Instructor

ass. prof. dr. Donjete Latifaj

Professor Donjetë Latifaj has 10 years of experience teaching English to learners of all ages and proficiency levels.

Course Duration

3 months / 25 hours

Platform

Certification

Certificate of Participation

Certificate or Merit

English B1

Course Information

Level B1 is considered the intermediate level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). At this level, learners can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. They can deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken.

These learners can listen and understand main ideas in conversations or listening contexts. They can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters. For example, they can follow conversations in a restaurant or during a meeting about familiar topics, such as discussing plans for a weekend. They can use their English for effective communication and interaction. They can produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. They can describe experiences, events, dreams, and ambitions, as well as briefly explain their opinions and plans.

Learners at this level can read and understand texts that consist mainly of high-frequency everyday or job-related language. They can understand descriptions of events, feelings, and wishes in personal letters. For instance, they can read a short article about a cultural event or a simple story and understand the main ideas. B1 learners can write simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. They can write personal letters describing experiences and impressions. B1 learners typically know around 2,000-2,500 words, including vocabulary related to work, hobbies, and everyday life.

B1 level learners are becoming more confident in their ability to communicate in English and can handle a range of situations that may arise in everyday life.

Be a part of this course and enjoy the spirit of prociency in English!

Pen Research Institute English course is developed so that to guarantee a supportive communication environment for the learners:

  • · Functional approach to the language material
  • · Contemporary coaching techniques
  • · Communication skills for international networking and making contacts
  • · 88% learners’ working time at the lesson
  • · Frequent revision and repetition

What you will learn…

PRI English B1 course is developed so that we can provide communicative and interactive environment for the learners to

  • focus on and discuss factual texts on subjects of interest
  • understand and be an active part of most common topics at work, school, or traveling
  • relate events from your past, including your weekend activities and interesting stories.
  • describe your past life, giving details about important milestones.
  • entertain someone in your home or visit a friend or colleague in their home.
  • discuss your vacation plans and tell friends and colleagues about your vacation afterwards.
  • talk about the natural world and travels to see animals and natural areas in your country.
  • talk about movies that you like and choose a movie to see with friends.
  • discuss clothing and what kind of clothes you like to wear
  • engage in basic communication at work, including attending meetings on familiar topics.
  • produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.
  • describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans
  • describe an accident or injury, get medical help from a doctor and fill a prescription for medicine.
  • engage in basic business socializing, welcoming guests and attending networking events.
  • talk about relationships and dating, including meeting people through social media.
  • go to a restaurant, order food, engage in polite dinner conversation and pay for your food.
  • participate in negotiations in your area of expertise, if you have help understanding some points.
  • discuss workplace safety issues, report an injury and explain rules and regulations.
  • understand and make basic business proposals in your area of expertise.


Syllabus for Course B1

    1. Talking About Daily Routines and Hobbies

    2. Making Plans: Arranging Meetings and Social Events

    3. Traveling: Booking Tickets and Describing Destinations

    4. Giving and Following Directions

    5. Shopping and Comparing Prices

    6. Talking About Past Experiences

    7. Describing People: Appearance and Personality

    8. Health and Fitness: Visiting a Doctor

    9. Job Interviews: Basic Questions and Answers

    10. Making and Responding to Invitations

    11. Ordering Food in a Restaurant

    12. Using Public Transport: Asking for Information

    13. Weather and Seasons: Expressing Preferences

    14. Expressing Opinions and Likes/Dislikes

    15. Talking About Future Plans and Ambitions

    16. Housing: Renting an Apartment

    17. Technology: Talking About Gadgets and Apps

    18. Social Media: Describing Your Online Life

    19. Holidays and Celebrations

    20. Learning How to Apologize and Handle Mistakes

    21. Family and Relationships

    22. Sports and Outdoor Activities

    23. Talking About News and Current Events

    24. Describing a Movie, Book, or TV Show You Like