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Federica Ferrari

Associate Professor

Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Academic discipline: ANGL-01/C English Language, Translation and Linguistics

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English Academic Speaking Skills & Public Speaking con Christina O'Sullivan (Trasversale Ferrari - Mitzel)

In partenza il Workshop intensivo su Academic Speaking Skills & Public Speaking con Christina O’ Sullivan, dal 14 Aprile:

Academic Speaking Skills & public Speaking (10-Hour Intensive Course)

Dott.ssa Christina O’SUllivan (Ferrari –Mitzel)

Course structure & aims

Level: B2 - C1 (CEFR)
Duration: 5 two-hour lectures Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 15.00-17.00
Target group: Political Science students (Open to all courses & years)
Focus: Academic speaking skills & Public speaking

Course Description:

This 10-hour intensive course is designed to develop students’ confidence and effectiveness in spoken communication within academic settings. Through five focused lessons, participants will build essential skills for expressing ideas clearly, participating in discussions, and delivering structured academic presentations or talks.

The course emphasizes practical speaking tasks, including seminar discussions, short presentations, and critical responses, enabling learners to use appropriate academic language, support arguments with evidence, and engage with others’ viewpoints. Students will also improve pronunciation, fluency, and coherence, with targeted feedback provided throughout.

By the end of the course, participants will be better equipped to communicate ideas persuasively and professionally in a range of academic contexts.

Tuesday 14th April, Aula VII PH; Thursday 16th April, Aula VII PH Friday 17th Aula VI PH Tuesday 21st April, Aula Seminari SDE Thursday 23rd, Aula VII PH

Published on: April 03 2026