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Take Your English Communication Skills to the Next Level
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 12 hours
  • Course by Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Offered by

About

This Capstone builds on the communication and content skills you've acquired throughout the Specialization and develops them further. During course lessons and Peer Assessments you will practice and expand the language skills necessary for success in the professional world. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to complete assessments relevant to the working world. In this course, you will: * Study cultural influences on communication more thoroughly, identify key cultural influences in your own experience and compare your culture with a different one to identify ways to improve communication and decrease misunderstanding. * Develop your email accuracy and style and engage in email correspondence with potential employers, clients or investors to set up interviews and/or meetings. * Practice and Demonstrate fluent and accurate spoken English as you prepare and present a short talk about a personal accomplishment or "Sales Pitch" for a product or service. * Polish your pronunciation through more connected speech including use of through groups, contractions/reductions, and linking. Week by week, as you practice your language skills, make connections with people important to you and develop your network, you will increase your opportunities for success. Completing this Capstone Project will help you reach your English language and professional goals now and in the future.

Modules

Intro to Capstone

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Introduction to Capstone

2 Readings

  • Before You Begin the Capstone
  • Consent Form

Cultural Self Study

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Check Your Knowledge

1 Videos

  • Understanding Cultural Style Differences

3 Readings

  • Lesson Guide for the "Write Professional Emails in English" Course
  • Cultural Self Study Chart: For Yourself
  • Culture Study Chart: For Another Culture

Improve Your Communication Across Cultures

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

  • Check Your Knowledge

1 Peer Review

  • Making Appropriate Communication Changes

1 Videos

  • Improving Your Communication Style

2 Readings

  • Additional Resources
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Email Accuracy

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Check Your Knowledge

1 Discussions

  • How well do you write emails now?

1 Videos

  • Develop Your Writing Style in Emails

Correspond and Connect: Demonstrate Email Accuracy

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

  • Write an Email to Your Contact

1 Videos

  • Introduce Yourself & Request a Meeting by Email

1 Readings

  • Additional Resources

Successful Speaking

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Check Your Knowledge

1 Videos

  • Do a Self-evaluation of Your Speaking Skills

2 Readings

  • Lesson Guide for "Speaking Professional English" Course
  • Pronunciation Self Evaluation Chart

Speak and Persuade

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

  • Check Your Knowledge

1 Peer Review

  • Recording a Self-reflection

1 Videos

  • Make Your Presentations More Persuasive & Powerful

1 Readings

  • Additional Resources

Edit for Success

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Check Your Knowledge

1 Discussions

  • How has this Specialization affected your writing style?

1 Videos

  • Strategies for Creating & Editing Effective Writing

1 Readings

  • Write a Script for Your Video

Polish Your Pronunciation

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

  • ePortfolio Video/Audio Post

1 Videos

  • Advanced Pronunciation Improvement Techniques

3 Readings

  • Contractions with "am/is/are" & "have/has"
  • Additional Pronunciation Practice
  • Where to go from here?

Auto Summary

Elevate your English communication skills with this comprehensive Capstone course by Coursera. Focused on personal development, it delves into cultural influences, email accuracy, and fluent spoken English. Over 720 minutes, you'll enhance your professional language abilities through practical exercises and assessments. Ideal for beginners, this course offers Starter, Professional, and Paid subscription options, making it perfect for anyone looking to succeed in the professional world. Taught by expert instructors, it's a valuable investment in your future.

Amalia B. Stephens
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Amalia B. Stephens