Courses and Workshops

You will be fully immersed in the university and local community through participation in community-building activities, and field trips, supported by a rich curriculum focused on academic, intercultural, and language skills. Guest talks by university faculty, staff,Ìýlocal community members, and graduate students will further enrich your experience, allowing you to connect with the 91¸£ÀûÉç and campus communities and learn about U.S. values and practices.Ìý

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In the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program at 91¸£ÀûÉç, you will:

  • Gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in your graduate studies at U.S. institutions of higher education
  • Learn about the customs, procedures, and expectations of U.S. academia
  • Expand your knowledge and understanding of U.S. culture and community life
  • Polish your language and communication skills for academic, professional, and social contexts
  • Engage with 91¸£ÀûÉç professors, area professionals, and the local community

Weekly Schedule

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
8:30-10:40 amAcademic Reading & Writing for Graduate SuccessAcademic R&WAcademic R&WAcademic R&WAcademic R&W
10:40 am-12:30 pmEffective Listening & Communication for Graduate StudiesUniversity Preparation for Graduate SuccessEffective L&CUniversity PrepEffective L&C
12:30-1:45Ìýpm

Lunch

2:00-3:15ÌýpmWorkshopsU.S. Social & Cultural OrientationWorkshopsU.S. Social & Cultural OrientationWorkshops
3:30-5:00 pmActivitiesActivitiesActivitiesActivitiesActivities

Scholars become more proficient and confident readers and writers in English by analyzing, discussing, and summarizing a variety of academic texts, including articles related to their fields of study, using attribution language and following the conventions of source annotation for print and electronic media. Exploring written texts, scholars further develop their academic vocabulary and polish their skills in predicting, skimming, scanning, reading for details, and inferencing. Scholars learn to approach graduate-level written work of different genres (literature reviews, annotated bibliographies, case study analyses). They also learn about academic integrity and how to avoid plagiarism through practice in paraphrasing, quoting, and applying proper citation formats. Visits to the university library focus on research skills, including using databases and vetting online sources. Throughout the course, scholars engage in Canvas discussions and leverage other online collaborative tools, such as Google Slides, Jamboard, and Padlet, to share insights and peer feedback. Grammar instruction is customized to address Scholars’ language needs.

Scholars refine their listening and speaking skills through communicative activities in academic, professional, and everyday contexts. Through lectures, debates, and other authentic input, they improve listening comprehension and expand their understanding of issues of educational and cultural appropriateness. Scholars polish their public speaking and research skills in discussions and individual or group presentations based on their topics of interest, receiving qualitative feedback on pronunciation, non-verbal communication, and other aspects of engaging an audience. Group presentations may utilize digital tools such as Google Slides or Padlet to foster collaboration and technology proficiency. The course also addresses using conventions of academic discourse, working productively as a group, leading a discussion, and fielding questions during presentations. Grammar instruction is customized to address Scholars’ communication needs.

This course prepares scholars to thrive in graduate school. Scholars learn about the history, diversity, and hierarchical structure of U.S. higher education. They explore classroom culture and contemporary cultural issues that are key to navigating academic life and gain an understanding of their relationships with academic advisors, administrators, professors, and peers. Scholars learn about professor expectations, how to work productively with peers on group projects, email etiquette, and the Honor Code. Scholars will also learn time management strategies to help them maximize their U.S. university experience. Scholars will have the opportunity to see