English for Teachers:
Improving and Updating Language skills

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WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
Non-native teachers of English or teachers of other subjects, who want to update their English language, develop their confidence in using English, and expand their English vocabulary and range of expression.
You will need at least a lower intermediate level of English for this course (not elementary or biginner).

WHAT IS THE RATIONALE FOR THIS COURSE?
Teachers who work in non-English speaking countries often find they 'lose touch' with what is appropriate in English or with new developments in the language. These courses have been designed to revitalise your knowledge and use of English and to reinforce your confidence in using the language.

The course is of a highly practical and participatory nature. You will be engaged in and challenged by a variety of fruitful activities. Although very much a language improvement course many of the approaches you experience on this course will benefit your own teaching.

WHAT ARE THE KEY COURSE CONTENTS?
Topics include:

• Revisiting and building up on lexical & grammatical areas, especially those which cause difficulties.
• Work on English phonology including sounds, stress, rhythm and intonation.
• A look at sociocultural aspects of English and how changes in culture influence changes in the language.
• Studying English through authentic materials, e.g. newspaper articles, TV programmes, etc.
• Building confidence in listening to spoken English, including a wide variety of accents.
• Building fluency and confidence in spoken English.
• Learning aspects of English that are traditionally "untaught".
• Projects in the English-speaking environment (in agreement with the group).

IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
Yes, if you have an intermediate plus level of English and want to expand your levels of knowledge and confidence.
Alternatively view Information Sheets for the following courses:
Teaching Advanced Students - if you are already at an advanced level, wish to improve your English and also wish to learn a variety of creative techniques for teaching advanced students;
English for Teaching Other Subjects in English - if you want a course which combines methodology with language improvement.

WHAT DO I DO NEXT?
If this is the right course for you, please complete the Registration Form. Our courses have limited places, so avoid disappointment by completing your reservation as soon as possible.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact our agent in Italy :
Addestramento linguistico professionale
Via Baertsch, 4
24124 Bergamo
Tel. 035 363325
Fax 035 3694 091
Email info@corsidiinglese.it
http://www.corsidiinglese.it

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact our agent in Italy :
Addestramento linguistico professionale
Via Baertsch, 4
24124 Bergamo
Tel. 035 363325
Fax 035 3694 091
Email info@corsidiinglese.it
http://www.corsidiinglese.it

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