Description
Program Overview: Spoken English Course
Duration: 1 Week (48 hours)
Mode: Online / Classroom
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of the English language (reading and writing)
Benefits:
- Certificate of completion at the end of the course
- Practical communication exercises in real-life scenarios
- Focus on improving speaking fluency and pronunciation
- Placement referrals for participants excelling in communication skills
Week 1: Spoken English for Fluency and Confidence (48 hours)
Day 1: Introduction to Spoken English and Basic Conversation Skills (8 hours)
- Understanding the importance of English in professional and personal settings
- Basic sentence structures and common phrases for everyday conversation
- Greetings, introductions, and polite expressions
- Building vocabulary: Common words and phrases used in daily life
- Practicing small talk: Engaging in short, casual conversations
Project 1: Role-play common scenarios (e.g., introducing yourself, asking for directions)
Objective: Gain confidence in initiating and holding short conversations in English.
Day 2: Listening Skills and Pronunciation (8 hours)
- Techniques for active listening: Understanding different accents and speech patterns
- Practicing pronunciation: Focus on clear enunciation and common mispronounced words
- Intonation, stress, and rhythm in spoken English
- Listening exercises using real-life audio (e.g., podcasts, interviews)
- Improving listening comprehension through note-taking and summarization
Project 2: Listening and summarizing audio clips
Objective: Listen to an English audio clip, summarize it, and discuss key points with peers.
Day 3: Grammar in Speaking and Expanding Vocabulary (8 hours)
- Understanding basic English grammar in conversations (e.g., tenses, prepositions, articles)
- Common grammar mistakes in spoken English and how to avoid them
- Vocabulary building exercises: Synonyms, antonyms, and phrasal verbs
- Using idioms and expressions naturally in conversations
- Enhancing sentence structure for clearer communication
Project 3: Group discussion on a simple topic (e.g., favorite books, hobbies)
Objective: Practice speaking in complete sentences, using proper grammar and varied vocabulary.
Day 4: Conversational Strategies and Public Speaking (8 hours)
- Strategies for maintaining conversations: Asking questions, giving opinions, and agreeing/disagreeing
- Building confidence in group discussions and debates
- Introduction to public speaking: Structuring a short speech
- Tips for handling nervousness and speaking clearly in front of an audience
- Delivering a 2-minute impromptu speech on a simple topic
Project 4: Presenting a short speech on a given topic
Objective: Develop public speaking skills and gain confidence in delivering speeches to an audience.
Day 5: Situational Conversations and Everyday English (8 hours)
- Conversing in different real-life situations: At the store, restaurant, or office
- Practicing formal vs. informal speech
- Improving phone conversation skills: Making and receiving calls, leaving messages
- Interview skills: Answering common interview questions fluently
- Handling difficult conversations: Disagreeing politely, making requests, and apologizing
Project 5: Role-play common workplace scenarios (e.g., attending meetings, handling customer inquiries)
Objective: Practice situational English in both professional and casual contexts.
Day 6: English for Professional and Social Settings (8 hours)
- Effective communication in the workplace: Meetings, presentations, and emails
- Social English: Talking about hobbies, events, and current affairs
- Networking in English: How to build connections and make small talk professionally
- Writing and practicing short presentations for workplace settings
- Handling questions and feedback confidently
Project 6: Group presentation on a topic of choice (e.g., a product pitch, project proposal)
Objective: Practice presenting in a professional setting, focusing on clarity and engagement.
Day 7: Final Projects, Mock Interviews, and Course Wrap-Up (8 hours)
- Capstone Project: Deliver a 5-minute speech or presentation on a chosen topic
Objective: Apply all speaking skills learned throughout the course, including grammar, pronunciation, and confidence. - Mock interviews with feedback from peers and instructors
- Interactive group activities: Debates, storytelling, and team discussions
- Final evaluation and personalized feedback for improvement
- Certificate of completion awarded
Internship and Certification
Certification: Participants will receive a certificate upon successfully completing the course and presenting their final project.
Hands-on Experience: The course will include practical exercises like role-plays, group discussions, and public speaking to build real-world communication skills.
Project Portfolio: By the end of the course, participants will have completed multiple speaking tasks that demonstrate improved fluency and confidence.
Placement Referrals: Top performers will be referred to potential employers where communication skills in English are essential (e.g., customer service, hospitality, and corporate roles).
