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IMPERIAL ENGLISH UK SYLLABUS (LEVEL 1, 2 & 3)

Academic English

Reading Skills Aims:
Reading to identify opinions.
Reading to identify attitude.
Developing language of opinions and agreement.
Understanding task commands in an essay question.
Reading for specific information.
Evaluating information.
Finding sources for a research project.
Identifying positive and negative comments.
Identifying formality.
Reading to predict content.
Using a correction code and proofreading.
Developing data analysis skills.
Writing Skills Aims:
Write a summary.
Developing critical thinking skills.
Writing using fact and opinion.
Developing paragraph writing skills.
Developing word formation skills.
Adapting writing to suit different functions.
Preparing a presentation.
Planning an essay.
Using modal verbs to strengthen arguments.
Writing a bibliography.
Developing speed writing skills.
Developing paraphrasing skills.
Making notes.
Organising vocabulary.
Planning a conference.
Completing a form.
Using linking words.
Developing use of collocations.
Using persuasive language.
Writing a personal statement.
Using noun phrases in academic writing.
Editing and redrafting writing.
Comparing and contrasting information.
Developing essay ideas.
Speaking Skills Aims:
Developing vocabulary and synonyms.
Using interaction language.
Conversation skills
Telling anecdotes.
Giving feedback.
Expressing opinions.
Listening Skills Aims:
Listening to identify attitude.
Listening for specific information.
Listening for the main point of a lecture/seminar.

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