2 ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses in Colne

READ AND DISCUSS TWO GREAT NOVELLAS BY AWARD-WINNING IRISH WRITER CLAIRE KEEGAN HIGHLIGHTS * Join this book club course and gain extra motivation to read in English * 5 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English * Read two books and discuss one of Ireland's best contemporary writers  * Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Use and improve your English in this 5 week English book club course using Claire Keegan's two short novels Small Things Like These, and Foster.  Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel.  Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. THE BOOK CLUB BOOK Small Things Like These - in 1985, in an Irish town, Bill Furlong, a coal and timber merchant, is coming into his busiest season. Early one morning, while delivering to the local convent, he makes a discovery which leads him to confront both his own past and the silence of a town controlled by the church. Foster - A girl is sent to live with foster parents on a farm, not knowing when she will return home.  Here she finds the warmth and comfort she is not used to. But when a secret is revealed, her perfect new existence comes under threat.   '[Claire Keegan] creates luminous effects with spare material, so every line seems to be a lesson in the perfect deployment of both style and emotion.' Hilary Mantel 'Exquisite.' Damon Galgut 'Masterly.' The Times 'Miraculous.' Herald 'Astonishing.' Colm Tóibín 'Stunning.' Sunday Independent Geoff says: > "Small Things Like These is an unforgettable story of hope, quiet heroism and > tenderness.  Foster is a heartbreaking, haunting story of childhood, loss and > love.  Both books are touching; highly recommended"

READ AND DISCUSS THIS UPLIFTING STORY ABOUT THE FIRST (AND BEST!) FEMALE PRIVATE DETECTIVE IN BOTSWANA   HIGHLIGHTS * Develop your English by reading and speaking about this fun, lively book * 5 hours of live classes to help your spoken fluency and accuracy in English * Read this light, engaging story and discover Africa and African culture * Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this 5 week upper intermediate book club course using the first book in the The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency series.  Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel.  Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. THE BOOK CLUB BOOK This book follows the story of Precious Ramotswe who has just started as Botswana's first and only lady private detective.  We follow her solving a number of cases - a missing husband, a con man, a problem daughter, and most of all the case of a missing eleven-year-old boy.  This is a charming book -  a light, comfort read set in Africa, and offering a glimpse into Botswanan life and culture.  Among the greatest comfort-reads of all time ― Sunday Times The Miss Marple of Botswana ― New York Times Book Review A rare pleasure ― Daily Telegraph A publishing phenomenon ― Guardian Geoff says: > "This is a best selling and much beloved series of books, and the first novel > is great - introducing us to a wonderful character in Precious Ramotswe.

READ AND DISCUSS POSSIBLY THE GREATEST EVER AMERICAN NOVEL; BOTH HUGELY INFLUENTIAL AND A GREAT READ HIGHLIGHTS * Join this book club course to read & discuss one of the greatest books in English * 5 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent, accurate speaking in English * Read this world-famous novel & discuss the American dream  * Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Join this online English language book club course featuring the novel "The Great Gatsby" in this 5 week Zoom course.  Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary and grammar.  You also receive personalised feedback to improve your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation from an expert English teacher from the UK. The Book Club book The Great Gatsby is a much loved novel covering the themes of the American Dream, responsibility and class. Through the narrator, Nick Carraway, we meet his mysterious neighbour, Jay Gatsby, and relive the dramatic events of the summer of 1922.  Gatsby is a triumphant creation, beautifully written by author F Scott Fitzgerald.   Geoff says: "This is one of those "must read" novels.  The original text is short, poetic and with beautiful imagery and a powerful melancholic tone."   >

READ AND DISCUSS THIS INCREDIBLE TRILOGY OF DETECTIVE STORIES - UNLIKE YOU HAVE EVER READ BEFORE!   HIGHLIGHTS * Join this English book group course and gain extra motivation to read in English * 5 hours of live classes to help you develop fluent speaking in English * Discuss detective fiction and ideas of writing, identity, language & reality * Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Improve your accuracy and fluency in this 5 week advanced English book group course featuring the collection of Paul Auster's groundbreaking novellas, The New York Trilogy.  Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel.  Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. THE BOOK CLUB BOOK The New York Trilogy is an astonishing work.  It composes three interconnected short novels written in a standard detective fiction style, which collectively manages to be both a gripping read and full of interesting philosophical ideas.  It is like reading a cross between Raymond Chandler and Franz Kafka.  Our private investigator investigates a case, following clues which lead to some profound conclusions. The New York Trilogy is the modern novel at its finest: bold, astounding, unforgettable. 'Marks a new departure for the American novel.' Observer 'A shatteringly clever piece of work . . . Utterly gripping, written with an acid sharpness that leaves an indelible dent in the back of the mind.' Sunday Telegraph 'The New York Trilogy established him as the only author one could compare to Samuel Beckett.' Guardian  GEOFF SAYS: > "Paul Auster died recently and the world lost one of its great authors.  This > is three books in one, and almost certainly unlike anything you have ever > read.  Great ideas about the self, identity and language, all within the > structure of detective stories. Highly recommended!"

READ AND DISCUSS THIS UPLIFTING STORY ABOUT THE FIRST (AND BEST!) FEMALE PRIVATE DETECTIVE IN BOTSWANA   HIGHLIGHTS * Develop your English by reading and speaking about this fun, lively book * 5 hours of live classes to help your spoken fluency and accuracy in English * Read this light, engaging story and discover Africa and African culture * Be corrected by an expert English teacher to remove errors and mistakes Practise and develop your English online in this 5 week upper intermediate book club course using the first book in the The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency series.  Each week you read some chapters, discuss them in class and improve specific areas of vocabulary or grammar while also examining literary aspects of the novel.  Personalised feedback improves your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. THE BOOK CLUB BOOK This book follows the story of Precious Ramotswe who has just started as Botswana's first and only lady private detective.  We follow her solving a number of cases - a missing husband, a con man, a problem daughter, and most of all the case of a missing eleven-year-old boy.  This is a charming book -  a light, comfort read set in Africa, and offering a glimpse into Botswanan life and culture.  Among the greatest comfort-reads of all time ― Sunday Times The Miss Marple of Botswana ― New York Times Book Review A rare pleasure ― Daily Telegraph A publishing phenomenon ― Guardian Geoff says: > "This is a best selling and much beloved series of books, and the first novel > is great - introducing us to a wonderful character in Precious Ramotswe.

This course is designed to enhance the speaking and conversational skills of adult learners in English. Through a combination of interactive activities, discussions, and real-life scenarios, participants will develop the confidence and fluency needed to engage in various social and professional situations. Emphasis will be placed on improving pronunciation, expanding vocabulary, and refining grammar structures to communicate effectively in English.  Course Duration: 10 weeks (20 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Improve their overall speaking fluency and accuracy in English. 2. Enhance their listening skills to understand and respond appropriately in conversations. 3. Expand their vocabulary and idiomatic expressions for effective communication. 4. Develop confidence in speaking English in social and professional settings. 5. Gain a deeper understanding of cultural nuances and non-verbal communication in English-speaking countries. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Conversational English - Icebreaker activities to get to know each other - Assessing participants' current speaking level - Setting personal goals for the course Week 2: Pronunciation and Intonation - Identifying common pronunciation challenges - Practicing correct stress and intonation patterns - Role-playing exercises for clear communication Week 3: Everyday Conversations - Engaging in small talk and greetings - Discussing personal interests and hobbies - Describing daily routines and activities Week 4: Travel and Tourism - Asking for directions and recommendations - Role-playing scenarios at airports, hotels, and tourist attractions - Vocabulary related to travel and cultural experiences Week 5: Socialising and Networking - Discussing personal and professional backgrounds - Participating in group discussions and debates - Practicing active listening and turn-taking in conversations Week 6: Business Communication - Presenting ideas and opinions in a professional setting - Negotiating and persuading effectively - Writing and delivering effective elevator pitches Week 7: Job Interviews and Resume Building - Preparing for job interviews in English - Practicing common interview questions and answers - Crafting a compelling resume and cover letter Week 8: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills - Overcoming public speaking anxiety - Structuring and delivering engaging presentations - Using visual aids and body language effectively Week 9: Cultural Awareness and Non-verbal Communication - Understanding cultural differences in communication - Interpreting body language and gestures - Role-playing cross-cultural scenarios Week 10: Real-life Simulations - Applying all learned skills in real-life scenarios - Group discussions and feedback sessions - Reviewing progress and setting future language goals Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs and preferences of the participants. You can opt in and out of different modules. 

One to One English Book Club. Practise and develop your English online in this individual English book club course.

This English Exam Preparation course is specifically designed for adult learners who are preparing to take an English language proficiency exam, such as IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge exams. Participants will focus on developing the necessary skills and strategies to achieve a successful outcome in their chosen exam. Through targeted practice, exam-specific tasks, and personalised feedback, learners will gain confidence and proficiency in all sections of the exam. Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Understand the format and requirements of the chosen English language proficiency exam. 2. Develop effective strategies for each section of the exam. 3. Enhance reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills within the context of the exam. 4. Expand vocabulary and improve language accuracy for exam-specific tasks. 5. Practice time management techniques to complete tasks within the allocated time. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to the Exam - Introduction to the chosen English language proficiency exam - Overview of the exam format, sections, and scoring criteria - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals Week 2: Reading Skills and Strategies - Understanding different question types in the reading section - Developing reading skills for comprehension, skimming, and scanning - Practice exercises and strategies to improve speed and accuracy Week 3: Writing Skills and Strategies - Analyzing the writing tasks and requirements of the exam - Developing skills for organising ideas, structuring paragraphs, and coherence - Practice exercises for different writing tasks (essays, reports, letters, etc.) Week 4: Listening Skills and Strategies - Identifying question types and understanding the listening section format - Developing listening skills for main ideas, details, and inference - Practice exercises and strategies for improving listening accuracy and note-taking Week 5: Speaking Skills and Strategies - Understanding the speaking section requirements and assessment criteria - Developing skills for fluency, coherence, and pronunciation - Practice exercises for different speaking tasks (interviews, presentations, etc.) Week 6: Vocabulary Expansion for Exam Tasks - Expanding vocabulary in specific topics and themes relevant to the exam - Practice exercises to reinforce and use new vocabulary effectively - Techniques for deducing meaning from context and using appropriate vocabulary Week 7: Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures - Identification and correction of common grammar errors in exam tasks - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy in writing and speaking Week 8: Time Management and Exam Strategies - Strategies for time management and prioritizing tasks during the exam - Practice exercises to improve speed and efficiency in completing tasks - Tips and techniques for maximizing scores in each section Week 9: Mock Exam: Reading and Writing - Simulating a complete reading and writing section of the exam - Timed practice sessions to replicate exam conditions - Detailed feedback and analysis of strengths and areas for improvement Week 10: Mock Exam: Listening and Speaking - Simulating a complete listening and speaking section of the exam - Timed practice sessions to replicate exam conditions - Detailed feedback and analysis of strengths and areas for improvement Week 11: Exam Strategies Review and Practice - Reviewing and reinforcing exam strategies for each section - Targeted practice exercises to address specific challenges and areas of improvement - Individualised feedback and guidance based on participants' performance Week 12: Final Evaluation and Exam Tips - Comprehensive review of all exam sections and strategies - Final evaluation to assess participants' progress and readiness for the exam - Tips for managing test anxiety and mental preparation for the exam Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific exam requirements and the needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include additional topics or activities to cater to learners' specific goals or areas of focus.

This General English tutoring course is designed for adult learners who want to improve their overall English language proficiency. Participants will focus on developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in a variety of everyday contexts. Through interactive activities, discussions, and authentic materials, learners will gain confidence and fluency in using English for both social and practical purposes. Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English in various everyday situations. 2. Expand vocabulary and improve language accuracy. 3. Develop listening skills to understand different accents and speech patterns. 4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for various types of texts. 5. Write accurately and coherently for different purposes. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to General English - Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals - Overview of key language skills and areas of focus Week 2: Speaking and Conversation Skills - Developing oral communication skills for everyday conversations - Role-plays and discussions on common topics and situations - Enhancing fluency, pronunciation, and vocabulary in spoken English Week 3: Vocabulary Expansion - Expanding general vocabulary and idiomatic expressions - Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice new words and phrases - Incorporating vocabulary into oral and written communication Week 4: Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures - Identification and correction of common errors in speaking and writing - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy Week 5: Listening and Comprehension Skills - Developing listening skills to understand different accents and speech patterns - Authentic listening materials such as dialogues, podcasts, and videos - Strategies for understanding main ideas, details, and specific information Week 6: Reading and Comprehension Skills - Developing reading skills for different types of texts (articles, short stories, etc.) - Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding written information - Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and inferring meaning from context Week 7: Writing Skills: Emails and Messages - Improving writing skills for everyday correspondence (emails, messages, etc.) - Practice exercises for clarity, coherence, and appropriate tone - Polishing grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure in written communication Week 8: Writing Skills: Informal and Formal Writing - Developing writing skills for informal and formal purposes (letters, essays, etc.) - Techniques for organising ideas, supporting arguments, and expressing opinions - Practice exercises for clarity, coherence, and appropriate style in written communication Week 9: Pronunciation and Intonation - Developing clear and accurate pronunciation skills - Focus on individual sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns - Practice exercises and activities for improved spoken English Week 10: Everyday Practical English - Enhancing language skills for everyday practical situations (shopping, dining, etc.) - Role-plays and interactive exercises for real-life communication - Polishing conversational skills, expressions, and cultural understanding Week 11: Cultural Understanding and Communication - Understanding cultural nuances in English-speaking countries - Developing intercultural communication skills for effective interactions - Practising respectful and inclusive language in diverse environments Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include additional topics or activities to cater to learners' specific goals or areas of interest.

This Business English tutoring course is designed to help adult learners improve their English language skills within a professional context. Participants will focus on developing their communication skills, vocabulary, and cultural understanding necessary for success in the business world. Through practical exercises, role-plays, and industry-specific materials, learners will enhance their ability to effectively communicate in English within various business situations.  Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English within a business setting. 2. Expand business-related vocabulary and improve language accuracy. 3. Develop listening skills to understand business conversations and presentations. 4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for business-related texts. 5. Write accurately and coherently for business correspondence. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Business English - Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals - Overview of key business English skills and areas of focus Week 2: Business Communication Skills - Developing effective oral communication skills for business settings - Role-plays and discussions related to common business scenarios - Enhancing fluency, clarity, and confidence in expressing ideas and opinions Week 3: Business Vocabulary Expansion - Expanding business-related vocabulary and terminology - Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice key business terms - Incorporating industry-specific jargon into oral and written communication Week 4: Business Writing Skills - Improving writing skills for business correspondence - Practice exercises for emails, reports, memos, and other business documents - Enhancing clarity, coherence, and professional tone in written communication Week 5: Listening and Comprehension in Business Contexts - Developing listening skills to understand business conversations, presentations, and meetings - Authentic listening materials related to various business topics - Strategies for note-taking, understanding accents, and extracting key information Week 6: Reading and Comprehension for Business - Developing reading skills for business-related texts - Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding complex business documents - Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and summarising key information Week 7: Business Presentation Skills - Developing effective presentation skills for business contexts - Techniques for organising content, engaging the audience, and delivering impactful presentations - Practice sessions with feedback and guidance Week 8: Business Negotiation Skills - Enhancing negotiation skills for business interactions - Role-plays and practical exercises for successful negotiations - Polishing language and strategies for effective business communication Week 9: Business Etiquette and Cultural Understanding - Understanding business etiquette and cultural nuances in professional settings - Developing intercultural communication skills for international business contexts - Practicing effective communication in diverse and multicultural environments Week 10: Business Networking and Socialising - Developing language skills for networking and socialising in business contexts - Role-plays and exercises for effective communication at conferences, events, etc. - Polishing conversational skills, small talk, and building professional relationships Week 11: Business Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures in a business context - Identification and correction of common errors in business writing and speaking - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills in a business context - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus serves as a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include guest speakers or industry-specific case studies to provide further immersion and practical application of language skills.