Introduction to Scientific English "From Everyday English to Physics English"
Faculty of Exact Sciences - Department of Mathematics
Introduction to Scientific English
👨🏫 Presenter
Dr. OUAAR Fatima
📅
2026
⏱️ Duration
90 Minutes
🎯 Level
Intermediate (B1-B2)
👥 Students
15-25 Recommended
Physics Students💻 Platform
Zoom / Teams
100% Main Room🗣️ Format
Interactive Lecture
No Breakout RoomsSession Roadmap
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- Distinguish between everyday and scientific English vocabulary
- Identify the main branches of physics in English
- Introduce themselves using basic scientific register
- Understand course expectations and platform navigation
| Time | Activity | Teacher Script & Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| 0:00-0:05 | "Physics in One Word" Chat Storm |
💬 Chat Activity"In the chat, type ONE English word that comes to mind when you think of physics. Fast—don't think too hard! First word that appears in your head." Wait 30 seconds. Read 6-8 responses aloud with enthusiasm: "Excellent! I see 'energy,' 'force,' 'equation,' 'quantum,' 'gravity,' 'relativity'... Very nice range!" 📸 Screenshot the chat for your records. |
| 0:05-0:10 | The Gap Reveal |
"Now look at this comparison on my screen:" ❌ Everyday English"The stuff pushes the thing and makes it go fast." ✅ Scientific English"The applied force accelerates the mass." "Same meaning. Different worlds. This course moves you from left to right."
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Motion, forces, energy
Heat, energy transfer
Electricity & magnetism
Light behavior
Atomic & subatomic
Nuclei & fundamental particles
Space, time, gravity
🧩 Quick Check
Type the number in chat: Which branch studies heat and energy? (Wait for "2")
Which studies light? (Wait for "4")
Velocity
Answer: 1 (Mechanics)
Photon
Answer: 4 or 5 (Accept both!)
Entropy
Answer: 2 (Thermodynamics)
Quark
Answer: 6 (Nuclear/Particle)
Lens
Answer: 4 (Optics)
⏰ Timer Alert
"Copy this into your notes now. 2 minutes"
"The ball gets hot when I leave it in the sun."
• "The sphere undergoes thermal absorption..."
• "The object experiences temperature increase due to solar radiation..."
"The car goes faster when I press the pedal."
• "The vehicle accelerates upon application of throttle."
• "The automobile's velocity increases with applied force."
"The mirror sends the light back."
• "The surface reflects the incident electromagnetic radiation."
• "The specular surface reflects the light ray."
"Hello, I'm [Name]."
"I'm currently [studying/working in] [field] at [institution]."
"My specific interest is in [sub-topic]."
"In this course, I hope to improve my [skill]."
⏱️ Preparation Time
4 Minutes
Write & Practice Silently🎤 Speaking Time
30 Seconds Max
Volunteer or Random Selection| Word | Phonetic | Common Error | Pro Tip 💡 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thermodynamics | /ˌTHər-mō-dī-ˈna-miks/ | "Thermo-DY-namics" | Stress: THER-mo-dy-NAM-ics |
| Electromagnetism | /i-ˌlek-trō-ˈMAG-nə-ˌti-zəm/ | "Electro-MAG-ne-tism" | Stress on MAG (4th syllable) |
| Quantum | /ˈKWän-təm/ | "Kwan-tum" | Q-U = KW sound |
| Radiation | /ˌrā-dē-ˈĀ-shən/ | "RA-di-a-tion" | Stress on A (3rd syllable) |
| Conductivity | /ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈti-və-dē/ | "Con-DUC-tivity" | Stress on TIV (4th syllable) |
| Specific | /spə-ˈsi-fik/ | "SPE-ci-fic" or "Special" | Stress on SIF (2nd syllable) |
🎯 Error Patterns to Watch
"Specific" ≠ "Special" (pronunciation AND meaning)
Screenshot this slide for your notes!
HOMEWORK - SESSION 2 PREP
Record Yourself
30-second introduction using our template. Upload to [Drive link in chat]
Find an Abstract
Find ONE English abstract from a physics paper in your field. Paste link in [shared document]
Expand Your Chart
Add 3 new words to your Everyday→Scientific chart
Questions between sessions?
Post in forum → I answer within 24 hours
Thank You!
See you next week for Session 2
Dr. OUAAR Fatima
Department of Mathematics
Faculty of Exact Sciences
MOHAMED KHIDER UNIVERSITY, BISKRA