English Live (Beginners)
English Beginners
English LIVE Beginners is a language learning program designed to help new English speakers gain confidence in communicating in English. The program focuses on building English and communication vocabulary and strengthening English comprehension and conversation skills.
New vocabulary and concepts introduced in each session are immediately implemented through role play, games, activities, creative writing, and public speaking exercises. This tried and proven method encourages prompt and creative use of new vocabulary and phrases and challenges attendees to apply their English language skills to everyday situations.
English LIVE Beginners is taught by native English speakers to ensure correct grammar and pronunciation.
Audience
Beginner level English speakers, ages 14 +
Note: While this course teaches a basic level of English, it is not a children’s course. The activities and exercises are geared to an audience of 14+
Suggested program duration
4 sessions, 3.5 hours per session (14 hours total)
Program methodology
- Vocabulary lists
- Story-telling and drama
- Creative writing exercises
- Multimedia-based instruction
- Activities and games
- Role play
- Public speaking
- Group discussions and assignments
- Art projects
- Games
Topical outline
- Vocabulary building
- What is communication?
- Greetings and introductions, basic conversation
- Visual and written communication
- Listening skills
- Social skills and conversation ethics
- Elements of story and creative writing
- Public speaking and presentation fundamentals
- Cultures of the world
- Wonders of the world
Program components
- Trainer handbook
- Class Power Points and multimedia
- Attendee handouts
- Teaching aids
- Program overview
- Program administration forms
- Attendance record form
- Volunteer participation record form
- Pre-program task list
- Program materials inventory
- Attendee program evaluation form
- Attendee information form
- Attendee certificate of completion
- Volunteer certificate of participation
- Program methodology
- Vocabulary lists
- Story-telling and drama
- Creative writing exercises
- Multimedia-based instruction
- Activities and games
- Role play
- Public speaking
- Group discussions and assignments
- Art projects
- Games
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