who want to learn more and improve their skills for everyday speaking or writing, as well as for academics. It will be a fun class with lots of entertaining and informative video lectures.
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- Duration 29 hours
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This is the first course in the Learn English: Intermediate Grammar specialization. In this course, you will learn about important intermediate verb tenses, including present perfect, present perfect progressive, past perfect, and past perfect progressive. You will also learn about common modal verbs used in English. This course is designed for learners who have a basic understanding of English grammar but who want to learn more and improve their skills for everyday speaking or writing, as well as for academics. It will be a fun class with lots of entertaining and informative video lectures.Modules
Introductions
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1
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2
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Introduce Yourself
1
Videos
- Meet the Teachers
2
Readings
- Pre-Course Survey
- Message
Present Perfect Statements
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5
Videos
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6
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Present Perfect
5
Videos
- Module Introduction
- Present Perfect Overview Lecture
- Past Participles Lecture
- Present Perfect with Since and For Lecture
- Present Perfect without Since and For Lecture
6
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Lecture Objectives
- Past Participles Resource
- Past Participle Practice
- Lecture Objectives
- Lecture Objectives
Present Perfect Questions
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1
Videos
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2
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Present Perfect Questions
1
Videos
- Present Perfect Questions Lecture
2
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Present Perfect Questions Practice
Adverbs for Present Perfect
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1
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
PeerReview
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Adverbs
1
Peer Review
- Present Perfect Assignment
1
Videos
- Present Perfect Adverbs Lecture
2
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Adverbs Practice
Graded Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Present Perfect Quiz
Stative Verbs
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Stative Verbs
3
Videos
- Module Introduction
- Stative Verbs Part 1 Lecture
- Stative Verbs Part 2 Lecture
2
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Stative Verbs Practice 1
Present Perfect Progressive
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2
Videos
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4
Readings
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2
Assignment
2
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Present Perfect Progressive
- Practice Quiz on Present Perfect Progressive Questions
2
Videos
- Present Perfect Progressive Overview Lecture
- Present Perfect Progressive Questions Lecture
4
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Present Perfect Progressive Practice
- Stative Verbs Practice 2
- Lecture Objectives
Present Perfect vs. Present Perfect Progressive
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1
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
PeerReview
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Present Perfect vs. Present Perfect Progressive
1
Peer Review
- Present Perfect Progressive Assignment
1
Videos
- Present Perfect vs. Present Perfect Progressive Lecture
2
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Present Perfect vs. Present Perfect Progressive Practice
Graded Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Present Perfect Progressive Quiz
Past Perfect Statements
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2
Videos
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3
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Past Perfect
2
Videos
- Module Introduction
- Past Perfect Lecture
3
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Past Perfect Practice
- Past Perfect Practice Answer Keys
Past Perfect Questions
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1
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
PeerReview
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Past Perfect Questions
1
Peer Review
- Past Perfect Assignment
1
Videos
- Past Perfect Questions Lecture
2
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Past Perfect Questions Practice
Past Perfect Progressive
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2
Videos
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3
Readings
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1
PeerReview
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2
Assignment
2
Assignment
- Practice Quiz on Past Perfect Progressive
- Practice Quiz on Past Perfect Progressive Questions
1
Peer Review
- Past Perfect Progressive Assignment
2
Videos
- Past Perfect Progressive Lecture
- Past Perfect Progressive Questions Lecture
3
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Lecture Objectives
- Past Perfect Progressive Practice
Graded Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Past Perfect and Past Perfect Progressive Quiz
Modals Part 1
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4
Videos
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4
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Modals Part 1 Practice Quiz
4
Videos
- Module Intro
- Modals Introduction Lecture
- Phrasal Modals Lecture
- Ability Modals Lecture
4
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Lecture Objectives
- Phrasal Modals Practice
- Lecture Objectives
Modals Part 2
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3
Videos
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5
Readings
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1
PeerReview
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Modals Part 2 Practice Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Modals Assignment 1
3
Videos
- Modals of Possibility Lecture
- Advice Modals Lecture
- Preference Modals Lecture
5
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Modals of Possibility Practice
- Lecture Objectives
- Lecture Objectives
- Preference Modals Practice
Modals Part 3
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2
Videos
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2
Readings
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1
PeerReview
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Modals Part 3 Practice Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Modals Assignment 2
2
Videos
- Modals of Impossibility Lecture
- Questions with Modals Lecture
2
Readings
- Lecture Objectives
- Lecture Objectives
Graded Quiz
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1
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Modals Quiz
1
Readings
- End of Course
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Enhance your English grammar with the "Perfect Tenses and Modals" course, an essential part of the Learn English: Intermediate Grammar specialization in the Personal Development domain. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, this course dives deep into intermediate verb tenses such as present perfect, present perfect progressive, past perfect, and past perfect progressive. Additionally, it covers common modal verbs crucial for everyday conversation and academic writing. Designed for learners with a foundational grasp of English grammar, this engaging course features a series of entertaining and informative video lectures. Over approximately 29 hours of content, you'll gain the skills needed to confidently use these tenses and modals in various contexts. Flexible subscription options include Starter, Professional, and Paid plans, making it accessible for those looking to advance their grammar skills professionally. Whether you're improving your English for personal or academic reasons, this course offers valuable insights and practical knowledge tailored to elevate your proficiency.
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