I teach English for academic purposes, which instructs students on the skills required to perform in an English-speaking academic environment. I teach vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening with the ultimate goal of obtaining >80 on the TOEFL.
The classes are tailored to each student's requirements and can include more focus on specific areas of study, for example science, business or programming.
Duration: 20 hours (10 sessions x 2 hours each)
Session 1: Introduction to Business English
Learning Objectives
Introductions and students' English ability.
Overview business and technical English.
Basic English grammar, vocabulary and phrases.
The simple two tense model for success
Session 2: Communication Skills
Effective communication skills.
Role-playing exercises for business scenarios (e.g., meetings, negotiations, email communication).
Expand English grammar, vocabulary and phrases.
Session 3: Emails, Memos and minutes
Professional emails, memos and minute composition
Common phrases and expressions.
Writing practice: Outlining, drafting and composing.
Session 4: Effective Presentation
The psychology, style and graphics for delivering effective presentations.
Introducing, summarizing, and concluding presentations.
In-class presentation practice with feedback and improvement tips.
Session 5: Technical Vocabulary and Terminology
Introducing technical vocabulary related to tour industry (to be determined; TBD).
Industry-specific terminology.
Role Play: Technical discussions.
Session 6: Business Meetings
The structure and language used of business meetings.
Role-play: meeting participation and facilitation.
Expressing opinions, agreeing, disagreeing, questioning and making suggestions.
Session 7: Negotiations and Conflict Resolution
Negotiations in business.
Role play: Conflicts resolution.
Vocabulary for diplomatic communication during negotiations.
Session 8: Business Writing: Reports and Proposals
Corporate vision, reports & proposals.
Writing practice: Summarize your corporate vision, a recent report and a proposal.
Report group review & feedback.
Session 9: Cross-Cultural Communication
Cultural differences.
Effective cross-cultural communication.
Role Play: Cross-cultural challenges and discussion.
Session 10: Wrap-Up and Final Presentations
Review
Student PowerPoint presentations.
Group: Feedback and evaluation.
Note: Topics and content for each session are flexible and can be adjusted based on company needs and how students' are progressing. To make the material more relevant and engaging, please provide real-life materials.
Reviews (1)
Dougie is very professional and thorough. He also knows how to explain difficult concepts in a way that non-native speakers can easily understand.
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