International Student and Scholar Services is posting this announcement as a public service. For
more information, contact
Lena Knowles at
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Thank you.
Bob Chudy
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Focus on Pronunciation
3/3/14-4/30/14 (8 weeks)
Monday & Wednesday (no classes during Spring break)
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Fee: $150
Location: Whetten Graduate Center 301 (WGC on UConn Map)
Instructor: Cynthia DeRoma
In this course, students will develop tools to work on their pronunciation both in and out of class. The goal is not to eliminate a foreign
accent, but instead to have a command of spoken English that will enable participants to convey and understand intended meanings and attitudes. Topics covered will include individual sounds, sound combinations, stress, vowel reduction, linking, rhythm, intonation,
focus, pauses, and conversational speech. Content can be adapted to suit the group's needs.
Oral Communication & Presentation
3/3/14-4/30/14 (8 weeks)
Monday & Wednesday (no classes during Spring break)
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Fee: $150
Location: Whetten Graduate Center 301 (WGC on UConn Map)
Instructor: Cynthia DeRoma
This course will help participants develop oral skills necessary for academic success as a student, instructor, or presenter. In the first
session, we will work on identifying problem areas and setting up goals. The specific contents will then be determined based on the groups’ needs and interests, but usually include an overview of American English pronunciation, characteristics of effective
presentations, expectations of American academic audiences, and cultural issues. Attendees will leave with a plan for continuing improvement.
Academic Writing
3/4/14-5/1/14 (8 weeks)
Tuesday & Thursday (no classes during Spring break)
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Fee: $150
Location: Whetten Graduate Center 301 (WGC on UConn Map)
Instructor: TBA
This course is designed for international students from all disciplines who need to improve their writing skills to write clear, cohesive
papers that meet American academic standards. While the actual content of the course will vary depending on each audience's needs, topics will generally include organization, academic integrity, using sources (quoting, summarizing, paraphrasing, citing), cohesion,
coherence, and editing. Grammar and vocabulary will be addressed as needed.
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**Please contact Lena Knowles at UCAELI with your Peoplesoft number for enrollment.
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