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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Though many people use dictionaries daily, only a few have in-depth knowledge about them. People aren’t usually aware of why a particular word has been included as an entry, where the word has come from, and how dictionary compilers assemble this information. If you’re curious about these questions, the Understanding English Dictionaries course is designed precisely for your inquisitive mind.
In the Understanding English Dictionaries programme, you will get into the nitty-gritty of English dictionaries. You will be trained by established dictionary researchers and editors. The syllabus will cover topics like possible dictionary entry components, trends in lexicographic research, and the content and wording of definitions.
You will explore the Understanding English Dictionaries syllabus through articles, readings, videos, multimedia resources, quizzes, and discussions with fellow learners, and active learning resources. Moreover, you can also map your progress regularly with Future Learn’s progress page. This course is brought to you by Macmillan Education in partnership with the Alan Turing Institute and Coventry University.
The Highlights
- 6-week training
- Requires 6 hours of the weekly study
- Expert instructors
- Comprehensive curriculum
- Jointly developed by Macmillan Education, Coventry University, and the Alan Turing Institute
- High-quality video lectures
- Reading and articles
- Discussion forum
Programme Offerings
- Reading and articles
- video lectures
- Expert Faculty
- discussion forum
- Comprehensive curriculum
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Coventry University, Coventry |
What you will learn
By the end of the Understanding English Dictionaries online programme, you will be able to:
- Reflect on the variety of possible dictionary entry components
- Compare the wording and content of definitions
- Explore some of the newest trends in lexicographic research
- Evaluate the roles of corpora, crowdsourcing, and language technology in the dictionary compilation process
- Enhance your understanding of the various lexicographical choices and computational methods surrounding the ordering and selection of word meanings
Who it is for
The Understanding English Dictionaries online course is ideal for people who have a general interest in the English language. The course might also be helpful for those teaching or studying English, lexicography, or languages.
Admission Details
- https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/understanding-dictionaries - Click on this URL to land on the Understanding English Dictionaries online course page.
- After going over the programme details, find the ‘Enrol’ button and click it. If the course doesn’t have an enrol button, it means the course is not currently running, and you’ll have to wait until it’s available again.
- Next, you will be asked to log in or create a new account. You can use your Facebook or Google details to do both. But if you wish to create a new account using your institutional email ID, you must submit a short application form.
- When you’re done logging in to your profile, you’ll have to enter your payment details to get access to the course contents.
- Upon successful payment, you can commence learning.
Application Details
The Understanding English Dictionaries certification course doesn’t feature a separate application form for enrolment. All you have to do is register or sign in to your account and pay the registration fees (if any).
The Syllabus
Instructors
Coventry University, Coventry Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The programme is offered by Macmillan Education, Coventry University, and the Alan Turing Institute in collaboration with Future Learn.
Hilary Nesi, Sharon Creese, Michael Rundell, and Barbara McGillivray are the instructors for the Understanding English Dictionaries online course.
To complete the course satisfactorily, it’s recommended that you spend at least 6 hours every week on course material.
The Understanding English Dictionaries programme is six weeks long.
The study material is delivered through various mediums, including video lectures, readings, articles, quizzes, and online discussions.