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English Language
Unit
Since English is the
medium of instruction at Dhofar University, there is a definite need
to approach the teaching of English at the University in a
systematic, meaningful, and purposeful manner.
The English Language Unit
offers incoming students with low proficiency in English an
intensive training course to help them attain a level of competence
in reading, writing, communication and study skills that will make
it possible for them to pursue their studies in the major of their
choice through the medium of English. |
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Description of the Program
The
program is
communicative in nature, shifting the emphasis from grammar to
meaningful oral and written communication. Qualified and
experienced faculty, who are engaged in continuous professional
development activities, are charged with the task of implementing
this program. The instructional materials adopted for the program
have performance-based objectives as well as clear scope and
sequence for teaching communicative skills.
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Features of the
Program
The program
approaches language as a tool of communication and stresses reading
and writing as the two main language skills instrumental for
students' success in university-level education through the medium
of English. The teaching methodology is communicative in nature,
presenting authentic and simulated communicative tasks in real life
situations.
Study Skills
Study Skills are primarily
integrated in the English Language
program and aim
to help students develop a range of useful study skills that they
need to succeed in college. Students learn how to communicate
better by developing their skills in listening comprehension, oral
communication, reading comprehension, and written communication.
They learn how to use and organize their time, read faster with
comprehension, expand their vocabulary, take notes in class, keep
track of assignments,
interpret and analyze graphic information, and adopt effective
communication strategies.
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LEVEL |
The Weekly Hours for English &
Study Skills |
Total |
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Writing |
Reading |
Listening |
Oral |
Study Skills |
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L1 X |
8 |
8 |
4 |
2 |
3 |
25 |
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L1 R |
8 |
8 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
23 |
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L2 |
8 |
8 |
2 |
2 |
* |
20 |
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L3 |
6 |
6 |
2 |
2 |
* |
16 |
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Study Skills in Levels 2 & 3 are
integrated in English and other subjects.
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