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Course Description

The goal of this course is to enable intermediate learners of English to understand and speak English more accurately, confidently, and fluently. Each seven-week online course has asynchronous (self-paced) and synchronous (scheduled) components. The purpose of the weekly online meetings is to engage in interactive conversations and practice the skills that students develop during the week independently. The instructor will facilitate theme-based conversations among the students in a weekly Zoom session, which students prepare for through textbook and online exercises (Summit 1, English for Today's World and MyEnglishLab website). Weekly discussion boards will provide an opportunity to engage with peers, using the vocabulary and conversation strategies presented in each unit. This course is fast-paced and requires a significant time commitment and a self-motivated attitude. Students complete one unit each week, learning new vocabulary and idioms in the context of theme-based oral exercises, conversation models, pair-work activities, and listening texts. In addition, students learn strategies to improve accents, rhythm, intonation, and stress patterns. Students deliver oral presentations and share them with their classmates through the course website and weekly meetings on Zoom.

This is a two-part course. Registration is required separately for each part of the course.

Learner Outcomes

When you complete the course successfully, you will be able to:

  • Increase active conversational skills by building vocabulary, improving pronunciation, and applying grammar concepts
  • Develop communication skills by focusing on speaking to be understood, listening to understand, and responding meaningfully in conversations
  • Develop a personal toolbox of resources to further develop English conversation skills in a variety of contexts

Textbook Information

A textbook is available for this course.

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Prerequisites

No prerequisites are required. Students may take both parts or one part of the course.  However, students must begin the course with a basic conversational ability in English. The textbook, Summit 1, is designed for students at the B2 level (GSE 57-70).

Additional Information

  • Required weekly live online session Wednesdays 5:00-6:15 pm ET
  • Optional in-person practice for students located on the NIH Bethesda campus. Thursdays 4:00pm-5:15 pm ET.
  • Online Office Hours on Fridays 1-2 pm ET
  • This course will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

Refund
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Funding Justification Guide

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Section Title
English Conversation for Daily Life I-B
Type
Online Asynchronous & Weekly Live Class
Dates
Oct 23, 2024 to Dec 10, 2024
Total Cost (Includes $75 non-refundable technology fee per course when applicable)
Eligible Discounts Can Be Applied at Checkout (2 Credits) $775.00
Potential Discount(s)
Available for Academic Credit
2 Credit(s)
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