SPOKEN ENGLISH FOR BEGINNERS
Course Objectives:
- To improve the ability to communicate effectively in English.
- To develop confidence in speaking English in everyday situations.
- To enhance pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammatical accuracy.
Course Duration:
- Total Duration: 3 months (12 weeks)
- Frequency: 3 classes per week (36 classes total)
- Class Duration: 1 hour per class
Month 1: Building Foundations
Week 1: Introduction to Spoken English
- Introduction to the course and its objectives
- Importance of spoken English in everyday life
- Basic greetings and introductions
- Common phrases for everyday conversations
Week 2: Basic Grammar
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Common nouns and pronouns
- Simple present tense
- Forming basic sentences
Week 3: Vocabulary Building
- Daily life vocabulary (family, home, school, work)
- Common adjectives and their usage
- Practice conversations using new vocabulary
Week 4: Pronunciation and Fluency
- Basic pronunciation rules
- Common pronunciation mistakes and how to avoid them
- Tongue twisters and pronunciation exercises
- Role-playing simple conversations
Month 2: Enhancing Communication Skills
Week 1: Asking and Answering Questions
- Types of questions (yes/no, WH-questions)
- Forming questions and giving appropriate responses
- Practice through Q&A sessions
Week 2: Describing People, Places, and Things
- Descriptive adjectives and their usage
- Constructing sentences to describe various subjects
- Practice describing pictures and objects
Week 3: Expressing Opinions and Preferences
- Phrases for expressing likes, dislikes, and preferences
- Simple opinion statements
- Group discussions on familiar topics
Week 4: Conversations in Different Situations
- Conversations in a market, restaurant, and other common places
- Role-playing various scenarios
- Practice situational dialogues
Month 3: Advanced Practice and Real-Life Application
Week 1: Telling Stories and Narratives
- Simple past tense usage
- Structuring a story (beginning, middle, end)
- Practice narrating personal experiences and stories
Week 2: Telephonic Conversations
- Common phrases for phone conversations
- Role-playing phone call scenarios
- Practice making and receiving calls
Week 3: Public Speaking Basics
- Tips for confident speaking
- Structuring a short speech
- Practice giving short presentations on familiar topics
Week 4: Review and Practice
- Review of key concepts learned during the course
- Group activities and interactive games
- Final assessment through role-plays and conversations
Additional Resources:
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Recommended Textbooks:
- "English Grammar in Use" by Raymond Murphy
- "Word Power Made Easy" by Norman Lewis
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Online Resources:
- Duolingo (for vocabulary building)
- BBC Learning English (for listening and pronunciation practice)
- TED Talks (for exposure to fluent English speakers)
Evaluation:
- Continuous Assessment: Through participation in class activities and assignments.
- Final Assessment: Through a combination of oral exams, role-plays, and a short presentation.