English Communication

SYLLABUS COVERED
FIRST SEMESTER COURSE CODE: 10310 AECC 1:
ENGLISH COMMUNICATION
CREDITS ASSIGNED: 2 CREDITS COURSE

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the theory, fundamentals and tools of communication and to develop in them vital communication skills which should be integral to personal, social and professional interactions. One of the critical links among human beings and an important thread that binds society together is the ability to share thoughts, emotions and ideas through various means of communication: both verbal and non-verbal. In the context of rapid globalization and increasing recognition of social and cultural pluralities,
the significance of clear and effective communication has substantially enhanced. The present course hopes to address some of these aspects through an interactive mode of teaching learning process and by focusing on various dimensions of communication skills. Some of these are: Language of communication, various speaking skills such as
personal communication, social interactions and communication in professional situations such as interviews, group discussions and office environments, important reading skills as well as writing skills such as report writing, note-taking etc. While, to an extent, the art of communication is natural to all living beings, in today’s world of complexities, it has also acquired some elements of science.

UNIT I: COMMUNICATION: THEORY AND TYPES
Theory of Communication, Types and modes of Communication
Verbal and Non-verbal
(Spoken and Written)
Personal, Social and Business
Barriers and Strategies
Intra-personal, Inter-personal and Group communication

UNIT II : SPEAKING SKILLS:
Monologue
Dialogue
Group Discussion
Effective Communication/ Mis- Communication
Interview
Public Speech

UNIT III : READING AND UNDERSTANDING
Close Reading
Comprehension
Summary
Paraphrasing
Analysis and Interpretation
Translation (from Indian language to English and vice-versa)
Literary/Knowledge Texts

UNIT IV : WRITING SKILLS:
Documenting
Report Writing
Making notes
Letter writing