Advanced Listening Speaking. ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

Prerequisite(s): Department Approval For students whose native language is other than English. Explores American culture through an in-depth critical analysis of American fundamental values and beliefs while eliciting critical reflection upon the learners' own native cultures. Provides a variety of speaking opportunities from informal discussions to public speaking. Emphasizes listening in advanced academic situations such as lecture note-taking and summarizing audio news excerpts. Develops academic vocabulary, increases fluency, reduces grammatical errors, and incorporates advanced features of pronunciation, stress, intonation and linking in oral communication. Includes weekly use of the UVU Language Lab.