Arizona State University

English for Recreation and Famous People

Arizona State University

English for Recreation and Famous People

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Discuss recreational activities, hobbies, famous people, industries, and inventions with expanded English vocabulary.

  • Use gerunds and infinitives and switch between active and passive voice to express ideas more accurately.

  • Create discussions, paragraphs, and short videos about leisure activities, admired people, and important inventions.

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Assessments

2 assignments

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June 2026

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This course is part of the Learn English Now: Intermediate Foundations Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course

In this module, you will explore the theme of recreation and leisure activities, further developing your English grammar and vocabulary. You will learn new terms to describe various recreational pursuits and master the use of gerunds and infinitives in different contexts. Through engaging activities, you will discuss your favorite hobbies and popular recreational activities in your country.

What's included

6 videos8 readings1 assignment9 plugins

This module introduces you to the topic of famous people and their impact, while refining your understanding of active and passive voice. You will learn vocabulary related to fame, industry, and inventions. Through readings, videos, and writing assignments, you will practice describing famous individuals and significant inventions, applying both active and passive sentence structures.

What's included

6 videos8 readings1 assignment9 plugins

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Instructor

John Deal, Director ASU Global Launch
Arizona State University
21 Courses1,937 learners

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