About the Course
Our online General English course helps speakers achieve a recognised improvement in their English, regardless of their level. The course programme includes a Needs Analysis in order to establish individual aims and objectives. From this, a detailed, bespoke syllabus is designed especially for you to enable us to maximise your learning experience. As this is your own personal English Course, you can change the syllabus or programme at any time as your English progresses so the syllabus is flexible and can be adjusted throughout the teaching period. The exact content of every programme differs, depending on the student’s differing needs and challenges but the basis of most on line courses will be verbal and written communication, social skills and cultural competence. We offer further on line reading matter as well as Homework should you wish. Material from course books and daily publications such as newspapers and books is used extensively, as well as on-line video and audio clips. Reading and writing exercises are set regularly as homework tasks.
Style of Teaching
General English courses are delivered on a one-to-one or small group basis, and follow a mutually agreed syllabus in a fairly formal and well-structured style dependent on your age, level and requirements. However, this does not mean that lessons are delivered as a series of lectures! Constant verbal interaction between you and your teacher and/or other members of your group is vital in order to build the confidence which will enable you to speak English fluently with ease. You will, however, receive ongoing advice and guidance from your teacher, delivered gently, sensitively and in an email if required. It is during these interactions that any limitations are identified, with targeted exercises given as homework in order to strengthen areas of difficulty. Indeed, the review and reinforcement teaching style forms an important part of the course.
Who is this course for?
The General English course is suitable for students seeking to enhance their English for School or College, as well as socially for older Learners and those with an eye to future career prospects. We can also prepare you for Exam English when your level improves significantly. With the recognition of English as the “lingua franca” of the global world, English has become their common corporate language.
What you will learn
- Improved Language Skills: No matter your current level of English proficiency, this course is designed to bring about a noticeable improvement in your overall language skills.
- Tailored Learning: The course is adapted to your unique needs and objectives, with a customised syllabus crafted following a thorough Needs Analysis.
- Advanced Written Communication: Improve your written English proficiency for effective communication in a wide range of contexts, from academic to social scenarios.
- Improved Spoken English: Develop your spoken English skills through constant interaction with your teacher and peers, boosting your confidence and fluency.
- Expanded Vocabulary and Idiomatic Language: Through the use of various materials, gain a wider range of vocabulary and an understanding of idiomatic phrases.
- Social Skills and Cultural Competence: Enhance your social skills and cultural understanding, aiding you in both everyday communication and when interacting with different cultures.
- Targeted Improvement: Based on the identified areas of difficulty, you'll be given targeted exercises as homework to strengthen these areas and improve overall English competence.
- Exam Readiness: Should you wish to take English exams in the future, this course provides the foundational skills necessary to approach such exams with confidence.
Pricing for this Course
Prices begin at £25 per hour for one-on-one lessons. Please contact the office for additional information.
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