General Academic English
Master academic English proficiency through comprehensive study of diverse topics including art, technology, psychology, and economic principles.
Master academic English proficiency through comprehensive study of diverse topics including art, technology, psychology, and economic principles.
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What you'll learn
Develop academic reading and writing skills
Enhance vocabulary across various disciplines
Improve academic discussion abilities
Master research presentation techniques
Strengthen listening comprehension
Practice academic writing in multiple fields
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This course includes:
6.2 Hours PreRecorded video
26 assignments
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There are 7 modules in this course
This comprehensive academic English course covers six main topics: art, man and nature, social issues, engineering and technology, psychology, and economics and management. Through diverse content and interactive learning methods, students develop essential academic English skills including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, featuring group discussions, research projects, and skill-building exercises. Each module includes vocabulary development, academic writing practice, and topic-specific content to build well-rounded language proficiency.
Art
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Man and Nature
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Social Issues
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Engineering and Technology
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Psychology
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Economics and Management
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
Final Test
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructors
English Language Education Expert and Academic Writing Specialist
Dr. Fang Yang serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at Tsinghua University, where she specializes in teaching English for Academic Purposes. Her academic career includes experience as a visiting scholar at Baylor University, enhancing her understanding of cross-cultural language education. Through her Coursera courses, including "Conversational English Skills," "General Academic English," and "Just Reading and Writing English," she helps international students develop practical English language skills for academic and professional contexts. Her teaching methodology combines traditional academic rigor with practical communication skills, focusing on helping non-native English speakers navigate academic environments effectively. Her expertise spans both written and spoken English, with particular emphasis on academic writing and presentation skills for university-level students
English Language Education Expert and Academic Writing Specialist
Dr. Wenxia Zhang serves as Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at Tsinghua University, where she co-teaches several foundational English language courses. Her expertise focuses on academic English instruction and writing skills development. Through her three Coursera courses, she has reached over 33,000 students globally: "General Academic English," which covers topics from art to economics and management, and the two-part series "Just Reading and Writing English," which progressively builds students' reading and writing capabilities from basic to intermediate levels. The courses feature a comprehensive approach to English language instruction, incorporating cultural studies, academic writing, and practical communication skills. Her teaching methodology emphasizes interactive learning through video lessons, assignments, and peer reviews, maintaining high student satisfaction ratings. Working alongside Dr. Fang Yang, she has helped develop a structured curriculum that guides students from conversational English to advanced academic writing skills.
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