24
Mar
2025
Communicative English for Professional and Cultural Exchange
Finland, HUITTINEN
Monday, March 24, 2025 - 09:30 CET to Friday, March 28, 2025 - 12:00 CET
This one-week intensive English course (25 hours) is designed for A2/B1 learners looking to enhance their communicative skills for professional and cultural exchange. The programme follows a structured approach, integrating placement testing, interactive lessons, group activities, and individual assessments.
On Monday, participants complete a placement test to assess their proficiency level, followed by introductory activities to establish learning objectives. From Tuesday to Friday, the course includes three daily sessions covering key language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Lessons incorporate grammar review, vocabulary building, and functional language for real-world interactions.
Teaching materials are sourced from the British Council to ensure high-quality, level-appropriate content. Participants engage in collaborative learning, role-playing scenarios, and targeted exercises to improve fluency and accuracy. Regular feedback sessions help track progress and personalise learning strategies.
By the end of the course, learners will have strengthened their confidence and ability to communicate effectively in English.
Event Details
Status
As planned
Type
Course
Organiser type
Other event
Hybrid event
No
Entrance fee
Ask opisto@lsopisto.fi
Target group
Academics, students, researchers in andragogy
Adult learning networks & organisations
Aims and objectives
Aim:
To provide an immersive and structured language learning experience that enhances students’ proficiency, confidence, and practical communication skills within a short timeframe.
Objectives:
1. Assess Proficiency Levels:
- Conduct placement testing on the first day to evaluate students’ current language skills and tailor the course to their needs.
2. Develop Core Language Skills:
- Improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities through interactive and engaging activities.
3. Foster Collaborative Learning:
- Encourage teamwork and peer interaction through group discussions, role-plays, and problem-solving tasks.
4. Provide Personalized Feedback:
- Offer individualized assessments and constructive feedback to address strengths and areas for improvement.
5. Enhance Real-World Communication:
- Equip students with practical language skills for everyday situations through real-world scenarios and activities.
6. Use High-Quality Materials:
- Deliver lessons using tailored, high-quality resources sourced from the British Council.
7. Track Progress:
- Monitor students’ development throughout the week and ensure measurable improvement in language proficiency.
8. Build Confidence:
- Create a supportive learning environment that boosts students’ confidence in using the language.
By achieving these objectives, the course aims to provide students with a solid foundation for continued language learning and real-world application.
To provide an immersive and structured language learning experience that enhances students’ proficiency, confidence, and practical communication skills within a short timeframe.
Objectives:
1. Assess Proficiency Levels:
- Conduct placement testing on the first day to evaluate students’ current language skills and tailor the course to their needs.
2. Develop Core Language Skills:
- Improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities through interactive and engaging activities.
3. Foster Collaborative Learning:
- Encourage teamwork and peer interaction through group discussions, role-plays, and problem-solving tasks.
4. Provide Personalized Feedback:
- Offer individualized assessments and constructive feedback to address strengths and areas for improvement.
5. Enhance Real-World Communication:
- Equip students with practical language skills for everyday situations through real-world scenarios and activities.
6. Use High-Quality Materials:
- Deliver lessons using tailored, high-quality resources sourced from the British Council.
7. Track Progress:
- Monitor students’ development throughout the week and ensure measurable improvement in language proficiency.
8. Build Confidence:
- Create a supportive learning environment that boosts students’ confidence in using the language.
By achieving these objectives, the course aims to provide students with a solid foundation for continued language learning and real-world application.
Expected (learning) outcomes
By the end of the course, students will:
1. Demonstrate Improved Language Proficiency:
- Show measurable progress in speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills based on their initial placement test results.
2. Communicate Effectively in Real-World Scenarios:
- Use the language confidently in everyday situations, such as introductions, discussions, and problem-solving tasks.
3. Participate Actively in Group Interactions:
- Engage in group discussions, role-plays, and collaborative activities with improved fluency and clarity.
4. Apply New Vocabulary and Grammar:
- Incorporate newly acquired vocabulary, phrases, and grammatical structures into their spoken and written communication.
5. Receive and Implement Feedback:
- Understand and apply personalized feedback to address specific areas for improvement.
6. Develop Confidence in Language Use:
- Feel more self-assured when speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the target language.
7. Understand Cultural Contexts:
- Gain awareness of cultural nuances and contexts related to the language, enhancing their communication effectiveness.
8. Build a Foundation for Continued Learning:
- Leave the course with a solid understanding of key language concepts and the motivation to continue improving their skills.
These outcomes ensure that students not only improve their language abilities but also gain the confidence and tools to use the language effectively in real-life situations.
1. Demonstrate Improved Language Proficiency:
- Show measurable progress in speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills based on their initial placement test results.
2. Communicate Effectively in Real-World Scenarios:
- Use the language confidently in everyday situations, such as introductions, discussions, and problem-solving tasks.
3. Participate Actively in Group Interactions:
- Engage in group discussions, role-plays, and collaborative activities with improved fluency and clarity.
4. Apply New Vocabulary and Grammar:
- Incorporate newly acquired vocabulary, phrases, and grammatical structures into their spoken and written communication.
5. Receive and Implement Feedback:
- Understand and apply personalized feedback to address specific areas for improvement.
6. Develop Confidence in Language Use:
- Feel more self-assured when speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the target language.
7. Understand Cultural Contexts:
- Gain awareness of cultural nuances and contexts related to the language, enhancing their communication effectiveness.
8. Build a Foundation for Continued Learning:
- Leave the course with a solid understanding of key language concepts and the motivation to continue improving their skills.
These outcomes ensure that students not only improve their language abilities but also gain the confidence and tools to use the language effectively in real-life situations.
Recognition / certification of participation
At the end of the one-week intensive language course, students will receive a **Certificate of Completion** to acknowledge their participation and achievements. The certificate will include the following details:
1. Student’s Name:
- The full name of the student who successfully completed the course.
2. Course Title:
- One-Week Intensive Language Course
3. Duration and Hours:
- 25 hours of instruction, completed from [start date] to [end date].
4. Key Skills Developed:
- A summary of the core skills covered, such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
5. Outcome Statement:
- "This certificate acknowledges that [Student’s Name] has successfully completed the course and demonstrated improved proficiency in English through active participation, collaborative learning, and individual assessments."
6. Instructor’s Name and Signature:
- The name and signature of the course instructor.
7. Date of Issue:
- The date the certificate is awarded.
8. Organization or Institution Logo:
- A logo or stamp from the organizing institution.
Purpose of the Certificate:
- Recognizes the student’s effort and commitment to the course.
- Serves as a formal record of participation and achievement.
- Motivates students to continue their language learning journey.
- Can be used for personal, academic, or professional purposes.
The certificate will be awarded during a brief closing ceremony.
1. Student’s Name:
- The full name of the student who successfully completed the course.
2. Course Title:
- One-Week Intensive Language Course
3. Duration and Hours:
- 25 hours of instruction, completed from [start date] to [end date].
4. Key Skills Developed:
- A summary of the core skills covered, such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
5. Outcome Statement:
- "This certificate acknowledges that [Student’s Name] has successfully completed the course and demonstrated improved proficiency in English through active participation, collaborative learning, and individual assessments."
6. Instructor’s Name and Signature:
- The name and signature of the course instructor.
7. Date of Issue:
- The date the certificate is awarded.
8. Organization or Institution Logo:
- A logo or stamp from the organizing institution.
Purpose of the Certificate:
- Recognizes the student’s effort and commitment to the course.
- Serves as a formal record of participation and achievement.
- Motivates students to continue their language learning journey.
- Can be used for personal, academic, or professional purposes.
The certificate will be awarded during a brief closing ceremony.
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