English Communication: Theory And Practice For Undergraduate Students

English Communication: Theory and Practice for Undergraduate Students is a comprehensive and student-friendly textbook designed according to the FYUGP Semester II AEC syllabus of Gauhati University. The book aims to develop the essential communication skills required for academic, professional, and everyday life.
Written in simple and clear language, the book introduces students to the fundamentals of communication, including the communication process, types and features of communication, listening and speaking skills, reading strategies, and practical writing techniques. It also focuses on developing confidence, clarity, interpersonal skills, and effective use of English in real-life situations.
The book combines theoretical understanding with practical application through examples, classroom activities, exercises, role plays, group discussions, and communicative tasks. Local and familiar contexts from Assam and Northeast India have also been included wherever relevant to make learning more meaningful and relatable for students.
Special attention has been given to skill-based learning in areas such as public speaking, interviews, oral presentations, report writing, letter writing, digital communication, and professional writing. Literary texts prescribed in the syllabus have been discussed in a simple and analytical manner to improve reading comprehension and interpretation skills.
This book will serve as a useful guide for undergraduate students, teachers, and learners who wish to improve their English communication skills in an effective and practical way.