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General Academic English

This course is part of Learn English Specialization.

Course Cost

Free course

Intermediate

Skill Level

7 Hours

Self-paced lessons

This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Learn English Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.

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Fang Yang

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Wenxia Zhang

Wenxia Zhang

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17,653 Enrolled

English

Fang Yang

Fang Yang

Wenxia Zhang

Wenxia Zhang

What you'll learn

  • Develop academic reading and writing skills

  • Enhance vocabulary across various disciplines

  • Improve academic discussion abilities

  • Master research presentation techniques

  • Strengthen listening comprehension

  • Practice academic writing in multiple fields

Skills you'll gain

Academic Writing
English Vocabulary
Research Skills
Critical Thinking
Discussion Skills
Presentation Skills
Reading Comprehension
Listening Skills
Academic English

This course includes:

6.2 Hours PreRecorded video

26 assignments

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

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There are 7 modules in this course

This comprehensive academic English course covers six main topics: art, man and nature, social issues, engineering and technology, psychology, and economics and management. Through diverse content and interactive learning methods, students develop essential academic English skills including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, featuring group discussions, research projects, and skill-building exercises. Each module includes vocabulary development, academic writing practice, and topic-specific content to build well-rounded language proficiency.

Art

Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete

Man and Nature

Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete

Social Issues

Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete

Engineering and Technology

Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete

Psychology

Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete

Economics and Management

Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete

Final Test

Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete

Fee Structure

Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Learn English Specialization

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Faculties

These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

Fang Yang

4.6

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Dr. Fang Yang serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at Tsinghua University, where she specializes in teaching English for Academic Purposes. Her academic career includes experience as a visiting scholar at Baylor University, enhancing her understanding of cross-cultural language education. Through her Coursera courses, including "Conversational English Skills," "General Academic English," and "Just Reading and Writing English," she helps international students develop practical English language skills for academic and professional contexts. Her teaching methodology combines traditional academic rigor with practical communication skills, focusing on helping non-native English speakers navigate academic environments effectively. Her expertise spans both written and spoken English, with particular emphasis on academic writing and presentation skills for university-level students
Wenxia Zhang

4.5

18

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36,916

Students

3

Courses

Dr. Wenxia Zhang serves as Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at Tsinghua University, where she co-teaches several foundational English language courses. Her expertise focuses on academic English instruction and writing skills development. Through her three Coursera courses, she has reached over 33,000 students globally: "General Academic English," which covers topics from art to economics and management, and the two-part series "Just Reading and Writing English," which progressively builds students' reading and writing capabilities from basic to intermediate levels. The courses feature a comprehensive approach to English language instruction, incorporating cultural studies, academic writing, and practical communication skills. Her teaching methodology emphasizes interactive learning through video lessons, assignments, and peer reviews, maintaining high student satisfaction ratings. Working alongside Dr. Fang Yang, she has helped develop a structured curriculum that guides students from conversational English to advanced academic writing skills.
General Academic English

Intermediate

Skill Level

7 Hours

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

Free course

Completion

CERTIFICATE

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