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    This document provides a course outline for English Language (GSEL 131) at Ghana Communication Technology University. The course is offered in the first semester to first year students. It aims to help students improve their English communication skills. Key topics covered include sentence structure, metadiscourse resources, paragraphing, avoiding redundancy, proper modifier usage, and basic speech sounds. Assessment is based on midterm and final exams, assignments, and class participation. Required and recommended reading materials are also listed.

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    GHANA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY

    COURSE OUTLINE
    FACULTY OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
    DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
    BTE / BCE / BEEE

    ENGLISH LANGUAGE

    COURSE CODE:
    GSEL 131
    LEVEL: 100
    SEMESTER/ACADEMIC YEAR : FIRST SEM. JAN. 2023

    CREDIT HOURS: 2
    LECTURER: GIFTY BUDU
    OFFICE LOCATION : HOSTEL BLOCK B ROOM 28, TESANO
    CAMPUS
    PHONE NUMBER: 0244863756
    EMAIL: gbudu@gtuc.edu.gh
    CONTACT HOURS THURSDAY 2:30-4: 30 PM
    E-LEARNING LINK
    https://gtuconline.gctu.edu.gh/online/

    1
    COURSE DESCRIPTION
    English Language focuses on language learning in general. Language is important because it is
    an effective tool for socialization. Therefore, our ability to function effectively and efficiently in
    almost all spheres of life depends fundamentally on our language skills.
    The Course lays emphasis on both Theoretical and Practical Aspects of language. The principal
    aim is to Understand and Use English in appropriate context. This provides a review and
    reinforcement of basic English Language skills to enable students to expand their performance
    repertoire in all areas.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES


    At the end of the course the student should be able to:
     use English in appropriate contexts;
     develop further the language skills and competencies already acquired;
     improve his communicative competence and confidence to communicate.

    COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES


     Read extensively on the topic before each class meeting.
     Students should be regular and punctual to class.
     Participate in class discussions.
     Submit assignments on time.

    TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS


     Face-face and Online Lectures
     Presentations

    2
     Activity method
     Individual / Group Tasks

    LITERATURE AND READING MATERIALS

    Essential Readings
    Akpanglo-Nartey, J.N. (1989). A Phonetic Course for Non-Native Speakers of English. Sakumo
    Books.
    Eastwood, J. (1999). Oxford Practice Grammar. (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press.
    Murthy, J.D. (2007). Contemporary English Grammar. Lagos: Book Master.
    Quagie, J. K. (2010). English: A Tool for Communication for Universities and Tertiary
    Institution. Accra: Hybrid Publications.
    Underhill, A. (2005). Sound Foundations. Learning and Teaching Pronunciation: Oxford:
    Macmillan Publishers Ltd.

    Recommended Readings
    Aarts, B. (2001). English Syntax and Artgumentation. (2nd ed.). Palgrave.
    Anderson, J.A. (2011). A Complete Course in Oral English. Accra: Kwadwoan.
    Asadi, A. (2018). Enhancing Writing Skills of English Learners through Metadiscourse
    Resources. Mextesol Journal, 42(3).
    Roach, P. (1991). English Phonetics and Phonology. Cambridge University Press.
    Sekyi – Baidoo, Y. (2002). Semantics: An Introduction. Wilas Press Ltd.
    Soundararaj, F. (2012). Basics of Communication in English: Soft Skills for Listening, Speaking,
    Reading & Writing. India: Macmillan Publishers.
    Tallerman, M. (1998). Understanding Syntax. Arnold.
    Weeker, H.& Haegeman, L. (1985). A Modern Course in English Syntax. London: Croom
    Helm.
    Wells, J.C. (2000). Longman Pronunciation Dictionary. Pearson Education Ltd.
    Wiredu, J. (1999). Organised English Structure. Academic Publication.

    3
    Yankson, K. E. (1994). Better English through Concord for West African Students. Hampton
    Press.
    Yule, G. (1996). The study of Language. (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press.
    Other resources that are relevant online.

    COURSE ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE


    Grading Criteria
    Assessment type Grade
    Mid semester examination. 20%
    Attendance, class assignment and 20%
    participation in class.
    End of semester examination. 60%

    TOPICS AND COURSE SCHEDULE

    Week Topic Content Chapter


    Ref.
    1 Introduction of Overview of Course Content.
    course
    2 Structural STUDENT’S TASK: Read and make Murthy, J.D.
    Classification of notes with sentence examples on the (2007).
    Sentences following; Contemporary
    Simple Sentence, Compound Sentence, English Grammar.
    Complex Sentence, Compound-Complex Lagos: Book
    sentences (Class discussion). Master.
    Section 3 of
    Note the unique features of each sentence Chapter 2
    category.

    3 Metadiscourse Metadiscourse components in language. Asadi, A. (2018).


    Resources in Enhancing
    Identification and analysis of the
    language: Writing Skills of
    functions of these linguistic components

    4
    Hedges to enhance language skills set. English Learners
    through
    Boosters
    Metadiscourse
    Attitude markers Resources.
    Mextesol Journal,
    Engagement 42(3).
    markers
    Emah, S.S. &
    Self-mentions – Omachonu, C.G.
    singular and (2018). Functions
    plural self- of Cohesive
    mentions., Devices in Text
    Comprehension
    and Writing.
    International
    Journal of Trend
    in Scientific
    Research and
    Development,
    3(1). 79-84.

    4 Paragraphing in The concept of paragraphing Online resources


    academic writing
    Types of paragraphing
    Topic sentence
    Supporting sentences
    Concluding paragraph
    5 Overview of Explain a redundant phrase. Jungk, D. (2005).
    Redundancy in Applied Writing
    Reasons for avoiding redundancy in
    Language for Technicians
    language.
    New York:
    Change redundant phrases to concise McGraw-Hill
    language (Practical exercise). Companies, Inc..
    Chapter 2

    6 Mid semester
    examination

    5
    7 Misplaced and Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers: Quagie, J.K.
    dangling Forming sentences correctly for clarity (2010). English: A
    modifiers and comprehension Tool for
    Communication
    for Universities
    and Tertiary
    Institutions.
    Accra: Hybrid
    Publications.
    Chapter 4
    8 Introduction to Vowel segments Anderson, J.A.
    Basic English (2011). A
    Diphthongs
    Speech Sounds. Complete Course
    Approximants in Oral English.
    Accra:Kwadwoan.
    Recorded lecture Consonant segments
    Chapter 2
    on the sounds of
    English and the
    slides on moodle.
    Underhill, A.
    (2005). Sound
    Foundations.
    Oxford:
    Macmillan
    Publishers Ltd.
    Chapter 1
    9 Revision
    Keep learning without limits.

    10/11 End of Semester Good luck!


    Examination
    Keep learning without limits

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