Communication Skills: A Workbook

Abstract

Communication Skills: A Workbook is a practice book designed to help users to develop the four fundamental language skills - Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing (LSRW). Divided into four parts, Unit I focuses on non-verbal communication, grammar and usage, vocabulary enhancement and listening skills. It goes on to cover reading comprehension in Unit II. Unit III on writing skills concentrates on emails, blogs, business letters and job application letters among others. Unit IV focuses on speaking skills that will help in role play and dialogues, professional presentations, speeches, debates, group discussion and job interviews. Drafted for students at the graduation level, the text would prove equally useful for students pursuing their post-graduation or professionals aspiring to enhance their proficiency in English.Key FeaturesInnovatively-designed text and examples to help students excel in grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading, writing and speakingNumerous practice exercises for self-assessment in all chaptersEnhances employability by providing practical insights to help readers face interviews and group discussions, participate in debates or appear for competitive examinationsOnline ResourcesThe following resources are available to support the faculty recommending this text:For FacultyAdditional exercises for class assessments Answer keyFor StudentsAnswer keyTable of ContentsUnit 1: Essentials of language learning 1. Fundamentals of Communication 2. Grammar and Usage in Practice3. Remedial Grammar 4. Enhancing Vocabulary 5. Developing Effective Listening Skills Unit 2: Reading Skills6. Reading Skills and Comprehension Unit 3: Writing Skills 7. Email and Blog Writing 8. Business Letters 9. Report Writing10. Reviewing a Movie, Book or Match 11. Job Application and CV Preparation Unit 4: Speaking Skills 12. Conversations and Role Play 13. Public Speaking 14. Professional Presentations 15. Group Discussion 16. Speeches and Debates 17. Job Interviews.