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* Introduction to Spoken English

  1. Introduction to the Course
    • Brief overview of the course objectives and what students can expect to learn.
  2. Importance of Spoken English
    • Discuss why spoken English is important in various aspects of life, including education, career, and social interactions.
  3. Basic Communication Skills
    • Introduce fundamental communication skills such as listening, speaking, and non-verbal communication.

* Building Vocabulary and Grammar

  1. Expanding Vocabulary
    • Techniques for expanding vocabulary, including reading, listening to podcasts, and using vocabulary-building apps.
  2. Grammar Basics
    • Cover essential grammar rules such as sentence structure, verb conjugation, and tense usage.
  3. Commonly Used Phrases and Idioms
    • Teach common English phrases and idiomatic expressions used in everyday conversations.

* Practicing Pronunciation and Accent

  1. Pronunciation Practice
    • Exercises and activities to improve pronunciation of consonant and vowel sounds.
  2. Accent Reduction Techniques
    • Tips and strategies for reducing accents and sounding more natural in English.

* Conversational Skills

  1. Initiating and Maintaining Conversations
    • Techniques for starting conversations, keeping them going, and gracefully exiting them.
  2. Active Listening
    • Importance of active listening in effective communication and techniques to enhance listening skills.
  3. Role-Playing Exercises
    • Role-playing scenarios for practicing real-life conversations in various contexts.

* Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

  1. Preparing and Structuring Presentations
    • Steps for planning and organizing effective presentations, including introduction, body, and conclusion.
  2. Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
    • Strategies to manage nervousness and build confidence when speaking in public.
  3. Delivery Techniques
    • Tips for effective delivery, including voice modulation, body language, and using visual aids.

* Cultural Awareness and Etiquette

  1. Cultural Sensitivity
    • Discussion on cultural differences in communication and etiquette, and how to navigate them respectfully.
  2. Social Etiquette
    • Guidelines for polite and appropriate behavior in various social situations.
  3. Cross-Cultural Communication
    • Strategies for communicating effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds.

* Review and Assessment

  1. Review Sessions
    • Recap of key concepts and skills covered throughout the course.
  2. Mock Conversations and Presentations
    • Opportunities for students to demonstrate their progress through simulated conversations and presentations.
  3. Assessment and Feedback
    • Assessment criteria and feedback mechanisms to evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.

* Continuing Practice and Improvement

  1. Self-Study Resources
    • Recommendations for additional resources and activities to continue practicing and improving English skills outside of the classroom.
  2. Setting Goals
    • Encouragement for students to set achievable goals for their ongoing English language development.
  3. Continued Support
    • Offer ongoing support and guidance to students as they continue their journey to becoming fluent English speakers.