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English - Syllabus

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1. Course Description

This course comprises all aspects of the English language including speaking, pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing. The focus is on improving the students’ capacity to communicate clearly and effectively. The syllabus for the lessons on the English language is based on the course books, while the faculty will also use other teaching tools and materials, including suggestions and input received from the students so the content of the class can be more interactive, useful, and interesting. Students are expected to participate as much as possible, which means they will work individually, in pairs, in groups, and with the whole class. The faculty will provide feedback on their spoken and written English and correct errors for the benefit of students at large. This includes basic understanding and use of everyday English phrases, the importance of language skills for information technology professionals, understanding spoken English in various contexts, and improving pronunciation, intonation, and fluency in spoken English and reading strategies like Skimming, Scanning, and Close reading

2. General Objectives

The general objectives of this course are;

To increase and enhance the English language proficiency
To develop and enhance communication skills
To develop a culture and aptitude for literary appreciation
To learn and improve grammar and syntax, with expansion of vocabulary
To develop critical thinking skills
To develop basic research and report-writing skills
To improve writing skills and proficiency
To learn and improve oral presentation
To enhance independent and digital learning
To promote peer collaboration and reflective writing
To strengthen listening capabilities to understand discussions and presentations
To improve writing skills for creating clear and concise reports, emails, and technical documentation.
Acquire a comprehensive technical vocabulary and grasp industry-specific terminologies
Participate and apply English communication in professional contexts

3. Method of Instructions

Generation Instructional Technique: Lecture, Discussion, Interactive Activities, Grammar and Vocabulary Exercises, Oral Presentations and Readings.

Specific Instructional Technique: Self-directed learning and Case Study.

4. Content in Detail with specific objective

Specific Objectives	Contents
Provide an overview and highlight the importance of key language skills To develop and enhance listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills Understand and use basic everyday English phrases Acquire a basic repertoire of words and phrases Highlight the importance of language skills for information technology professionals Overview of the four language skills - listening, speaking, reading, and writing;	Unit 1: Introduction to Language Skills[2 Hrs.] Importance of language skills for professionals in information technology; Introduction to language learning strategies to aid in comprehension
Specific Objectives	Contents
Develop the ability to understand spoken English in various contexts Develop the capacity to understand and conduct technical discussions and presentations Improve note-taking skills in meetings and discussions Capture key pointsand ideas from spoken English Understand sentences and frequently used Understanding English language; Spoken English in various contexts; expressions related to immediately relevant areas	Unit 2: Listening Skills [6 Hrs.] Technical discussions and presentations; Note-taking skills; Key pointsand ideas from spoken English.
Specific Objectives	Contents
Develop the ability to communicate effectively in spoken English Give presentations and participate in group discussions Communicate effectively in simpleand routine tasks Describe in simple terms their immediate environment and matters of interest Improve pronunciation, intonation, and fluency in spoken English Spoken English; Communications Skills; Presentation of Ideas;	Unit 3: Speaking Skills [6 Hrs.] Participation in Group Discussions; Pronunciation, Intonation, and Fluency in English Language.
Specific Objectives	Contents
Differentiate between academic and non- academic language Understand pronouns, different types of pronouns and their usage in academic writing Understand the different verb tenses and their usage in academic writing, Academic and Non-Academic Language; Pronoun Usage:	Unit 4: English Grammarfor Accuracy [8 Hrs.] Understanding different typesof pronouns and their usagein academic writing; Verb Tenses:

Understand and make useof subject and verb agreement Learn to maintain consistency in verb tense throughout a written work Build an understanding of passive voice and transition words Understanding the different verb tenses and their usage in academic writing;	Subject and Verb Agreement, Maintaining consistency in verb tense throughout a written work; Passive voice; Transition words
Specific Objectives	Contents
Develop reading strategies likeskimming, scanning, and close reading Develop the ability to read and comprehend technical and literary articles and materials in English. Demonstrate grammatical control and manage short utterances Reading Strategies; Skimming, Scanning, and Close Reading; Improve reading speed and comprehension through inference and interpretation skills	Unit 5: Reading Skills[8 Hrs.] Reading and Comprehending Technical and Literary Works; Reading Speed and Comprehension; Inference and Interpretation Skills
Specific Objectives	Contents
Develop note-taking, summarizing, paraphrasing, and referencing skills to achieve language proficiency and precision. Discourage and prevent plagiarism in academic writing Develop strategies for promoting ethical integrity in higher education Note-taking; Summarizing;	Unit 6: BasicResearch Skills [8 Hrs.] Paraphrasing; Referencing skills; Precision for Proficiency; Ethical Integrity in Academic Writing
Specific Objectives	Contents
Develop the ability to write technical documents, such as business reports, emails and memos in clear, accurate, and concise English Improve grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure in written English Grammar and Vocabulary;	Unit 7: Writing Skills [10 Hrs.] Sentence Structure in Written English, Writing Papers; Writing Technical Documents; Business Report Writing; Email and Memo Writing

Additional Practical Works:

Below are some practical works and activities that can improve speaking and listening skills of the students of this course.

Listening: Various learning tools can be used to provide students with audio recordings of technical discussions, presentations, or interviews. Students can then listen to the recordings and practice their listening skills by answering questions or summarizing what they heard.
Pronunciation: Various learning tools can be used to provide students with audio recordings of words and phrases in English. Students can then practice their pronunciation skills by listening to and repeating the words and phrases.
Role Play: Various learning tools can be used to simulate real-life scenarios, such as job interviews or customer serviceinter actions. Students can then practicetheir speaking skills by role-playing the scenarios and receiving feedback from the instructor or other students.
Language Testing: Various learning tools can be used to administer speaking and listening tests, or language proficiency tests. Students can then take the tests at the same time and receive instant feedback on their performance.

Note: Faculties can create a small portfolio of tasks for students by integrating all of the above skills.

5. Evaluation System and Student’s Responsibilities

Evaluation System

In addition to the formal exam(s), the internal evaluation of a student may consist of quizzes, assignments, lab reports, projects, class participation, etc. The tabular presentation of the internal evaluation is as follows.

External Evaluation	Marks	Internal Evaluation	Weight	Marks
Semester-End examination	50	Theory		50
		Attendance & Class Participation	10%
		Assignments	20%
		Presentations/Quizzes	10%
		Internal Assessment	60%
Total External	50	Total Internal		50
Full Marks:50 + 50 = 100

7. Student’s Requirements

Each student must secure at least 45% marks separately in both internal assessment and practical evaluation with 80% attendance in the class in order to appear in the Semester End Examination. Failing to get such a score will be given NOT QUALIFIED (NQ) to appear in the Semester-End Examinations. Students are advised to attend all the classes, formal exams, tests, etc. and complete all the assignments within the specified time period. Students are required to complete all the requirements defined for the completion of the course.

8. Prescribed Books and References

Prescribed Text Books:

Puchta, H., & Stranks,J. (2013). English in Mind. Cambridge University Press.
Eastwood. (2005).Oxford Practice Grammar. Karachi:Oxford University Press.
Elbaum, S. N. (2009). Grammar in context: 1.Heinle/Cengage Learning.

Reference Books:

Kissner, E. (2006). Summarizing, paraphrasing, and retelling: Skills for Better Reading, Writing, and Test Taking. Heinemann Educational Books.
Godfrey, J. (2018). How to use your reading in your essays. Bloomsbury Publishing.
Steele, W. R. (2009).Presentation Skills 201: How to Take it to the Next Level as a Confident, Engaging Presenter. Outskirts Press.