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English Language Proficiency Course

The BAS155/BAS255 English Language Lab course aims to enhance students' English language proficiency through software-based learning and interactive communication skills. It includes practical activities focused on reading, writing, listening, speaking, and presentation skills, as well as computer-assisted language learning aligned with the CEFR. Upon completion, students will be equipped with professional communication skills applicable in various contexts, including workplace and academic settings.

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English Language Proficiency Course

The BAS155/BAS255 English Language Lab course aims to enhance students' English language proficiency through software-based learning and interactive communication skills. It includes practical activities focused on reading, writing, listening, speaking, and presentation skills, as well as computer-assisted language learning aligned with the CEFR. Upon completion, students will be equipped with professional communication skills applicable in various contexts, including workplace and academic settings.

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BAS155 / BAS255 : ENGLISH LANGUAGE LAB

Course Objectives:
1. To facilitate software based learning to provide the required English Language proficiency
to students.
2. To acquaint students with specific dimensions of communication skills i.e. Reading, Writing,
Listening, Thinking and Speaking.
3. To train students to use the correct and error-free writing by being well versed in rules of
English grammar.
4. To cultivate relevant technical style of communication and presentation at their work place
and also for academic uses.
5. To enable students to apply it for practical and oral presentation purposes by being honed
up in presentation skills and voice-dynamics.

Professional Communication Lab shall have two parts:

1-Interactive Communication Skills:


Students should practice the language with variety of activities and exercises based on
employability skills. Interactive and Communicative Practical with emphasis on Oral
Presentation/Spoken Communication, based on International Phonetic Alphabets
(I.P.A.)

LIST OF PRACTICALS

1. Group Discussion: Practical based on Accurate and Current Grammatical Patterns.

2. Conversational Skills for Interviews under suitable Professional Communication Lab


conditions with emphasis on Kinesics.

3. Communication Skills for Seminars/Conferences/Workshops with emphasis on


Paralinguistic/Kinesics.

4. Presentation Skills for Technical Paper/Project Reports/ proposals based on


proper Stress and Intonation Mechanics
5. Official/Public Speaking practice sessions based on suitable Rhythmic Patterns.
6. Theme Presentation/ Keynote Presentation based on correct methodologies of
argumentation
7. Individual Speech Delivery/Conferencing with skills to defend Interjections/Quizzes.
8. Argumentative Skills/Role Play Presentation with Stress and Intonation.
9. Comprehension Skills based on Reading and Listening Practical’s on a model Audio
10. Startup presentations, Video portfolio, Extempore, Role play, Just a Minute (JAM) etc.

2-Computer assisted software based Language Learning:


Software based self-guided learning to provide the required English language proficiency
to students from an employability and career readiness standpoint. The software should
align to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and deliver a
CEFR level – B2 upon completion.
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Course Outcome:
1. Students will be enabled to understand the basic objective of the course by being acquainted
with specific dimensions of communication skills i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening, Thinking and
Speaking.

2. Students would be able to create substantial base by the formation of strong professional
vocabulary for its application at different platforms and through numerous modes as
Comprehension, reading, writing and speaking etc.
3. Students will apply it at their work place for writing purposes such as Presentation/official
drafting/administrative communication and use it for document/project/report/research paper
writing.
4. Students will be made to evaluate the correct and error-free writing by being well-versed in
rules of English grammar and cultivate relevant technical style of communication &presentation
at their work place and also for academic uses.
5. Students will apply it for practical and oral presentation purposes by being honed up in
presentation skills and voice-dynamics. They will apply techniques for developing interpersonal
communication skills and positive attitude leading to their professional competence.

Suggested Softwares:
• Oxford Achiever by Oxford University Press.
• Cambridge English Empower by Cambridge University Press.
• MePro. by Pearson India Education Services Pvt. Ltd.
• New Interactions by McGraw-Hill India.

Reference Books:
1. Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis, [Link] Pub. & Distributors, 2009, Delhi.
2. Manual of Practical Communication by L.U.B. Pandey; A.I.T.B.S. Publications India Ltd.; Krishan
Nagar,2013, Delhi
3. Practical Communication Process & Practice, LU.B. Pandey: A.I.T.B.S. Pub. India Ltd Krishna
Nagar, Delhi, 2013.
4. English Grammar and Usage by R.P. Sinha, Oxford University Press, 2005, New Delhi.
5. English Grammar, Composition and Usage by [Link] & [Link], Macmillan India Ltd.,
New Delhi.
6. Effective Communication Skill, Kulbhusan Kumar, RS Salaria, Khanna Publishing House
7. English Grammar & Composition by Wren & Martin, [Link] & Co. Ltd., New Delhi.
8. Communication Skills for Engineers and Scientists, Sangeeta Sharma [Link]. PHI Learning [Link],
2011, New Delhi.
9. Personality Development, Harold R. Wallace &[Link] Masters, Cengage Learning, New Delhi
10. Personality Development & Soft Skills, Barun [Link], Oxford University Press, 2012 New Delhi.
11. Business Correspondence and Report Writing by Prof. R.C. Sharma & Krishna Mohan, Tata
McGraw Hill & Co. Ltd., 2001, New Delhi.
12. Developing Communication Skills by Krishna Mohan, Meera Bannerji- Macmillan India Ltd. 1990,
Delhi.
13. Spoken English- A manual of Speech and Phonetics by [Link] & [Link], Orient
Blackswan, 2013, New Delhi.
14. Business English by Ken Taylor, Orient Blackswan, 2011, New Delhi

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The reference books serve to reinforce various aspects of language learning, including vocabulary building, grammar proficiency, and effective communication skills. For instance, books like 'Word Power Made Easy' and 'English Grammar and Usage' focus on lexical and syntactical competence, while 'Effective Communication Skill' and 'Manual of Practical Communication' enhance interpersonal and technical communication skills, aligning with the course's overall objectives .

Language Labs employ a combination of practical exercises, such as group discussions, interviews, and role-plays, with technical style training for writing and presentations. This approach ensures that students not only learn theoretical aspects but also develop practical speaking, listening, and compositional skills necessary for workplace communication, effectively bridging the academic-workplace gap .

Interactive Communication Skills enhance employability by simulating real-world scenarios such as group discussions, interviews, presentations, and role plays. By practicing these activities, students develop vital skills such as articulating thoughts clearly, defending arguments, and responding effectively to interjections, which are crucial for maintaining professionalism and competence in job contexts .

The English Language Lab course aims to enable students to write correctly and error-free by deeply understanding English grammar rules. It also aims to cultivate a technical style of communication that is relevant in both workplace and academic settings, ultimately enhancing their ability to compose documents, project reports, and research papers effectively .

English Language Labs use specialized software that aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to deliver English proficiency up to the B2 level. This software-based, self-guided approach focuses on employability and career readiness by covering essential communication skills like reading, writing, listening, thinking, and speaking .

The IPA aids in enhancing spoken communication by providing students with a consistent method of learning pronunciation. By using the IPA, students learn to produce accurate and intelligible English sounds, which are vital for effective oral communication, ultimately leading to improved presentation and conference-speaking capabilities .

The English Language Lab fosters professional competence by providing training in presentation skills, voice dynamics, and interpersonal communication. This comprehensive skillset promotes self-esteem and a positive attitude, enabling students to approach professional challenges with confidence and adaptability, thereby enhancing their overall professional demeanor .

Communication skills in reading, writing, listening, thinking, and speaking are crucial for professional success as they enable students to articulate ideas clearly, engage in effective dialogue, respond appropriately to others, and present information in a structured manner. Academically, these skills support comprehension and analysis of complex texts, enhance learning effectiveness, and facilitate academic writing and presentations .

Reaching CEFR level B2 equips students with the capability to engage in complex discussions and express themselves fluently in both academic and professional settings. This proficiency level supports participation in detailed text comprehension, effective communication during interviews and presentations, and the confident use of language in varied social and workplace situations .

Presentation skills taught in the lab equip students to convey information clearly and confidently, facilitating impactful academic work such as defending theses and contributing to scholarly conferences. Professionally, these skills enable students to pitch ideas persuasively during meetings and interviews, thereby enhancing their influence and effectiveness within an organization .

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