EX240 Upper Intermediate Course
This course aims to strengthen and expand students’ reading, speaking and writing skills so they can express themselves better.
This is a 2.5-hour All-English class that covers intermediate grammar, independent reading, different styles of writing, presentation and conversational skills.
This course aims to strengthen and expand students’ grammar so they are able to express themselves better in speech and writing.
During the reading section at this level, students are expected to engage in in-class discussions based on the weekly independent reading assignments.
In addition, students are required to read at least 5 additional books of their choice per term from the library.
The class includes a weekly sharing session whereby students have the opportunity to ask and discuss their own unique questions as they explore a variety of topics.
In the speaking section of the class, students are introduced to basic conversational skills, and they learn to better structure and express themselves in their presentations.
At this level, students are also expected to spend at least half an hour a day at home to work on the homework assigned and to prepare for the weekly quizzes.
Students are able to access the Online Study App where they can practice weekly grammar, vocabulary and improve their pronunciation through weekly video submissions.
※CEFR: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Lesson hours* | 2.5 hours |
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Structure |
Quiz Grammar (45 mins) Reading (30 mins) Speaking / Writing (50 mins) Library Time(15mins) |
Homework | 30 mins or more / day |
* Lesson hours: This is an estimate of the distribution of time spent in the classroom. Please note that there are weeks where some sections may be shorter/longer than stated.
**CLIL: Content and Language Integrated Learning
Online Study App
For International Kindergarten graduates and students returning after living abroad, a one-time weekly classroom lesson is insufficient for maintaining, let alone improving English skills.
In order to create an enjoyable atmosphere interacting with English outside of class time, we developed an original app which students can use to review grammar and vocabulary learned in class, and even practice for upcoming quizzes from home.