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ENGG A2A - English for Effective Communication A2A
Utilizing learner-centered methodology and task-based instruction, learners will be able to meet their concrete language needs in slow and clearly articulated speech, while identifying and using basic phrases, expressions and very high frequency words. They will read and understand short simple texts, and manage simple routine interactions. They will also be able to describe people and/or events and take notes at the phrase level. The course is the first of the A2 stage of the CEFR. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENGGA1D or appropriate SEPT score ENGGA2A. Part of: English for Effective Communication Certificate (A2) Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Reading & Listening 1. Generally identify the topic of discussion around him/her that is conducted slowly and clearly. 2. Catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements. 3. Understand simple directions relating to how to get from x to y, by foot or public transport. 4. Identify the main point of tv news items reporting events, accidents etc. Where the visual supports the commentary. 5. Locate specific information in lists and isolate the information required. 6. Understand everyday signs and notices: in public places, such as streets, restaurants, railway stations; in workplaces, such as directions, instructions, hazard warnings. 7. Generally understand clear, standard speech on familiar matters directed at him/her, provided he/she ask for repetition or reformulation from time to time. Writing & Speaking 8. Ask for and provide personal information. 9. Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information. 10. Ask and answer questions about habits and routines. 11. Communicate in simple and routine tasks using simple phrases to ask for and provide things, to get simple information and to discuss what to do next. 12. Write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate need. 13. Give and receive information about quantities, numbers, prices etc. 14. Use simple descriptive language to compare objects and possessions. 15. Ask and answer questions about what they do at work and in free time. 16. Give a short, rehearsed, presentation on a familiar workplace subject. 17. Write a series of simple phrases and sentences about their family, living conditions, educational background, present or most recent job. 18. Write about everyday aspects of his environment e.g. People, places, a job or study experience in linked sentences. 19. Tell a story or describe something/someone in a simple list of points. 20. Give short, basic descriptions of events and activities. 21. Describe everyday aspects of his environment e.g. People, places, a job or study experience. 22. Write very simple personal letters. 23. Explain what he/she likes or dislikes about something. Admission Requirements for the above certificate(s): 1. English for Effective Communication (ENGGA2A) on the SEPT. 2. Completion of Survival English (ENGG A1D). 3. Applicants must have basic computer literacy. Term duration:6 Weeks Schedule: 2 Sessions/week - 2.5 Hrs/Session Assessments and Attendance: Learners are assessed throughout the term. Two continual assessments on speaking and another two on writing skills. The final grade in each course is based on learners’ performance on the four continual assessment measures. Final course grades are NOT based on attendance, since in accordance with SCE’s attendance policy, learners MUST attend at least 75% of the class sessions to be promoted to the next course. Attendance: All learners must attend at least 75% of the class sessions or class hours. Failure to do so will result in failure of the course, although the learner will be allowed to attend classes. Notes: The drop/add period is the first seven working days of each term, accordingly learners are advised to attend the first two sessions. 3.000 Continuing Education Units 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Continuing Education Schedule Types: Lecture SCE Language Department Course Attributes: SCE-ESD Regular -REG Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: English Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Continuing Education Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: School of Continuing Education Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: SCE English Language Must be enrolled in one of the following Departments: SCE Language Prerequisites: ( SCE Standrdzd Engl Prof.Test 033 or SCE Day Stand Engl Prof. Test 033 or Continuing Education level ENGG A1D Minimum Grade of D)

ENGG A2A - English for Effective Communication A2A

Utilizing learner-centered methodology and task-based instruction, learners will be able to meet their concrete language needs in slow and clearly articulated speech, while identifying and using basic phrases, expressions and very high frequency words. They will read and understand short simple texts, and manage simple routine interactions. They will also be able to describe people and/or events and take notes at the phrase level. The course is the first of the A2 stage of the CEFR. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENGGA1D or appropriate SEPT score ENGGA2A.

Part of: English for Effective Communication Certificate (A2)

Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Reading & Listening

1. Generally identify the topic of discussion around him/her that is conducted slowly and clearly.
2. Catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.
3. Understand simple directions relating to how to get from x to y, by foot or public transport.
4. Identify the main point of tv news items reporting events, accidents etc. Where the visual supports the commentary.
5. Locate specific information in lists and isolate the information required.
6. Understand everyday signs and notices: in public places, such as streets, restaurants, railway stations; in workplaces, such as directions, instructions, hazard warnings.
7. Generally understand clear, standard speech on familiar matters directed at him/her, provided he/she ask for repetition or reformulation from time to time.

Writing & Speaking

8. Ask for and provide personal information.
9. Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information.
10. Ask and answer questions about habits and routines.
11. Communicate in simple and routine tasks using simple phrases to ask for and provide things, to get simple information and to discuss what to do next.
12. Write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate need.
13. Give and receive information about quantities, numbers, prices etc.
14. Use simple descriptive language to compare objects and possessions.
15. Ask and answer questions about what they do at work and in free time.
16. Give a short, rehearsed, presentation on a familiar workplace subject.
17. Write a series of simple phrases and sentences about their family, living conditions, educational background, present or most recent job.
18. Write about everyday aspects of his environment e.g. People, places, a job or study experience in linked sentences.
19. Tell a story or describe something/someone in a simple list of points.
20. Give short, basic descriptions of events and activities.
21. Describe everyday aspects of his environment e.g. People, places, a job or study experience.
22. Write very simple personal letters.
23. Explain what he/she likes or dislikes about something.

Admission Requirements for the above certificate(s):
1. English for Effective Communication (ENGGA2A) on the SEPT.
2. Completion of Survival English (ENGG A1D).
3. Applicants must have basic computer literacy.

Term duration:6 Weeks
Schedule: 2 Sessions/week - 2.5 Hrs/Session

Assessments and Attendance:
Learners are assessed throughout the term. Two continual assessments on speaking and another two on writing skills. The final grade in each course is based on learners’ performance on the four continual assessment measures.

Final course grades are NOT based on attendance, since in accordance with SCE’s attendance policy, learners MUST attend at least 75% of the class sessions to be promoted to the next course.

Attendance: All learners must attend at least 75% of the class sessions or class hours. Failure to do so will result in failure of the course, although the learner will be allowed to attend classes.

Notes: The drop/add period is the first seven working days of each term, accordingly learners are advised to attend the first two sessions.

3.000 Continuing Education Units
3.000 Lecture hours

Levels: Continuing Education
Schedule Types: Lecture

SCE Language Department

Course Attributes:
SCE-ESD Regular -REG

Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs:
English
Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels:
Continuing Education
Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges:
School of Continuing Education
Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors:
SCE English Language
Must be enrolled in one of the following Departments:
SCE Language

Prerequisites:
( SCE Standrdzd Engl Prof.Test 033 or SCE Day Stand Engl Prof. Test 033 or Continuing Education level ENGG A1D Minimum Grade of D)

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