Modern English Language and Phonetics

Course Outcomes

Teaching-Learning Strategies

Assessment Strategies

The students will:

CO1. Develop a practical understanding of the various technical aspects of the English language

CO2. Examine phonetics and phonology for a better understanding of the organs of speech, phonemic symbols, classification of vowels and consonants, and syllable-stress

CO3. Develop a deeper knowledge of the nuances of grammar and the importance of four skills, viz. reading, writing, listening and speaking.

CO4. Critique longer pieces of discourse independently with an advanced knowledge of different strategies of comprehension

CO5. Demonstrate advanced skills of writing, analyzing and composing a coherent and cohesive piece of document.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Reading assignments, Demonstration

Learning activities for the students:

Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Quizzes

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Assignments, Presentation