Instructor

Dr. Alla TSARIKOVA

 

 

Course Duration

3 months / 12 Weeks

a total of 24 hours

Platform

Certification

Certificate of Participation

Certificate or Merit

English b2 – Alla Tsarikova

Course Information

Welcome to the English course that develops teenagers’ communication and critical thinking skills, values and life competencies, so they can successfully meet the challenges of their future.

English level B2 is the fourth level of English in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), a definition of different language levels written by the Council of Europe. In everyday speech, this level might be called “confident,” as in “I am a confident English speaker.”. The official level descriptor is “upper intermediate.” At this level, learners can function independently in a variety of academic and professional environments in English, although with a limited range of nuance and precision, especially regarding accent and intonation.

At this level, learners can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. They can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible. B2 learners can understand extended speeches and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument when the topic is reasonably familiar. For instance, they can comprehend a podcast discussing current events or a lecture on a specific subject related to their field of study.They are fluent and proficient in spoken communication. Learners here can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to their interests. They can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

How can we prepare students to succeed in a world that’s changing so fast? While it’s impossible to predict what specific skills will be in demand, there are some things that we can do to ensure our students are prepared for their futures. With this English course, we are giving our learners high-interest, relevant and thought-provoking topics, the development of critical thinking, positive values and self-esteem, along with the inclusion of standard exam practice sections

Who is the course for?

This English language course is specifically developed for young people between 12 and 18 years based on the latest research into teenagers’ cognitive science and best practices and methodologies for this age group.

What is there inside?

The course contents provide the language material and competencies complying with CERF level B2.

  • 1. Survival instinct: issuing and accepting a challenge; discussing situations and your emotional reaction to them; solving problems and making decisions; practical learning skills; taking control of own learning; listening respectfully and responding constructively.
  • 2. On the road: being safe in traffic; introducing information; discussing people’s behaviors; showing intercultural awareness; understanding and analyzing ideas and arguments; practical learning skills; setting goals and planning.
  • 3. Growing up: discussing parenting and bringing up children; being a responsible child and a responsible parent; evaluating ideas and arguments; solving problems; listening respectfully.
  • 4. The art of thinking: expressing frustration; describing people and personalities; understanding emotions; supporting others; evaluating ideas and arguments; generating ideas preparing for creativity.

How is the teaching done?

The course includes live Zoom lessons in groups and independent homework assignments. Live lessons are designed to guarantee maximum communication practice, students’ exchange of ideas, and co-working in order to guarantee the acquisition of the target language material.

What you will learn…

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

  • to talk about personal habits, likes, and dislikes
  • to describe your environment, family, house, school, and/or city
  • to describe people, places or weather conditions
  • to talk about free-time activities or preferences
  • to describe and ask for help in case of emergencies
  • to analyze data and links to make a conclusion about subjects and events
  • provide suggestions, offers, and ideas about various topics
  • to discuss global issues such as pollution, finance, and social problems
  • to talk about actions, skills, and/or abilities you can do
  • to talk about your routines
  • to talk about similarities and differences
  • to talk about traditions, customs and festivals around the world
  • to focus on and discuss factual texts on subjects of interest
  • to understand and be an active part of most common topics at work, school, or traveling
  • to make connections to events from your past, including your weekend activities and interesting stories
  • to describe your past life, giving details about important milestones
  • to entertain someone in your home or visit a friend or colleague in their home
  • to discuss your future plans and tell friends and colleagues about your plans
  • to engage in basic business socializing, welcoming guests and attending networking events

Syllabus for Course B2