The General English Course is the foundational building block for English language learners, designed to provide a comprehensive and balanced development of all essential skills for all levels starting from everyday communication. This course is a tailored version of General English course for adult learners.
Content Focus:
• Balanced Skill Development: Equal emphasis is placed on improving Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing skills.
• Core Grammar: Comprehensive coverage of fundamental English grammar rules, including verb tenses, sentence structures, parts of speech, and proper usage.
• Broad Vocabulary: Building a wide array of words and phrases related to everyday topics like family, hobbies, travel, shopping, health, and current events.
• Clear Pronunciation: Focus on accurate articulation of individual sounds, proper word stress, and basic intonation patterns to ensure clear communication.
• Functional Language: Learning practical English phrases and expressions for various real-life situations, making daily interactions easier.
• Cultural Awareness: Introduction to aspects of English-speaking cultures to provide context for language use.
English Proficiency Level: Our General English program accommodates all levels from A0 (Pre-Beginner) to C1 (Advanced). Before enrollment, students usually take a placement test to ensure they are assigned to the most appropriate CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) level.
Target Audience Age Group: This course typically caters to a broad age range, all adult learners starting from young adults (college students). It’s suitable for anyone looking to learn or improve their English in a balanced way for personal growth, travel, or as a stepping stone to more specialized courses.
Teaching Materials: As an advantage of private classes, tutors are very flexible in resource selection depending on student’s age, level and learning style. Lessons often follow a well-defined syllabus, often incorporating a core digital textbook and supplementary online materials.
Methodology: Our online private General English course employs a student-centered and balanced teaching methodology, primarily guided by the content and curriculum of globally recognized textbooks.
Teaching Medium: All classes are conducted via Google Meet, providing a reliable and interactive virtual classroom environment. This platform allows for seamless:
• Live video and audio interaction: You’ll engage directly with your instructor and classmates in real-time.
• Screen sharing: For clear presentation of materials, exercises, and examples.
• Chat functionality: For quick questions, sharing links, and additional communication.
• Virtual whiteboards: Enabling collaborative writing and problem-solving during lessons.
Schedule & Duration Suggestion: We understand that every student has unique availability, goals, age, and energy levels. To best accommodate your needs, we offer flexible class scheduling:
• For the average student, we suggest three classes per week, 50 minutes each, providing a balanced learning pace.
• If you’re seeking intensive or a sustained study, you might consider classes every weekday or even daily sessions to accelerate your progress.
• For those who prefer a more relaxed approach, one to two classes per week are sufficient to maintain momentum and enjoyment.
Requirements:
• Stable Internet Connection
• Device (Desktop, Laptop, if not tablet or phone)
• Headset with Microphone
• Webcam (If desktop)
• Distraction-free Study Environment
• Google Meet or Internet Browser
• Notebook / Pen (optional)