Welcome to University Study Skills (TTU), a course designed to help first-year English students adapt to university life and develop the skills necessary for academic success. The course introduces the Algerian LMD system, effective study habits, time management, goal setting, and academic organization. It also develops students’ abilities to use dictionaries, search for information in libraries and online resources, and work collaboratively in study groups. Furthermore, students will explore the fundamentals of research, scientific research methodology, and academic publications. Through these topics, students will strengthen their independence, critical thinking, research skills, and lifelong learning abilities.
- Teacher: Younes SAAID
Writing is a complex yet essential skill that requires cognitive effort, practice, and effective instruction due to its lasting communicative value. This course, designed for first-year LMD learners, aims to develop successful writing by focusing on core elements such as parts of speech, sentence structures, and paragraph writing. It emphasizes the challenges faced by EFL learners, particularly in mastering grammar and language use in context. Organized into two semesters, the course progresses from sentence writing to paragraph development, using lessons combined with practical activities and carefully selected materials to reinforce students' writing skills.
- Teacher: Djahida Abderrahmane
- Teacher: manel berrefas
The course focuses on developing various digital skills essential for academic and professional success. It emphasizes foundational skills such as technical proficiency with common online learning platforms like Moodle and communication tools like Zoom. Furthermore, the program stresses information and data literacy, teaching students how to conduct effective online searches and critically evaluate digital content. Crucially, the plan also covers essential soft skills, including netiquette, proper digital etiquette, and effective digital collaboration. Finally, students will learn about content creation, responsible digital citizenship, and understanding intellectual property and plagiarism.
- Teacher: MOUSSEDEK Sara
- Manager, Teacher: Fatima Zohra CHOUIH
This module lays the groundwork for mastering the English language by focusing on its most essential component: grammar. Designed for first-year students, it introduces the basic elements of English structure, including phrases, clauses, and sentences. It further examines parts of speech in detail, exploring their roles and functions within the sentence, and provides an overview of English verb tenses and their use in context. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the tools and confidence needed to use English clearly, accurately, and effectively in both academic and everyday situations.
Prerequisites:
- Basic English Language Skills: Use basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills (CEFR A2–B1)
- Basic Vocabulary Knowledge: Identify common parts of speech (e.g., nouns, verbs, adjectives)
- Basic Knowledge of Tenses: Recognize and use basic verb tenses
- Dr.: Ilhem Bendahmane
- Dr.: zohra ines gafour
- Dr.: SOUMIA MEKAHLI
- Dr.: Fatima Zohra Moussa Sassi
This course is designed for First Year EFL Students at the University of Oran 2. It is an introduction to more effective tools that students can rely upon to develop their critical thinking, innovation, and to promote the progress of skills required for writing research reports, proposals, dissertations, etc. The content presented intends to integrate the students into a new educational climate and to get them ready for research.
- Teacher: El-Alia Wafaâ ZAGHAR