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Teaching Techniques that work !

First of all - unlike most other companies - our courses are designed by experienced teachers. Our methods have been tested and evaluated over several years.

All our teachers follow the same class outline so all clients get a standardised approach which, at the same time, is flexible for their needs.

Secondly, unlike any other training provider, we have a back-up system using email / internet through.

Extra Resources (grammar, reading, writing, business english exercises from our website)

First we design a course for YOU - not just around a textbook

Secondly all our teachers meet regularly to share ideas which work -

Look for yourself below ! -

All our teachers are told about these techniques. This means YOU will always get a teaching approach which works whoever takes your classes !

We always remember two things :-

(i) Students need confidence in themselves when they speak English.

(ii) They have to learn the difference between "Written English" and how the language

"sounds" - which is why word-linking works so well for them.

Our Business English Classes

Our Business English classes can include any of the following topics to suit the student's needs.

Business Language

We introduce the student to the language of business. Students review business vocabulary, read articles pertaining to their areas of interest, and write business letters, reports and memos.

Pronunciation

This class helps students improve their pronunciation and their ability to distinguish sounds, words and sentences in English. Stress and intonation are worked on, as well.

American and English Idioms

Students learn and practice idiomatic speech using expressions frequently heard in conversational English, with the goal of improving their ability to understand informal communication, whether spoken or written.

American Film

Throughout the session, students view several films with a common theme. The emphasis is on listening comprehension, vocabulary development and discussion of the films.

Current Events

Students discuss issues of local, state, national and international significance. Vocabulary, idioms and language generally used in news reporting are reviewed. Material for the class may be drawn from newspapers, magazines, television, radio or guest speakers

Foreign Business Culture

This is ideal for students who spend a lot of time abroad - we show them how to integrate themselves in the business and social culture whether that be in the USA, Europe, or Australia / New Zealand.