This course for advanced learners presents more challenging aspects of the English language, with content at the C1.2 level of the CEFR.
By covering the grammar and vocabulary needed to talk about percentages, fractions and figures in general, the world of work and alternative medicine, the course gives learners the opportunity to start using the language straight away.
Learners will also see new phrasal verbs, review narrative tenses, practise using compound nouns, as well as revise gerunds and infinitives.
Learners participate in role-play and conversation activities which encourage them to use the language spontaneously and meaningfully.
The writing and speaking assignments that follow offer the chance to use the language in a range of situations.
The student needs to follow the instructions to create short written and spoken texts which allow them to reuse the new language independently
Unit 1
Role-play: Market research - Shopping
A role-play to give practice at discussing shopping habits and talking about quantities.
Conversation class: Money
This conversation class takes a look at the language used to talk about money.
Students and teacher have a discussion about various aspects on the topic of finance.
The investment opportunity - Speaking assignment
This assignment encourages the learner to record a short audio advising a friend who is considering two investment options.
Planning a trip on a budget - Writing assignment
In this lesson learners write a detailed report outlining their travel plans, expenses, and how they will manage their money efficiently.
Unit 2
Role-play: Sightseeing - Tourist
This role-play provides practice at asking about tourist attractions, prices, timetables, etc.
Conversation class: Travel priorities
This conversation class encourages the learner to discuss different aspects of tourism and their own attitudes to them.
The future of travel – Speaking assignment
In this lesson learners prepare a short podcast episode discussing the future of travel.
The double-edged sword of tourism - Writing assignment
In this lesson learners write a formal essay discussing the impact of tourism on a local area.
Unit 3
Role-play: Gerunds & infinitives quiz - Contestant
This role-play includes examples of verbs which are followed by gerunds or infinitives as well as providing spontaneous speaking practice.
Conversation class: I don't remember meeting her
This conversation class provides practice using verbs which are followed by gerunds or infinitives.
Students and teacher have a discussion about various topics to review the correct use of the target language.
The art of balancing priorities - Speaking assignment
In this lesson learners prepare a short talk on the challenges of balancing personal and professional priorities in modern life.
The career change dilemma - Writing assignment
This assignment encourages the learner to write an advice column for a professional development website.
Unit 4
Role-play: Guess the object quiz - Contestant
This role-play provides the opportunity to review the language of description.
Conversation class: What makes a good armchair?
This conversation class provides practice using compound nouns.
Students and teacher have a discussion about various topics to review the correct use of the target language.
A series of unexpected events - Speaking assignment
This assignment encourages learners to give a short informal speech or story that naturally includes compound nouns.
The high-tech wearable device - Writing assignment
In this lesson learners write an article about a new wearable device focusing on its design and materials.
Unit 5
Role-play: Collaborative story
This conversation class practices narrative tenses as learners participate in creating a story.
Conversation class: Tell me about a time when...
This conversation class encourages the learner to use the appropriate vocabulary and structures to tell anecdotes.
A Storytelling Challenge - Speaking assignment
In this lesson learners tell a detailed personal story demonstrating their ability to use colourful vocabulary with appropriate grammar, and storytelling skills.
The consequences - Writing assignment
This assignment gives the learner practice at narrating a short story from an initial given sentence, using the language covered in the unit.
Unit 6
Role-play: Remote work - employee
This role-play provides the learner with the opportunity to practise giving reasons and discussing options on the topic of working from home.
Conversation class: Work and jobs
This conversation class provides practice at talking about working life.
Students and teacher have a discussion about a range of aspects associated with working and employment.
Challenges and changes in modern working life - Speaking assignment
In this lesson learners deliver a structured speech discussing modern working life and the challenges or trends shaping the workplace today.
A day in the life of a remote worker - Writing assignment
This assignment encourages the learner to write a detailed diary entry describing a typical workday as a remote worker.
Unit 7
Role-play: At the chemist - Customer
This role-play requires the learner to describe their symptoms to a chemist.
Conversation class: Alternative medicine
This conversation class gives the learner the opportunity to converse at length on the topic of alternative medicine and traditional remedies.
Alternative medicine in modern healthcare - Speaking assignment
In this lesson learners give a structured speech on the role of alternative therapies in healthcare; discussing their benefits, drawbacks, and public perceptions.
Traditional vs. alternative medicine - Writing assignment
In this lesson learners write a comparative analysis essay discussing the differences between traditional medicine and alternative therapies.
Unit 8
Role-play: Conflict with a roommate
This role-play gives the learner the opportunity to use phrasal verbs in an informal conversation.
Conversation class: I'm worn out
This conversation class provides practice using phrasal verbs.
Students and teacher have a discussion about various topics to review the correct use of the target language.
Answering life’s questions! - Speaking assignment
In this lesson learners answer a series of questions using phrasal verbs.
A story of change and growth - Writing assignment
In this lesson learners write a personal narrative or reflective essay about a challenging experience or a significant change in their lives.
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