This course develops reading skills,
builds vocabulary, and makes reading more enjoyable. The reading passages are
taken not only from magazines and newspapers, but also from popular classic
stories. These extracts, specially adapted for learners of English, provide a
practical way to introduce extensive reading into the classroom.
Intended learning outcomes
By the end of this course students should be able to:
1. Make students feel more confident reading in English.
2. Develop strategies for reading difficult texts.
3. Develop key skills such as predicting, scanning, and identifying main ideas.
4. Discourage students from using a dictionary to find out the meaning of every word they don't know.
5. Develop reading fluency and encourage reading for pleasure.
Teaching and learning methods
The lecturer uses a variety of teaching methods. For example, the teacher gives classroom discussions, the use of collaborative learning by working in groups. The lecturer tries to make the class learner-centred by the use of different activities and tasks.
Methods of assessments
Midterm 40 marks.
Final exam: 60 marks.
Additional Information:
Ray, R. R. & Yamanaka, J. 2007. Cover to Cover 2. Oxford University Press.
