Grammar Challenge for Clinical Research

Name: Grammar Challenge for Clinical Research
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Are you a clinical research professional who wants to improve your English skills? You've come to the right place!

Created byHanna Hredil

Last updated 7/2023

English

What you'll learn

Over the course of 10 engaging days, you'll dive deep into the fundamentals of English grammar with a specific focus on the context of clinical research.
Gain clarity on when to use which tense, making your discussions about clinical trials more precise and comprehensible.
Master 'if' sentences, enabling you to discuss potential situations and their outcomes accurately.
Learn to use these powerful words to express necessity, possibility, and give advice, enhancing the subtlety and depth of your conversations.
Learn to share what others have said, adding another layer of credibility and depth to your professional interactions.
Finish up the course with a test to check your progress, followed by a 45-minute session with your course instructor to discuss your learning journey

Course content

5 sections • 9 lectures • 1h 15m total length

Introduction2:20
Hello everyone, and welcome to our course!
I'm thrilled to take you through this journey of improving your English communication skills, tailored specifically for professionals in the pharmaceutical and clinical research industry.

Here's an overview of how we'll spend our time together:

We kick-start our course by focusing on Verb Tenses in the context of Clinical Trials. Getting a solid understanding of when to use which tense, particularly while discussing clinical trials, can drastically improve your clarity and precision in communication.

We then move on to Conditionals in Professional Communication. We'll delve into 'if' sentences or conditionals, as they're known in English. Mastering these will enable you to discuss potential situations and their outcomes professionally and accurately.

Next up is understanding the Effective Use of Modals. These small yet significant words can entirely change the meaning of your sentences. We'll learn how to use them to express needs, possibilities, and advice, among other things.

We'll then focus on Understanding Reported Speech. This is an important skill to have, especially when you need to relay what others have said in your professional conversations.

I look forward to embarking on this journey with you and watching your English communication skills reach new heights. See you in the first lesson!

Verb Tenses Intro34:04
Benefits of Mastering Tenses
Each tense gives specific information about when an action or state happens.
This allows for more accurate descriptions and improved comprehension of your research findings, reports, and discussions.

Your Learning Journey
Start studying tenses at your own pace. There's no rush – every bit of practice is a step towards improvement.

Support Available
Feel free to ask for help when you need it. We're here to support you in this journey.

Final Thought
Remember, improving your proficiency in English tenses is an exciting part of your overall language learning journey. So, let's get started, and happy learning!
Tenses practice0:07
Tenses: Speaking Practice

Conditionals Intro14:43
Improving Comprehension
Modals are common in English, both in speech and writing. Understanding them can significantly boost your comprehension skills.

Politeness in Communication
Modals are often used to make requests, give advice, or offer help, which makes your communication more polite and respectful. This is especially important in a professional context.

Professional Relevance
In the world of clinical research, modals are often used to discuss possible outcomes, give advice, talk about rules and obligations, and so much more. Being proficient in them will enhance your professional communication.

So, I strongly encourage you to embrace the study of modals.

Take it step by step, practice regularly, and remember that every bit of learning counts.
Happy studying!
Conditionals Practice0:05
Conditionals: Speaking Practice

Modals intro13:33
Improving Comprehension
Modals are common in English, both in speech and writing. Understanding them can significantly boost your comprehension skills.

Politeness in Communication
Modals are often used to make requests, give advice, or offer help, which makes your communication more polite and respectful. This is especially important in a professional context.

Professional Relevance
In the world of clinical research, modals are often used to discuss possible outcomes, give advice, talk about rules and obligations, and so much more. Being proficient in them will enhance your professional communication.

So, I strongly encourage you to embrace the study of modals.

Take it step by step, practice regularly, and remember that every bit of learning counts.
Happy studying!
Modals Practice0:04
Modals: Speaking Practice

Reported Speech Intro8:35
Relaying Information
In clinical research, reported speech is a valuable tool. You might need to report what was discussed in a meeting, what a patient said during a trial, or even reproduce content from a research paper.

Enhances Listening Comprehension
Understanding reported speech also improves your listening skills, helping you follow conversations, meetings, or presentations where the speaker is reporting what others have said.

Builds Fluency
Reported speech is common in English and learning it helps you sound more fluent and natural.

So, keep up the momentum and continue your English learning journey.
Every topic, like reported speech, brings you one step closer to mastering the language.
The process may have its challenges, but the results are truly rewarding.
Reported Speech Practice0:03
Reported Speech: Speaking Practice

Requirements

The course is specifically designed for the context of clinical research, making it highly relevant and immediately applicable.
Your English level should be between B1( intermediate) and C1 (advanced). At least you have to be able to communicate in English and understand the coach.

Description

Welcome to our special English Grammar Challenge, led by Hanna, an experienced English teacher.

This course is designed for people working in clinical research who want to improve their English skills.

In this course, we will learn

We start with understanding verb tenses, especially when talking about clinical trials.
Gain clarity on when to use which tense, making your discussions about clinical trials more precise and comprehensible.
Next, we'll learn about 'if' sentences, also called conditionals, used a lot in professional talk.
Master 'if' sentences, enabling you to discuss potential situations and their outcomes accurately.
After that, we'll look at modals, small words that can change a sentence's meaning.
Learn to use these powerful words to express necessity, possibility, and give advice, enhancing the subtlety and depth of your conversations.
Finally, we'll learn how to share what others have said, a skill called reported speech.
Learn to share what others have said, adding another layer of credibility and depth to your professional interactions.

The goal of this course isn't just about learning grammar. It's about feeling more confident when using English at work, making sure people understand you, and showing how professional you are.

Join us in this challenge to improve your English skills!

Who this course is for:

Are you a clinical research professional who wants to improve your English skills? You've come to the right place! This course is made to fit the special communication needs of your job.

Grammar Challenge for Clinical Research

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 2min

Verb Tenses focusing on Clinical Trials2 lectures • 34min

Conditionals in Professional Communication2 lectures • 15min

Effective Use of Modals2 lectures • 14min

Understanding Reported Speech2 lectures • 9min

Requirements

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