INTERMEDIATE LEVEL – CLASS DETAILS
1. Mastering Verb Variations: Expanding Your Vocabulary
What You'll Learn:
Deepen your understanding of verb tenses and aspects, focusing on their subtle variations and when to use them correctly (e.g., "I have been working" vs. "I worked").
Explore phrasal verbs, modal verbs, and causative forms (e.g., “I had my car fixed” or “She made me laugh”).
Learn how to form active and passive voice for a wider range of expression (e.g., "The team won the game" vs. "The game was won by the team").
2. Advanced Pronunciation and Phonics: Sounding Natural
What You'll Learn:
Focus on intonation and stress patterns in English sentences to sound more fluent (e.g., emphasizing key words in a sentence like “I want to visit New York next year”).
Practice the rhythms of English and the difference between word stress and sentence stress.
Improve your ability to distinguish and pronounce minimal pairs (e.g., “ship” vs. “sheep,” “bat” vs. “bet”) and more challenging sounds (e.g., the “th” sound or silent letters).
3. Writing with Detail: Crafting Longer Texts (5+ Sentences)
What You'll Learn:
Write descriptive texts and short essays of 5 or more sentences, building coherence and logical flow.
Practice using transitional phrases (e.g., "However," "In addition," "On the other hand") to connect ideas smoothly within and between paragraphs.
Work on punctuation: mastering commas, periods, colons, semicolons, and quotation marks to clarify meaning.
4. Role Plays and Real-World Scenarios: Practicing with Context
What You'll Learn:
Engage in role-play exercises where you practice real-world conversations, such as handling customer service calls, making a reservation at a restaurant, or attending a job interview.
Work on problem-solving scenarios like dealing with a complaint, negotiating a deal, or discussing a work project.
Practice polite requests, suggestions, and opinions in context, using phrases like “I would recommend…” or “What if we tried…?”
5. Describing People, Places, and Situations in Detail
What You'll Learn:
Use adjectives and adverbs to give more detailed descriptions of people, places, or events (e.g., “The small, cozy cafe” or “The conference was incredibly interesting”).
Learn how to describe emotions and moods in more specific terms, moving beyond basic words like “happy” or “sad” to express nuance (e.g., “frustrated,” “elated,” “anxious”).
Work on expressing comparisons and contrasts (e.g., “This restaurant is better than the one across the street because…”).
6. Improving Listening Skills: Understanding Detailed Information
What You'll Learn:
Listen to and summarize longer and more complex audio clips (e.g., interviews, podcasts, or presentations) while identifying key points and supporting details.
Practice note-taking during listening exercises, helping you identify main ideas, supporting facts, and conclusions.
Work on understanding various accents and speech speeds, particularly in professional settings like business meetings or public talks.
7. Understanding and Using Idiomatic Expressions and Phrasal Verbs
What You'll Learn:
Dive into more common idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs (e.g., “bring up,” “carry on,” “take after”) and learn when and how to use them appropriately in conversation.
Practice informal and formal language by incorporating idioms and expressions into everyday dialogues.
Understand the cultural context behind idioms to use them naturally and confidently.
8. Handling Detailed Discussions and Arguments
What You'll Learn:
Practice giving opinions and defending arguments in detail on a variety of topics (e.g., work-life balance, social issues, or technology).
Use reasoning and examples to support your points, and practice expressing agreement or disagreement respectfully (e.g., “I see your point, but…” or “That’s an interesting perspective”).
Work on counterarguments: how to challenge someone’s opinion while staying polite and professional.
Key Features
2 sessions per week (1 hour each)
Online, in-person, or hybrid options
Personalized lessons tailored to your goals