Course Goal
The goal of this course is to help students whose first language is not English to improve their proficiency in the English language. Students will improve their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, as well as their overall understanding of the English language.
Course Aims
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Read and comprehend more complex texts in English
- Write a variety of text types, such as letters, essays, and narratives
- Understand spoken English in a variety of settings
- Speak English with increased fluency and accuracy
Lesson Plan
Module 1: Introduction and Basic English Skills (5 lessons)
- Introduction to course and goal-setting
- Basic grammar and vocabulary review
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Introduction to writing in English
- Listening skills practice
Module 2: Developing Reading and Writing Skills (5 lessons)
- Reading comprehension skills building
- Writing a narrative
- Writing a descriptive paragraph
- Informational writing
- Poetry writing
Module 3: Improving Spoken English (5 lessons)
- Introduction to spoken English
- Casual conversation skills
- Giving a presentation in English
- Telephone conversation skills
- Public speaking skills
Module 4: Communicating in Formal Settings (5 lessons)
- Formal writing skills
- Formal speaking skills
- Writing a persuasive essay
- Debating in English
- Interpreting and responding to formal texts
Module 5: English for Special Purposes (5 lessons)
- Travel English
- Restaurant English
- Shopping English
- Medical English
- Technology English
Module 6: Preparing for Exams (5 lessons)
- Introduction to English exams
- Language tasks practice
- Listening and speaking strategies for exams
- Study skills for English exams
- Final exam practice and review
By the end of this course, students should feel more confident in their English abilities and be better prepared to communicate in a variety of settings.