Introduction to Academic English for Humanities and SS (ESPU1014)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify relevant and irrelevant ideas in adapted academic CEFR B1-B2 source texts to then synthesize and categorize the relevant ones and produce a 5-paragraph outline
2. Interpret (or restate) and paraphrase concepts and data accurately from source texts to compose a 5-paragraph essay consisting of 450-500 words
3. Apply APA Sixth Edition Style referencing conventions to cite data/statistics, research studies and expert opinions
4. Employ a range of cohesive devices to link ideas within and between paragraphs
5. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations

Introduction to Academic English For Science (ESPU102)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify relevant and irrelevant ideas in adapted academic CEFR B1-B2 source texts to then synthesize and categorize the relevant ones and produce a 5-paragraph outline.
2. Interpret (or restate) and paraphrase concepts and data accurately from source texts to compose a 5-paragraph essay consisting of 400-500 words.
3. Apply APA Sixth Edition Style referencing conventions to cite data/statistics, research studies and expert opinions.
4. Employ a range of cohesive devices to link ideas within and between paragraphs.
5. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations.

Introduction to Academic English For Education (ESPU103)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Synthesize ideas from adapted educational disciplinary readings to identify and categorize information
2. Annotate, paraphrase, and summarize main ideas and supporting details from academic readings
3. Differentiate between research sources and cite data/statistics, research, and expert opinion in APA Style
4. Produce Descriptive and Problem, Solution, & Evaluation Essays applying academic writing structure
5. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations

Introduction to Academic English For Business (ESPU104)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Utilize reading skills to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant ideas in source texts and then synthesize and categorize the relevant ones
2. Annotate, paraphrase, and summarize main ideas and supporting details from academic readings
3. Exhibit professional and ethical workplace behavior, including the use of APA style to accurately cite data/statistics, research, and expert opinion
4. Utilize academic source texts to compose a 5 paragraph essay, consisting of 450-500 words, and shows application of academic writing structure for each of the following business report types: Analytical (i.e. a descriptive), Proposal (i.e. problem-solution) and Investigative (i.e. cause-effect)
5. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations

English for Law I (ESPU1052)

This mobile-learning enhanced course aims to help students understand and use English legal terminology with particular reference to contracts, international agreements and basic business law. Students build up their legal vocabulary and their academic reading and writing skills in order to read and write legal and law-related documents, ranging from professional emails to case studies to basic business contracts to research reports. Oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of a presentation on a legal topic. The correct use of citation is also taught.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Develop understanding of selected academic and legal vocabulary (definition, part of speech, spelling, synonyms, Arabic translation, specific legal usage) for contracts, business types, labour law and intellectual property, as outlined in the ESPU1052 Vocabulary List
2. Skim and scan complex legal texts, such as legal contracts and current UAE Law, to discover specific information to answer legal questions
3. Analyze adapted academic texts in a legal context, from legal agreements, newspaper articles or lawyer-client dialogs, to demonstrate comprehension and/or answer specific questions related to simulated client needs
4. Produce short written paragraphs in response to client questions to demonstrate understanding of specific legal information, use the defined vocabulary in a legal context, and use appropriate structures (grammar, punctuation) to ensure clarity and precision of ideas
5. Create and/or adapt simple formal legal documents, such as contracts, demonstrating understanding of defined legal vocabulary, appropriate written structures, specific client needs, and legal formatting

Introduction to Academic English For Food & Agriculture (ESPU106)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply APA Sixth Edition Style referencing conventions to cite data/statistics, research studies and expert opinions
2. Employ a range of cohesive devices to link ideas within and between paragraphs
3. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations
4. Identify relevant and irrelevant ideas in adapted academic CEFR B1-B2 source texts to then synthesize and categorize the relevant ones and produce a 5-paragraph outline
5. Interpret (or restate) and paraphrase concepts and data accurately from source texts to compose a 5-paragraph essay consisting of 450-500 words

Introduction to Academic English For Engineering (ESPU107)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify relevant and irrelevant ideas in adapted academic CEFR B1-B2 source texts to then synthesize and categorize the relevant ones and produce a 5-paragraph outline
2. Interpret (or restate) and paraphrase concepts and data accurately from source texts to compose a 5-paragraph essay consisting of 450-500 words
3. Apply APA Sixth Edition Style referencing conventions to cite data/statistics, research studies and expert opinions
4. Employ a range of cohesive devices to link ideas within and between paragraphs
5. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations

Introduction to Academic English for Information Technology I (ESPU1081)

The aim of this mobile-learning enhanced course is to introduce students to conventions of academic English with respect to reading, writing and oral communication skills. Academic reading and writing skills are developed through the reading of disciplinary academic texts, the study of academic essay models and the writing of short academic texts based on research. Academic oral communication skills are developed with particular reference to the effective preparation and delivery of an academic presentation. The correct use of paraphrasing and APA citation are also taught and used throughout.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify relevant and irrelevant ideas in adapted academic CEFR B1-B2 source texts to then synthesize and categorize the relevant ones and produce a 5-paragraph outline
2. Interpret (or restate) and paraphrase concepts and data accurately from source texts to compose a 5-paragraph essay consisting of 450-500 words
3. Apply APA Sixth Edition Style referencing conventions to cite data/statistics, research studies and expert opinions
4. Employ a range of cohesive devices to link ideas within and between paragraphs
5. Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in oral presentations

Business Writing in English (ESPU240)

The aims of this mobile-learning enhanced course are to develop workplace skills including professional writing, presentation skills, performance readiness, as well as academic abilities. Workplace writing, specifically the improvement of business etiquette, audience-appropriate language and content are targeted, while professional presentation skills that focus on content appropriateness, organization, media choice and effective delivery are covered as well as the multicultural and behavioral skills needed for career success. Additionally, academic writing with a focus on in-depth research, referencing and citations to prepare students for further education is taught.

Credit Hours : 3

Prerequisites

• ESPU1014 with a minimum grade D or ESPU102 with a minimum grade D or ESPU103 with a minimum grade D or ESPU104 with a minimum grade D or ESPU106 with a minimum grade D or ESPU107 with a minimum grade D or ESPU1081 with a minimum grade D

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Create professional written communications which respond appropriately to a variety of situational and ethical issues
2. Demonstrate critical and creative thinking by researching and utilizing accurate data to solve business issues, both in written and oral format
3. Utilize paraphrasing, APA and business-style citations and referencing to ethically cite information sources in written documents
4. Demonstrate proactive behavior towards team and individual responsibilities and deadlines, and respectful inclusiveness in providing feedback and conflict resolution
5. Synthesize, organize and communicate key information orally using supporting technology and verbal/non-verbal skills to deliver engaging, professional presentations

Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (GEIE222)

Developed as a Stanford-informed approach to learning innovation and entrepreneurship, this course offers skills that can be applied to any high-growth enterprise or other organization in the UAE. The class is composed of two modules encompassing 1) Design Thinking, 2) Entrepreneurship and Leadership. Throughout the course, students will develop creativity and entrepreneurship mindsets, teamwork, taking and managing responsibility, ethical decision-making and critical thinking skills. Optimised for a class size of 25 to 30 students, the course is taught in two 75-minute sessions over 16 weeks, and is appropriate for undergraduate students at a second year level (30+ credit hours). *** GEIE222 is supported with a once weekly English language lab of 50 minutes ***

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Differentiate between design thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and possess a shared vocabulary for the process elements of each.
2. Examine the importance of entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystems to healthy society and economies.
3. Demonstrate skills for formation of effective teams and practices for team culture development that respect diversity.
4. Learn how to differentiate between an idea and a viable opportunity.
5. Recognize how to connect design thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurship to their own career development and paths.
6. Apply 21st century skills such as collaboration, communication, creativity, organization, and problem solving.

Information Literacy (GEIL101)

In this course, students will be equipped with information literacy skills, communications skills, critical thinking and lifelong learning skills. Information literacy skills cover how to locate, access, evaluate and use information ethically. Communication skills cover how to communicate and present information and findings effectively. The course delivery method enables students to develop and apply the 21st century skills and Information Literacy skills. Throughout the course, students will be engaged in active, self-directed and oriented tasks.

Credit Hours : 3

Prerequisites

• ENGU130 with a minimum grade D

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Determine information needs based on a research question.
2. Search, locate and access information from various sources for academic purposes.
3. Evaluate the quality of information and its sources.
4. Use information ethically.
5. Present and communicate research findings effectively.

Fourth Industrial Revolution (GEIT112)

With the rapid technological development and transformation, the world now is amidst the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This revolution is very much driven by intelligence in powering decision-making and processes. This course is designed to offer students an introduction to Fourth Industrial Revolution and provides a coverage of key Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies and trends; the changes it will generate and the benefits of its application; the different provided opportunities and posed challenges; and how organizations can reap Fourth Industrial Revolution benefits.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Explain Fourth Industrial Revolution concepts, components, opportunities, drivers and challenges.
2. Compare different technologies involved in Fourth Industrial Revolution.
3. Discuss individuals and societal Fourth Industrial Revolution impacts.
4. Develop lifelong Fourth Industrial Revolution skills.

Sustainability (GESU121)

Today, the world we live in is facing challenges from numerous facets: food scarcity, energy demands, climate change and a population that is projected to increase. This course, therefore, focuses on sustainability as one of the dominant global concerns from an environmental, economic and social point of view. It is an urgent issue that is facing the world not only in our current century, but beyond. The course will introduce the major components of sustainability: definition, monitoring and assessment. Furthermore, the course will assist students in developing the core concepts of sustainable management from local to regional to global view points. Finally, case studies from the UAE, the region and the world will be used as real-world examples for students’ reports and presentations.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the basics of sustainability as it relates to the issues, processes and practices.
2. Recognize the importance of sustainable use of the natural resources globally regionally and locally.
3. Understand the ethical and social issues related to sustainable use of natural resources.
4. Translate the understanding of the sustainability challenges into solutions both in writing and verbally.

Rhetoric and Composition 2A (HSR100)

The courses cover a range of academic and communicative skills, although their outcomes are assessed separately. The courses cover themes relevant to students of the Humanities and Social Sciences such as Government and Leadership, Justice, Wealth and Poverty and Feminism. The instructor selects a minimum of four thematic areas from the range provided. These are based on the course book A World of Ideas [Ed Lee Jacobus) and a significant number of supplementary texts which bring a less Westernised bias to the material and link the themes to the learners' geographical and social context. The courses encourage the development of oral, aural, critical reading and academic writing skills.

Credit Hours : 3

Prerequisites

• ESPU1014 with a minimum grade D

Introduction to Heritage & Culture (HSR120)

This is an interdisciplinary course which integrates various ideas or themes from a variety of disciplines such as literature (Arabic and English), philosophy, history, art history, archeology, geography and cultural anthropology. The majority of materials and assignments will focus upon critical reading, reviews and discussions, thematic or chronological progressions. The course content will reflect upon unique and varied perspectives from a variety of sources such as Mediterranean, Middle Eastern/Arabic and Gulf regions and the importance and role that history and culture serves in fostering and understanding scholarly endeavors by previous generations and cultures. The focus will be primarily upon reading and writing skills, critical thinking, analytical criticism and group projects and research.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Be aware of aesthetic principles in Heritage and Culture
2. Demonstrate ability to analyze cultures and heritage of art both contemporary and historical
3. Recognize and execute the formal elements and principles of Heritage and Culture
4. Develop works that demonstrate also personal expression
5. Broaden the space of Cultural investigation through the knowledge of different Cultures and Heritages

Introduction to Language & Communication (HSR130)

This course covers the forms and functions of human communication and media in society. Students enrolled in the course learn the basic concepts of language, linguistics, translation, and media through an interdisciplinary perspective. It covers first and second language learning, the branches of linguistics, the relationships between languages, verbal and non-verbal communication, the nature of persuasion and the forms of translation. This course also makes students aware of the interrelationships within various disciplines in humanities and social sciences and informs them about their choice of majors.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Explain how language is acquired, what linguistics studies, how languages form families, and how writing evolved and changed society
2. Recognize the components of communication, the difference between verbal and non-verbal communication, and the uses of non-verbal communication
3. Analyze interpersonal, direct interpersonal, mediated interpersonal, and cross-cultural modes of communication
4. Describe accurately the role and elements of mass communication and the classifications of mass media
5. Explain the basic translation terms, problems encountered in translation and the criteria used to evaluate the quality of a translation
6. Demonstrate good understanding of a topic of their choice related to one of the themes of the course

Introduction to Society & Behavior (HSR140)

This course covers the basic concepts and purposes of Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, and Human Services and Counseling. This course will provide definitions of these four areas, their fields of inquiry, and their roles in studying and addressing behavioral and societal issues. The primary goal of this course is to enable students to recognize the uniqueness of each of the four areas and to appreciate how they interrelate and complement each other in approaching and resolving behavioral and societal problems.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Choose one discipline from the four disciplines
2. Describe Sociology, Psychology, Human Services and Counseling, and Social Work
3. Evaluate the major perspectives, specialization areas, of Sociology, Psychology, Human Services and Counseling, and Social Work
4. Understand the types and the nature of the careers in each of the four disciplines

Introduction to Government Policy & Urban Structures (HSR150)

This interdisciplinary course combines concepts, ideas, and theories from Geography, Political Science, and Urban Planning. The course interactively addresses a series of topics relevant to the above mentioned disciplines, and aims to help students comprehend the intricacies and essentials of some contemporary human phenomena. The selected topics include government, leadership, human environment interaction and urban planning.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and describe basic concepts and definitions related to political science, geography and urban planning
2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of concepts and issues related to political science, geography, and urban planning
3. Analyze basic concepts and issues related to political science, geography and urban planning
4. Interpret issues related to political science, geography and urban planning
5. Determine problems, challenges and solutions related to political science, geography and urban planning

Critical & Creative Thinking (HSR280)

This course provides practical exercises and examples drawn from real life situation in both science and society to develop the skills which are needed to conceptualize, analyze and evaluate arguments, information and evidence gathered from a variety of sources, such as observation, experience, reading and reflection.

Credit Hours : 3

Emirates Studies (HSS105)

This course seeks to establish the national belonging and appreciation of the UAE national achievements through educating students on the key social aspects of the Emirates society, basic values and its inheritance, offering studies in various and significant studies that are relevant to UAE history and geography, aspects of internal and external policy, aspects of the social systems, social human development and citizen's developmental role & social responsibility, women empowerment and its role in the society services delivered by the State, and the country tendency to sustainable energy, economic development, developmental indicators and the country standing in the global competitiveness. The course also explores the visions of the federal government 2021 and Abu Dhabi 2030, in addition to the future issues of the developmental strategic plans and challenges facing them.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Express their belonging to their homeland and reveal their appreciation of the country's achievements.
2. Explore the central social aspects in the UAE society.
3. Appreciate the role of the leadership in the building of the country and achieving comprehensive development on the social, economic, cultural and political levels.
4. Appreciate the role of the Emirati citizens in the development process as the active partners and major players in the construction of the present and the future.
5. Demonstrate the development process on all levels and explain the role of the state in supporting this policy.
6. Analyze the UAE's demographic structure and aspects inherent in the social stability of the country and their impact on the local society.
7. Illuminate the role of the legislative, executive and Judiciary authorities in the country and the key contributions of government administration.
8. Underline the pioneering role of the country on the international arena and identify its contributions in the light of global development and competiveness indicators.

Scientific Research Skills (HSS110)

The course is designed mainly to promote students? scientific research skills. This goal is achieved by providing students with information about the basic characteristics of science and its relationship to knowledge. Additionally, the course highlights research methodology, types, and scientific research steps. These steps include identifying the problem or the research topic, formulating assumptions or hypotheses, reviewing literature, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting findings

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Compare Between The Different Types Of Data Collecting Tools With Emphasis On Its Psychometric Properties.
2. Conduct A Scientific Research Project And Present It To The Class Students.
3. Differentiate Among Descriptive, Correlational, Experimental, Quasi-Experimental, And Non-Experimental Research Designs
4. Distinguish Among The Different Types Of Samples With Examples
5. Explain The Steps For Conducting A Scientific Research Project With Examples.