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    Medical English 3 Course

    Course Description

    Welcome to Medical English 3! This course features authentic and up-to date information in every lesson. Participants will be exposed to clear and straightforward language structure, with each unit containing a menu of learning outcomes, and an end-of-unit checklist with 'Can do' tick boxes. English will be presented in context, so participants can practice the language and skills they need for their job.  There are industry facts, figures, quotations, and terminology included at the top of various textbook pages.  

    Course Objectives

    In this class, participants will not only examine speaking, listening, writing, and reading activities, they will also look closely at industry specific grammar, language, and pronunciation. This course looks closely at the language around patient symptoms and care. When it comes to structure, participant will explore rabid tense change, comparative/superlatives, phrasal verbs, and sentence stresses. Participants will also look at some of the medical soft skills such as building rapport, giving advice, and identifying emotions. 

    Course Textbook

    Oxford English for Careers Medicine Book 2 units 1-6

    This book was written and checked by industry insiders. 

    Student Assessment

    You will be evaluated in a variety of ways throughout the course and receive feedback from the teacher to help you continue to improve your English language skills. Student assessment is based on the following criteria, on a scale of 100%. The passing grade is 75%.

    Assessment

    Task

    Percentage

    Task

    Percentage

    Participation

    25%

    Writing Final

    25%

    Homework

    25%

    Oral Final

    25%

    Attendance Policy

    Students cannot miss more than 8 hours (20%) of class time in order to pass the course. Late arrivals are counted towards the 8-hour limit. Students who are absent for two consecutive classes will receive a phone call from the EL Department to check on reasons for absences. 

    Class Rules

    • Arrive to class on time.

    • Be prepared to participate in class activities.

    • Bring the class textbook and notebook to every class session.

    • Be sure your mobile phone is on silent and out of sight.

    • Do not bring food or drinks into class

    • Complete all home assignments before class. (This helps ensure that you progress more quickly!)

                WELCOME TO CLASS! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE! 

    We welcome any comments/suggestions/concerns you may have. Feel free to contact the EL Department or call at 71 145 700 EXT: 6718.

     

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