Intermediate English Speaking and Conversation

Intermediate English Speaking and Conversation

Course Description


Introduction

 

Welcome to the "Intermediate English Speaking and Conversation" training course, designed by Cambridge for Global Training. This course is tailored for learners who have a foundational knowledge of English and are looking to enhance their conversational skills and fluency. Through engaging activities, interactive dialogues, and practical exercises, participants will improve their ability to communicate effectively in various social and professional contexts. This course aims to build confidence in speaking and help learners navigate conversations with ease.

 

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Improve fluency in spoken English through regular practice.
  • Enhance vocabulary and proper usage in conversations.
  • Develop active listening skills to better understand spoken English.
  • Increase confidence in speaking in public and group settings.
  • Refine pronunciation and intonation for clearer communication.
  • Master conversational techniques and etiquette.
  • Foster the ability to engage in discussions on various topics.

 

Who Should Attend

 

  • Individuals with basic English knowledge seeking to improve their speaking skills.
  • Professionals looking to enhance their conversational English for the workplace.
  • Students preparing for study or travel in English-speaking countries.
  • Non-native English speakers aiming to increase fluency and confidence.
  • Anyone interested in improving their English communication abilities.
Course Outline


Unit 1: Building Conversational Fluency

 

  • Practising everyday conversations and common phrases.
  • Role-playing different social scenarios.
  • Engaging in small talk and casual dialogues.
  • Using conversation starters and maintaining discussions.
  • Participating in group discussions and debates.

 

Unit 2: Expanding Vocabulary and Usage

 

  • Learning new words and phrases relevant to various topics.
  • Practising context-appropriate vocabulary usage.
  • Engaging in exercises to reinforce new vocabulary.
  • Incorporating idiomatic expressions into conversations.
  • Understanding and using phrasal verbs effectively.

 

Unit 3: Enhancing Listening Skills

 

  • Practising active listening techniques.
  • Understanding different English accents and dialects.
  • Engaging in listening comprehension exercises.
  • Responding appropriately to what others say.
  • Summarising and paraphrasing spoken content.

 

Unit 4: Improving Pronunciation and Intonation

 

  • Practising key sounds and phonetic patterns in English.
  • Working on stress, rhythm, and intonation in speech.
  • Using pronunciation exercises and drills.
  • Receiving and applying feedback on pronunciation.
  • Understanding the impact of intonation on meaning.

 

Unit 5: Mastering Conversational Techniques

 

  • Learning the art of asking and answering questions.
  • Practising effective turn-taking in conversations.
  • Developing skills for handling misunderstandings and clarifications.
  • Engaging in role-plays to practise conversational strategies.
  • Reflecting on and improving personal communication style.
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Intermediate English Speaking and Conversation
REF code: W-1478
Date: 11 - 15 Nov 2024
City: Online
Language: English
Price: 1900 £

Course Description


Introduction

 

Welcome to the "Intermediate English Speaking and Conversation" training course, designed by Cambridge for Global Training. This course is tailored for learners who have a foundational knowledge of English and are looking to enhance their conversational skills and fluency. Through engaging activities, interactive dialogues, and practical exercises, participants will improve their ability to communicate effectively in various social and professional contexts. This course aims to build confidence in speaking and help learners navigate conversations with ease.

 

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Improve fluency in spoken English through regular practice.
  • Enhance vocabulary and proper usage in conversations.
  • Develop active listening skills to better understand spoken English.
  • Increase confidence in speaking in public and group settings.
  • Refine pronunciation and intonation for clearer communication.
  • Master conversational techniques and etiquette.
  • Foster the ability to engage in discussions on various topics.

 

Who Should Attend

 

  • Individuals with basic English knowledge seeking to improve their speaking skills.
  • Professionals looking to enhance their conversational English for the workplace.
  • Students preparing for study or travel in English-speaking countries.
  • Non-native English speakers aiming to increase fluency and confidence.
  • Anyone interested in improving their English communication abilities.

Course Outline


Unit 1: Building Conversational Fluency

  • Practising everyday conversations and common phrases.
  • Role-playing different social scenarios.
  • Engaging in small talk and casual dialogues.
  • Using conversation starters and maintaining discussions.
  • Participating in group discussions and debates.

Unit 2: Expanding Vocabulary and Usage

  • Learning new words and phrases relevant to various topics.
  • Practising context-appropriate vocabulary usage.
  • Engaging in exercises to reinforce new vocabulary.
  • Incorporating idiomatic expressions into conversations.
  • Understanding and using phrasal verbs effectively.

Unit 3: Enhancing Listening Skills

  • Practising active listening techniques.
  • Understanding different English accents and dialects.
  • Engaging in listening comprehension exercises.
  • Responding appropriately to what others say.
  • Summarising and paraphrasing spoken content.

Unit 4: Improving Pronunciation and Intonation

  • Practising key sounds and phonetic patterns in English.
  • Working on stress, rhythm, and intonation in speech.
  • Using pronunciation exercises and drills.
  • Receiving and applying feedback on pronunciation.
  • Understanding the impact of intonation on meaning.

Unit 5: Mastering Conversational Techniques

  • Learning the art of asking and answering questions.
  • Practising effective turn-taking in conversations.
  • Developing skills for handling misunderstandings and clarifications.
  • Engaging in role-plays to practise conversational strategies.
  • Reflecting on and improving personal communication style.
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