English For Academic Purposes (eap) Insessional Support Programme

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Insessional Support Programme

COURSE CODE

LN985

COURSE TITLE

Presentation and Pronunciation Skills To develop understanding of the structure, format and delivery of an academic presentation suitable for LSE. To introduce and practice the planning and execution of a successful presentation.

AIMS

To establish and practise the key elements of presentation delivery.

OBJECTIVES

To have successfully delivered a practice presentation based on authentic LSE coursework which includes – • appropriate choice of topic and academic focus • effective structuring and design • knowledge of transition strategies • effective use of visual support materials and physical space • well-judged language delivery - pausing, stresstiming, voice projection, tone and pace

STUDENT PROFILE

LSE students who wish to develop their pronunciation and presenting skills.

INDICATIVE CONTENT

Below is a guide to what we are likely to cover in the coming weeks. Please note that it may be subject to change to meet specific needs. The course will include the use of essays, dissertations, journal pieces and academic texts to ensure relevance.

Presentation - Planning an academic presentation – ‘what LSE wants’, structure, functions, golden rules etc. Week 1 Pronunciation - Pausing, rhythm/stress-timing Short group practice, short individual practice Presentation - Running the presentation, using space, using slides/visuals and notes Week 2 Pronunciation - Linking (vocabulary and strategy), voice projection, pace Practice Presentation 1

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Presentation – Argument, staging and transition strategies Week 3 Pronunciation - Intonation, further stress-timing and individual sounds Presentation - Overview/recap and practice using authentic texts/materials Week 4 Pronunciation - Overview/recap and practice using authentic texts/materials Delivery of presentations

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