elc induction 2011
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ELC Induction 2011. www.kcl.ac.uk/elc. Expectations. Tutors / supervisors expect students to be: Motivated Independent / taking responsibility for their own learning Engaged in the construction of knowledge To read widely to supplement lectures and seminars Critical - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Expectations
Tutors / supervisors expect students to be:
• Motivated• Independent / taking responsibility for their own
learning• Engaged in the construction of knowledge •To read widely to supplement lectures and seminars• Critical • Develop own ‘voice’
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What skills do I need to succeed?
• Ability to understand academic culture and to communicate effectively within the academic community
• Ability to research effectively• Ability to consider how the reading and ideas
from lectures relate to your own ideas, contexts & professional lives
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Insessional or Study Skills?• First or second (third, fourth….) language?
• Have you studied in the UK before?
• Academic Skills v Language
• Writing diagnostic task online
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Insessional Support •Introduction to Academic Writing•Plagiarism: Using sources effectively•Text Structure•Developing Skills in Critical Analysis•Academic Vocabulary / Academic Grammar• Turnitin•Pronunciation Skills•Seminar Skills •Presentation / Poster Presentation Skills
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Study Skills
• Principles of Academic Writing• Making the transition to UG & PG study• Using Sources Effectively• Academic Argument and Writing Critically• Turnitin• Proof-reading Skills• Presentation / Poster Presentation Skills
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1 -1 Sessions with an ELC Adviser• Provide advice on courses available to develop academic English and study skills
• Answer your questions relating to language, style, coherence and overall structure of work in progress
Appointments take place:
Tuesdays 14.00 – 15.00 Guy’s Campus
Tuesdays 15.00 – 16.00 Waterloo Campus
Wednesdays 14.00 – 15.00 Strand Campus
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Next Steps
1. Think about what your strengths are as a learner and what areas you might want some help with.
September / October is the time to do this, not May
2. Look at our website, which has all the information you will need www.kcl.ac.uk/elc and apply online for courses.
3. Contact us if you have any questions or problems:
Email us at [email protected]
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www.kcl.ac.uk/elc