English 4

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English 4 Outline:

Following are the units of English 4 of the Generic BS Nursing. You can also download the full English full course by Clicking Here. 
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Unit No

        Topic

1.     

Reflective Writing

2.     

Reading

3.     

Grammar and

4.     

APA Style of Writing

5.     

Oral Presentation

 

Unit I Reflective Writing (Download)

This unit focuses on Reflective writing in medical context .The course builds on learner’s skills in documenting reflections in an organized form.

By the end of this unit, you will be able to learn the following.

1. Read and analyze a reflective text

2. Use word and phrases to express their own thoughts

3. Use appropriate sentence structure

4. Narrate and analyze incidents

5. Use basic level of reflections.

 

Unit II Reading 

This unit focuses on analytical reading. The course builds on the learner’s skills to read and analyze the text critically.

By the end of this unit, you will be able to learn the following.

1. Comprehend texts

2. Identify the main ideas

3. Understand the writer’s point of view

4. Analyze different parts of the text.

 

Unit III Grammar and Structures

This unit focuses on using grammar and written structure appropriately. The course builds on learner’s skills in using grammar and written structure.

By the end of this unit, you will be able to learn the followings.

1. Identify basic sentence structure (Download)

2. Avoid sentence fragments

3. Add information to an independent clause

4. Learn ways to connect sentences

5. Avoid run-on sentences and the comma splice (Download)

6. Understand and use complex prepositions. (Download)

 

Unit IV APA Style of Writing (Download)

This unit introduces you to the writing style described in the publication manual of the American Psychological Association. This unit enhances learner’s skills in using APA style of writing.

By the end of this unit, you will be able to learn the following.

1. Understand the difference between a reference list and citation;

2. Know the difference between quotation-summary-paraphrase.

3. Cite references for:

- one work by one author

- one work by multiple authors

- two or more works within the same parentheses

- personal communication

- specific parts of a source.

 

Unit V Oral Presentation (Download)

This unit focuses on developing presentations skills of the learners. This will assist them how to make presentations in their academic and professional environment.

By the end of this unit, you will be able to learn the following.

1. Understand elements of a good presentation

2. Know how to make well organized and clear presentation

3. Focus on the purpose

4. Understand the significance of the audience

5. Develop clarity and accuracy in presenting information

6. Handle questions raised by the audience

7. Make effective presentations

 

References:

1. American Psychological Association. Retrieved April 08, 2006, from http://www.apa.org/

2. Barnet, S., & Bedan, H. (1996).Current issues and enduring questions: A guide to critical thinking argument with reading (4th ed.). Boston: Bedford.

3. Curationis. (2002). Reflective journal writing: how it promotes reflective thinking in clinical nursing education: a you' perspective. Retrieved April 4, 2006 from http://www.accelerated-learning-online.com/research/reflective-journal-writing-promotes-reflective-thinking-clinical.asp

4. Eastwood, J. (2004). Oxford practice grammar. Karachi: Oxford University Press.

5. Gelfand, H., & Charles J. Walker, J. C. (Eds.). (2001). Mastering APA style: Instructor’s resource guide (5th ed.).Washington: American Psychological Association.

6. Gelfand, H., & Charles J. Walker, J. C. (Eds.). (2001). Mastering APA style: Student's work book and training guide (5th ed.). Washington: American Psychological Association.

7. Glendinning, E. H., & Holmstrom, B. (2004). Study teaching: A course in reading skills for academic purposes (2nd ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

8. Hecker, T., Amon, J., & Nickoli, E,.(2001) Reflective Writing in Nursing. Retrieved April 10, 2006 from http://www.cariboo.bc.ca/Disciplines/eng309/nursing/nursing.htm

9. Howe, D. H., Kirkpatrick,T. A., & Kirkpatrick, D. L.(2004). English for undergraduates. Karachi: Oxford University Press.

10. Moon, J. A. (1999). Reflections in learning and professional development. London: Kogan Page.

11. Maker, J., & Lenie. M. (1996). Academic reading with active critical thinking. Cambridge: Wadsworth.

12. Murphy, R. (1989).Grammar in use: Reference and practice for intermediate you of English. New York: Cambridge University Press.

13. Parks, A. F., Levernier, J. A. C., & Hollowell, I. M. (2001). Structuring paragraphs and essays: A guide to effective writing (5th ed.). Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s.

14. Rinvolucri, M. (2004). Grammar games: Cognitive effective and drama activities for EFL you. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

15. Ruetten, M. K. (2004). Focus on writing: Developing composition skills through instruction and practice 1. Singapore: Learners Publishing.

16. Smaley, R. L., Ruetten, M. K., & Kozyrer, J. R. (2004). Focus on Writing: Refining composition skills through instruction and practice 2. Singapore: Learners Publishing