i-Learner English for Universities Marathon Competition
Spring 2024 i-Learner English for Universities Marathon Competition
This semester, ELC is glad to introduce the i-Learner English for Universities Marathon Competition. The deadline for the competition is April 30. To join the contest, students have to complete as many lessons as possible. The ELC will select one champion who achieves the highest completion regardless of the level. The champion will be awarded MOP 1000 in book and supermarket coupons. Meanwhile, the top students at each level who have completed the most will be awarded for their exceptional efforts. For the writing competition, the top students from UE 1-3 who have completed the writing task with the highest score will be awarded. The winners will also receive a certificate from the ELC.
All students enrolled in ELC courses in 2023/24 are automatically registered as i-Learner users. Follow the steps below to explore and acquire new lessons
- Log into https://um.i-learner.com.hk/ with your UM account information.
- Lessons in both the “University English” and “English Marathon” sections are counted in the competition.
- Choose the topics at your current ELC course levels.
- Complete as many lessons as you can with a score above 70% to win the prize!
*Notes:
- Scores will be valid only if you complete the i-Learner lessons at your current ELC course level, e.g. students in EELC1011 should complete UE1 lessons
- UE1 lessons are open to EELC1011 students; UE2 lessons are open to EELC1012; UE3 lessons are open to EELC1013 students; Advanced Skills Practice lessons are open to EELC2008/09/10/11/12 students.
Language Master Challenge
The English Writing and Communication Centre (EWCC) is thrilled to announce a Words Matter Festival, which will be held from Feb 19th to April 19th.
The festival introduces two competitions to our students: 1) “Language Master Challenge”; and 2) “Word Mania Challenge”.
The “Language Master Challenge” is a follow-up competition of the Language Leap Lab tutorials, open to all UM students. The competition covers topics that are highly related to the tutorials. If you want to make yourself more competitive in this competition, you may join our tutorials to strengthen your language skills and critical thinking.
EWCC has prepared amazing prizes for the winners. Students of all levels are welcome to participate. Do not hesitate to win yourself a prize!
Language Master Challenge
Date: 17 April 2024
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Venue: E4-1051
If you are interested in the competition, please register here or by scanning the QR code on the poster below:
https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3QJq1TDAhhukvD8
Word Mania Challenge
The English Writing and Communication Centre (EWCC) is thrilled to announce a Words Matter Festival, which will be held from Feb 19th to April 19th.
The festival introduces two competitions to our students: 1) “Language Master Challenge”, and 2) “Word Mania Challenge”.
The “Word Mania Challenge” is a thrilling vocabulary challenge competition, open to all UM students. It will assess your vocabulary knowledge, including spelling, collocation, meaning, collocation, and meaning.
EWCC has prepared amazing prizes for the winners. Students of all levels are welcome to participate. Do not hesitate to win yourself a prize!
Word Mania Challenge
Date: 17 April 2024
Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Venue: E4-1051
If you are interested in the competition, please register here or by scanning the QR code on the poster below:
https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3QJq1TDAhhukvD8
Chatroom #4-Harvest Day
EWCC is excited to announce the upcoming chatroom, themed “Harvest Day,” a vibrant and engaging event designed to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures and languages at our center. Scheduled for this semester, the chatroom will provide a unique platform for students to share stories and traditions associated with harvest festivals from around the world. Whether you are a lover of festivities, eager to learn more about global cultures, or simply looking to connect with fellow students in a festive setting, the Harvest Day Chatroom is the perfect opportunity for you.
Join us for an afternoon of lively discussions, cultural exchanges, and the chance to forge new friendships. This event is not only a celebration of the harvest season but also an enriching experience that broadens our understanding of the diverse community we are proud to be part of. Do not miss out on this wonderful gathering! Mark your calendars and bring your curiosity and enthusiasm. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in the bounty of knowledge and joy that this season brings.
Date: 29 April 2024 (Monday)
Time: 15:30-16:30
Venue: English Communicate and Writing Centre (E7-1022)
For further inquiries, please feel free to email us at fah_elc_ells@um.edu.mo
Spring 2024 EWCC Language Lab Tutorial Series Successfully Concluded
The English Writing and Communication Centre (EWCC) is pleased to report the successful completion of the Spring 2024 Language Lab Tutorial Series. This initiative, entitled “Words Matter,” was facilitated by our EWCC tutors.
In Spring 2024, the EWCC introduced an invigorating suite of academic activities under the theme “Words Matter,” which included a dynamic chatroom series, a comprehensive academic tutorial series, and two engaging competitions aimed at enriching the academic experience of our students.
The tutorial series was designed to enhance students’ proficiency in language usage and to foster critical thinking skills. The curriculum was segmented into four focused modules: 1) Sentence Building, 2) Identification of Common Fallacies, 3) Critical Reading and Analysis, and 4) Critical Writing and Evaluation. Each module was designed to build on the previous, ensuring a coherent and cumulative learning experience.
Leveraging interactive lectures and participatory activities, the tutorials succeeded in actively engaging students, who found the sessions beneficial. Participants reported significant improvements in their foundational language skills and analytical thinking processes. Furthermore, the tutorials served as an excellent platform for students to practice and enhance their English communication in an academic environment.
This series proved to be a remarkable opportunity for college students to advance their language acquisition and engage in meaningful communication with tutors and peers.
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FALL 2023 Academic Workshop Series Successfully Concluded
The ELC is thrilled to announce that the English Academic Workshop Series, hosted by the EWCC tutors, was successfully concluded.
The ELC welcomed a series of English Academic Workshops, themed “Beyond Words”, in September 2023. The series included Email Writing, Reading for University, SQ3R Reading Skills, and Effective Intercultural Communication. The workshops aimed at allowing students to have an all-around English language development and gain practical skills for university study.
The students were highly engaged in the workshop, especially in the activities. Hands-on tasks are assigned to students, which allow them to put theories into practice. The students unleashed their creativity and shared their work with their peers. Overall, the activities provided a good platform for the students to get along with their schoolmates.
The English Academic Workshop Series is successfully concluded with all the support from our teachers and students. The ELC is happy to see our college students immersing themselves in an English environment, working with their peers, and expressing themselves in English.
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FALL 2023 Open House Successfully Concluded
EWCC Open House successfully concluded
EWCC kicked off the month with the Open House event on 11th October, which was a huge success. The Open House event aimed at allowing students to learn more about our center, including our services and activities.
We were thrilled to see many students visiting our center, whether they were seeking English learning advice or just having fun through English interactive activities. The energy and engagement of the students at the event were amazing.
Learning a language does not have to be dull. The EWCC Open House event provided a platform for our students to engage in our English interactive activities and learn English while having fun. We were also happy to see students of various disciplines and levels bringing up language learning questions, exchanging experiences and ideas, and learning from each other.
This year, EWCC proposed a “Lemon Tea DIY experience” for charity purposes. Students can get the chance to make their own lemon tea with any amount of donations (100% of the money is donated directly to the animal rescue organizations). Besides offering help to animal rescue organizations, the main purpose is to familiarize students with the harmful consequences of pet abandonment and the hard work of the organizations.
The Open House event was a great way to share information about our consultation services and upcoming activities, which will bring students invaluable opportunities to improve their English proficiency.
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