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Abstract
This article discusses useful problem-solving activities which are aimed to develop students’ language skills who are studying to get their degrees in science and technology. It presents the activities which will develop their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. The article also discusses the usefulness of making presentations, taking colleagues on tours of facilities or laboratories, writing reports, participating in technical meetings, mentoring peers.
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