This document provides an introduction to functional English. It defines functional skills as those needed to succeed in further learning, employment, and modern society, including application-based learning, problem-solving, teamwork, and assessment for learning. Functional English is defined as the study of how different words perform different functions in sentences, with some words having multiple functions depending on context. Key ingredients of functional English include vocabulary, language skills, and applying language skills in professional life. Functional grammar is described as patterns that allow people to communicate and influence others. The document concludes by listing a textbook and grading breakdown.

1. Functional English Introduction
Lecture No. 1 (i)
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2. Why are functional skills needed?
• ‘Employers and educators have identified
these skills as vital for enabling young
people and adults to have the practical
skills to succeed in further learning,
employment and life in modern society.’
‘Functional’ skills –
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3. Functional Meaning
• learning through application
• learner-centred approaches
• active learning and a problem-centred
approach
• partnership learning, teamwork
• assessment for learning.
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4. Functional English Definition
• Different words perform different functions in a
sentence. The study of these functions is called
Functional English.
• Some words can perform different functions on
different occasions.
• The present situation is alarming.( adjective)
• I bought a present. ( Noun)
• Change sentence from present to past. (Noun)
• PM will present the prizes. (Verb)
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5. Ingredients of Functional English
• Vocabulary items
• Language Skills
• Listening
• Speaking
• Reading
• Writing
• Application of all in professional life
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6. Functional Grammar
To use a language
 To do things with language-
To make meanings,
To get attention to their problems and interests
To influence their friends
 A grammar which puts together the patterns of
the language and the things you can do
with them is called a functional grammar.
From the Collins Cobuild English Grammar (1990).
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7. Textbook and Grading
• High School English Grammar by Wren and
Martin
• Grading
• Mid: 20
• End Term: 40
• Assignment: 10
• Quiz: 10
• Presentation: 10
• Class Participation: 10 7

8. Thanks
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9. Question Answers
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