General Academic English - Edx
This course is part of English Communication Skills.
This comprehensive course from TsinghuaX focuses on developing essential academic English skills for researchers and scholars. Over 8 weeks, participants explore diverse research topics spanning life sciences, art, society, engineering, psychology, economics, management, and architecture. The course emphasizes practical skills through academic word analysis, learning strategies, seminars, mini-conferences, and academic writing techniques. Students engage in reading and analyzing academic texts, participating in discussions, and developing writing skills. The interactive format combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, preparing learners for effective participation in international academic communications. Special attention is given to academic vocabulary, paper analysis, and practical communication skills.
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What you'll learn
Learn to analyze and use academic vocabulary across different disciplines
Develop skills for reading and understanding academic papers
Master techniques for academic writing and publication
Gain confidence in participating in academic seminars and conferences
Practice academic presentation and communication skills
Understand research methodologies across various disciplines
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
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Module Description
The course covers comprehensive academic English skills through eight research-focused modules. Students learn academic vocabulary, develop research paper analysis skills, and practice academic writing techniques. The curriculum integrates practical exercises including seminars, mini-conferences, and academic report simulations. Special emphasis is placed on cross-disciplinary learning, with topics spanning life sciences, art, society, engineering, psychology, economics, management, and architecture. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice to prepare students for international academic communication.
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: English Communication Skills
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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