Course Description: Intermediate Grammar in Use

Focus: Mastering English Tenses

This course is designed for second-semester students of the English Education Program at FKIP Univet Bantara. It provides a practical and interactive exploration of English tenses, helping students strengthen their grammar skills for both academic and everyday communication.

🌟 Course Goals

• Develop a solid understanding of the 12 basic English tenses.

• Practice using tenses accurately in speaking and writing.

• Connect grammar knowledge to real-life contexts and classroom activities.

• Encourage independent learning and peer collaboration through Student-Centered Learning (SCL).

📚 Learning Approach (SCL)

• Active Participation: Students work in groups to analyze examples, solve problems, and create dialogues.

• Discovery Learning: Instead of memorizing rules, students explore patterns of tense usage through authentic texts, videos, and conversations.

• Practice & Reflection: Regular exercises, peer feedback, and self-assessment help students monitor their progress.

• Application: Students apply tenses in role-plays, presentations, and short writing tasks to make grammar meaningful and practical.

🎯 Expected Outcomes By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Identify and explain the functions of different tenses.

• Use tenses correctly in spoken and written communication.

• Demonstrate confidence in applying grammar knowledge to teaching and learning contexts.

• Collaborate effectively with peers in grammar-focused projects and discussions.

This course transforms grammar from abstract rules into practical tools for communication, empowering students to become active learners and future educators with strong language skills.