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The Independent Learning Centre (ILC) provides coaching, training and resources for students to become more effective life-long learners. We run workshops on study, language and communication skills. Consultations, print and on-line resources are provided to help students implement effective learning strategies.
 
Communication Skills

Public Speaking

Impromptu Speaking Powerpoint Presentation

The Power of Speech-Public Speaking Workshop

Range of speech tips and examples

Consider techniques for overcoming fear of public speaking

International public speaking organization: great tips on their website. Join a local Toastmasters via the University Colleges.

Effective presentations [videorecording] by Derek Utley ; written by Jeremy Comfort.(HF5718.22 .E42 1995)

Public Speaking for Dummies by Kushner, M. (PN4121 .K98 2004)

Listening

Listening and notetaking

Streaming speech: listening and pronunciation for advanced learners of English by Richard Cauldwell. (PE1137 .C38 2002)

Study listening : a course in listening to lectures and note-taking by Tony Lynch.  (PE1128 .L95 2004)

Learning Strategies and Tools for Improving Listening Skills

Range of listening exercises

Watch and listen with the BBC to a range of people talking on a range of topics.

Listen (and read) with Voice of America Special English programmes

Song lyrics-listen and enjoy favorite songs with the transcripts

The English Listening Lounge-Americans talk on many topics

Listen to Hong Kong's news updates.

Click on Download Prog. to find some useful transcripts. Listen to commentary, 'Letter to Hong Kong', while you read what they are are saying.

 

 


Giving Effective Oral Presentations

Tips for good presentations

Strategies and tips for public speaking


Study Skills Success-online learning package


Online tutorial from a medical centre instructing in giving effective presentations

Scripts for movies-watch, read and listen. Many Dvds available in the CUHK ULS Wu Chung Multimedia Library.