Develop skills in information & digital literacy, problem-solving, critical thinking and communication. This Specialization is a high-level academic skills course designed to increase your level of academic preparedness prior to commencement of your studies in an English-medium university. The course equips you for full participation and engagement with your studies by building awareness and understanding of the core values and expectations of academic culture.
What you'll learn
Evaluate information sources for credibility and relevance using digital literacy techniques
Apply critical thinking frameworks to analyze arguments and solve complex problems
Communicate academic ideas clearly in written and spoken English
Understand core expectations and values of academic culture in English-medium universities
Course objectives
Increase academic preparedness before beginning university-level studies
Build awareness of academic culture and its core values
Develop skills for full participation and engagement in university coursework