Verbal Mastery: Grammar, RC, Reasoning for Exams & Job Tests
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Verbal Mastery: Grammar, RC, Reasoning for Exams & Job Tests
This course is part of Job & Exam Aptitude Mastery: Reasoning | DI | Verbal | Quant Specialization
Instructor: Board Infinity
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What you'll learn
Identify and apply vocabulary concepts such as roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
Analyze critical reasoning problems involving assumptions and inferences.
Evaluate reading comprehension passages with speed and accuracy.
Apply grammar rules to construct error-free sentences and improve communication.
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There are 5 modules in this course
Course Description:
Verbal Reasoning for Entrance Exams & Career Success is designed to enhance English proficiency by developing strong vocabulary, mastering grammar rules, and honing critical reasoning skills. The course focuses on building analytical and verbal reasoning abilities required for competitive exams, academic success, and professional growth. Learners will develop expertise in vocabulary building, critical reasoning, reading comprehension, and verbal reasoning, preparing them to excel in both academic and workplace scenarios. Module-Level Description Module 1: Building a Strong Vocabulary Develop a robust vocabulary by understanding word properties, roots, prefixes, and idioms to improve verbal skills and contextual understanding. Module 2: Mastering Critical Reasoning Learn to evaluate assumptions, draw inferences, and analyze statements, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Module 3: Reading Comprehension Skills Develop techniques to effectively analyze and answer reading comprehension questions, manage time, and avoid common errors. Module 4: Grammar Essentials Gain expertise in direct and indirect speech, sentence structure, and grammar rules to apply in professional and academic writing. Module 5: Analytical and Verbal Reasoning Strengthen analytical thinking through practical applications of verbal deductions, para jumbles, and advanced reasoning techniques. Course Learning Objectives By the end of this course, learners will be able to: - Identify and apply vocabulary concepts such as roots, prefixes, and suffixes. - Analyze critical reasoning problems involving assumptions and inferences. - Evaluate reading comprehension passages with speed and accuracy. - Apply grammar rules to construct error-free sentences and improve communication. - Solve analytical and verbal reasoning problems effectively in real-world scenarios. Course Target Audience: - Students preparing for competitive exams and university entrance tests. - Early professionals aiming to enhance communication and reasoning skills. - Corporate employees seeking to improve analytical thinking and verbal proficiency. - Global learners pursuing mastery in English for academic and professional success. Course Benefits: - Strong vocabulary and grammar foundation for academic and professional excellence. - Enhanced critical reasoning and analytical thinking skills. - Improved reading comprehension speed and accuracy. - Practical applications of verbal and analytical reasoning in real-world scenarios. - Increased confidence in solving complex language-based problems. Disclaimer: This is an independent educational resource created by Board Infinity for informational and educational purposes only. This course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with any company, organization, or certification body unless explicitly stated. The content provided is based on industry knowledge and best practices but does not constitute official training material for any specific employer or certification program. All company names, trademarks, service marks, and logos referenced are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for educational identification and comparison purposes.
This module introduces foundational and advanced vocabulary concepts, helping learners develop a strong word bank for professional and academic success. Learners will explore word properties, idiomatic expressions, and practical techniques to improve vocabulary retention.
What's included
17 videos2 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts2 plugins
17 videosβ’Total 159 minutes
- Introduction to Vocabularyβ’9 minutes
- Properties of Wordsβ’8 minutes
- Denotationβ’10 minutes
- Grammarβ’9 minutes
- Connotation β’15 minutes
- Collocationβ’8 minutes
- Spelling and Punctuation β’5 minutes
- Phrases, Idioms, and Usageβ’9 minutes
- Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes Basicsβ’10 minutes
- Question on Roots Part 1β’10 minutes
- Question on Roots Part 2β’11 minutes
- Question on Roots & Prefixes Part 1β’9 minutes
- Question on Roots & Prefixes Part 2β’9 minutes
- Question on Suffixes β’10 minutes
- Understanding Headwords and Their Importanceβ’10 minutes
- Practice Questions on Headwordsβ’6 minutes
- Shortcut Techniques for Vocabulary Retentionβ’8 minutes
2 readingsβ’Total 40 minutes
- Course Syllabusβ’10 minutes
- Read More About Building a Strong Vocabularyβ’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 105 minutes
- Graded Quiz - Building a Strong Vocabularyβ’60 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Vocabulary Foundationsβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Advanced Vocabulary Techniquesβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Practical Vocabulary Applicationsβ’15 minutes
2 discussion promptsβ’Total 20 minutes
- Meet & Greetβ’10 minutes
- Words That Shaped Your Learning Journeyβ’10 minutes
2 pluginsβ’Total 20 minutes
- Quick Course Check-Inβ’5 minutes
- Verbal Mastery: Building a Strong Vocabularyβ’15 minutes
This module covers critical reasoning essentials, equipping learners with the skills to analyze assumptions, draw inferences, and solve lateral statement problems. It emphasizes applying critical thinking techniques in real-world scenarios to enhance decision-making.
What's included
6 videos1 reading3 assignments
6 videosβ’Total 56 minutes
- Introduction to Critical Reasoningβ’7 minutes
- Elements of Critical Reasoning: Assumptions and Inferencesβ’14 minutes
- Practice Questions on Lateral Statementsβ’11 minutes
- Drawing Inferences from Statementsβ’9 minutes
- Solving Assumptions-Based Questionsβ’6 minutes
- Analyzing Lateral Statements Effectivelyβ’9 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 30 minutes
- Read More About Mastering Critical Reasoningβ’30 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Graded Quiz - Mastering Critical Reasoningβ’60 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Foundations of Critical Reasoningβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Advanced Critical Thinkingβ’15 minutes
This module focuses on developing reading comprehension skills through analyzing various types of passages. Learners will learn techniques such as skimming, scanning, and time management to tackle comprehension questions efficiently.
What's included
6 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
6 videosβ’Total 70 minutes
- Basics of Reading Comprehensionβ’6 minutes
- Types of RC Questionsβ’21 minutes
- Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Themβ’10 minutes
- Example Passage 1: Analysis and Solutionsβ’9 minutes
- Example Passage 2: Practice Techniquesβ’14 minutes
- Example Passage 3: Advanced Challengesβ’9 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 30 minutes
- Read More About Reading Comprehension Skillsβ’30 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Graded Quiz - Reading Comprehension Skillsβ’60 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Introduction to Reading Comprehensionβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Practicing Reading Comprehensionβ’15 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 10 minutes
- What Makes a Passage Difficult to Decode?β’10 minutes
1 pluginβ’Total 15 minutes
- Reading Comprehension Skillsβ’15 minutes
This module enhances grammatical understanding by covering direct and indirect speech, sentence construction, and real-world applications of grammar rules. Learners will practice advanced grammar techniques to refine their written and spoken communication.
What's included
4 videos1 reading2 assignments
4 videosβ’Total 24 minutes
- Basics of Direct and Indirect Speechβ’6 minutes
- Conversions: Rules and Applications Part 1β’7 minutes
- Conversions: Rules and Applications Part 2β’5 minutes
- Conversions: Rules and Applications Part 3β’6 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 30 minutes
- Read More About Grammar Essentialsβ’30 minutes
2 assignmentsβ’Total 75 minutes
- Graded Quiz - Grammar Essentialsβ’60 minutes
- Practice Quiz -Direct and Indirect Speechβ’15 minutes
This module sharpens analytical and verbal reasoning skills by covering statement-based problems, paragraph-related questions, and advanced verbal deduction techniques. Learners will develop the ability to evaluate complex scenarios and derive logical conclusions.
What's included
13 videos1 reading5 assignments
13 videosβ’Total 165 minutes
- Introduction to Analytical Reasoningβ’10 minutes
- Statements and Arguments: Practice Questionsβ’14 minutes
- Statements and Assumptions: Practice Questionsβ’9 minutes
- Statements and Conclusions: Practice Questionsβ’12 minutes
- Causes and Effects: Practice Questionsβ’8 minutes
- Verbal Deductions: Practice Questionsβ’14 minutes
- Assertions and Reasons: Practice Questionsβ’11 minutes
- Evaluating Courses of Actions & Truth Verifications: Practic Questionsβ’7 minutes
- Paragraph-Related Questions: Basicsβ’12 minutes
- Para Jumbles: Tips and Tricksβ’26 minutes
- Para Summariesβ’20 minutes
- Completion Techniquesβ’15 minutes
- Solving Cloze Tests: Strategies and Practiceβ’8 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 30 minutes
- Read More About Analytical and Verbal Reasoningβ’30 minutes
5 assignmentsβ’Total 120 minutes
- Graded Quiz - Analytical and Verbal Reasoningβ’60 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Analytical Reasoning Basicsβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Analytical Reasoning Advancedβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz -Verbal Reasoning Skillsβ’15 minutes
- Practice Quiz - Advanced Verbal Reasoningβ’15 minutes
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