LPU - Lovely Professional University
What you'll learn

About the Course: “Voice to Value” will unpack the elegance of English, diving deep into the importance of understatement to the art of the indirect question. It is designed to help learners to navigate conversations with poise: exploring idiomatic expressions, the importance of "please" and "thank you," and mastering the subtle tonal shifts that can convey anything from genuine interest to polite disengagement. It will also enable the learners to use language to show respect and build rapport, and look at the power of a well-placed compliment or apology. It will facilitate to emerge with the skills to express clearly and confidently in any social situation and developing their personality together with their communication skills. It ensures identifying various issues in personal and professional communication and learning to overcome those challenges. Learning Outcome of Course: By the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Develop refined English communication skills for personal and professional growth. 2. Enhance confidence in speaking and interacting in English. 3. Improve overall English fluency and articulation.

  • 1. Introduction to Greetings and Politeness 2. Different Ways to Greet People 3. Introducing Yourself: Techniques 4. Introducing Others: Strategies for application 5. Speaking Activity
  • 1. Engaging in Small Talk on Common Topics 2. Strategies for Keeping Conversations Flowing 3. Softening Language and Indirect Questions 4. Common Polite Expressions 5. Speaking Activity
  • 1. Differences Between Formal and Informal Speech 2. Contexts for Formal and Informal Language 3. Using Titles and Honorifics Appropriately 4. Formal vs Informal Phrases: Practice 5. Speaking Activity
  • 1. Crafting Sincere Apologies 2. Delivering Apologies in Various Scenarios 3. Offering Genuine Compliments 4. Practicing Compliments in Context 5. Speaking Activity
  • 1. Understanding British Humour: Styles 2. Common Idioms and Their Meanings 3. Using Idioms in Conversation 4. Practicing Humour in Speech 5. Speaking Activity
  • 1. Engage in Various Social Scenarios 2. Real-World Practice Scenarios 3. Feedback Sessions 4. Developing Improvement Plans 5. Speaking Activity

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Heena Sharma
Assistant Professor

Ms. Heena is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Skills in the Centre for Professional Training at Lovely Professional University. She has done Masters in English. She is an experienced language trainer with expertise in preparing students for various international English proficiency tests. With a rich academic background, she has a proven track record of helping students achieve their desired scores through her teaching methods of breaking down complex language concepts, providing personalized feedback, and conducting practical exercises that enhance students' listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. Similarly, she has topped English for Competitive Exams Course at NPTEL and got certified on completion of Effective Writing Course by NPTEL successfully.