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This course is to improve academic communication skills (e.g., presentation skills, discussion skills) through group projects. Specifically, the course is designed to help better prepare for participating in in-class discussions in further courses and giving research presentations in the future academic career. Students practice how to use visual aids effectively, express their critical thinking based on research, and collaborate to advance their learning.

At the beginning of the course, I give them feedback right after their presentations, so they know exactly what needs to be improved in order to be a good presenter. As the semester moves on, students are asked to do self-evaluation when preparing for their presentations. In addition, they give each other feedback during presentations so that they can learn from each other and take a further step to become an autonomous learner.

CRPS_Academic Communication Skills 2019 (Digest Version)
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