Rationale and Course Goals
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a firm understanding of English verb tenses. By the end of this course, students will be able to confidently identify, use, and understand the main tenses in English. This knowledge will enable students to communicate more effectively in both spoken and written English.
Module 1: Introduction to Tenses (4 lessons)
- Lesson 1: Overview of English verb tenses
- Lesson 2: Present tenses
- Lesson 3: Past tenses
- Lesson 4: Future tenses
Module 2: Present Tenses (6 lessons)
- Lesson 5: Simple present tense
- Lesson 6: Present continuous tense
- Lesson 7: Present perfect tense
- Lesson 8: Present perfect continuous tense
- Lesson 9: Review of present tenses
- Lesson 10: Practice exercises
Module 3: Past Tenses (6 lessons)
- Lesson 11: Simple past tense
- Lesson 12: Past continuous tense
- Lesson 13: Past perfect tense
- Lesson 14: Past perfect continuous tense
- Lesson 15: Review of past tenses
- Lesson 16: Practice exercises
Module 4: Future Tenses (6 lessons)
- Lesson 17: Simple future tense
- Lesson 18: Future continuous tense
- Lesson 19: Future perfect tense
- Lesson 20: Future perfect continuous tense
- Lesson 21: Review of future tenses
- Lesson 22: Practice exercises
Module 5: Advanced Tenses (4 lessons)
- Lesson 23: Conditionals
- Lesson 24: Gerunds and infinitives
- Lesson 25: Passive voice
- Lesson 26: Reported speech
Module 6: Application (4 lessons)
- Lesson 27: Writing in different tenses
- Lesson 28: Conversation practice
- Lesson 29: Listening and comprehension exercises
- Lesson 30: Final exam
Evaluation and Assessment
Student progress will be assessed through participation in class discussion and exercises, written assignments, and a final exam.
Conclusion
This course offers students a comprehensive understanding of English tenses. With increased proficiency in tenses, students can confidently communicate and write in various situations.