English Course Descriptions

English Course Descriptions

LC is pleased to offer General English courses for adults this Fall. The English program will help hone your skills and increase your confidence using the English language in both professional and individual settings. 

Our instructors use a variety of curriculum materials to help you develop your pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Lessons for adults focus on range and accuracy of vocabulary, effective use of grammar and natural self-expression in English.  With a focus on the 4 skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, the General English Course allows adult learners to improve their English skills in a supportive environment. 

 Students are grouped according to their levels. Topic and theme-based lessons allow learners to acquire the appropriate English skill for the corresponding situation.  Classroom activities are designed for learning in small groups, pairs, and as a whole class using a range of different practice activities. In addition to course books, lessons are supplemented with a variety of materials which include practical sources from relevant media.

 

English Language Program CEFR Objectives

Beginner 1 (A0.1), 40 hours

 NO or VERY LIMITED exposure to English

Acquire basic skills and intercultural understanding in the target language.
Able to learn in an environment where the language studied is spoken.

Elementary 1, 40 hours

A1

Understand and use very basic expressions to satisfy concrete needs.
Introduce themselves and ask others questions about personal details.
Interact simply as long as the other person speaks slowly and clearly.

Elementary 2, 40 hours

Pre-intermediate 1, 40 hours A2

Understand frequently used expressions in most intermediate areas such as shopping, family, employment, etc.
Complete tasks that are routine and involve a direct exchange of information.
Describe matters of immediate need in simple terms.

Pre-intermediate 2, 40 hours

Intermediate 1 (40 hours)

 B1

Understand points regarding family, work, school or leisure-related topics.
Deal with most travel situations in areas where the language is spoken.
Create simple texts on topics of personal interest.
Describe experiences, events, dreams, and ambitions, as well as opinions or plans in brief.

Intermediate 2, 40 hours

Upper-intermediate 1, 40 hours B2

Understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics including technical discussions.
Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity.
Produce clear detailed text on a wide range of subjects.
Explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.  

At the end of each level, students will be awarded an in-house certificate to recognize their successful completion.

At the end of A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1, students can apply for official exams to obtain an internationally recognized certification of their proficiency level in the language.

For 15 and 20-hour courses, the approach will be based on speaking and interaction. Students need additional hours to join the next level.

For the 30-hour course, students will be given 10 additional take-home activities to complete the equivalent of a 40-hour level.

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