{"id":20472,"date":"2026-06-07T15:54:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-07T12:54:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citykeeltekool.ee\/events\/english-b1-conversational-intensive-microcourse-60-ac-h-40-ac-h-contact-lessons-20-ac-h-independent-work\/"},"modified":"2026-06-08T10:14:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T07:14:17","slug":"english-b1-conversational-intensive-microcourse-60-ac-h-40-ac-h-contact-lessons-20-ac-h-independent-work","status":"publish","type":"ajde_events","link":"https:\/\/citykeeltekool.ee\/ru\/events\/english-b1-conversational-intensive-microcourse-60-ac-h-40-ac-h-contact-lessons-20-ac-h-independent-work\/","title":{"rendered":"English B1 Conversational Intensive microcourse, 60 ac\/h (40 ac\/h contact lessons + 20 ac\/h independent study)"},"content":{"rendered":"
CURRICULUM<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
Course Title<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
English B1 Conversational Intensive microcourse
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Language of Instruction<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
English<\/span><\/h5>\n
Total Workload<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
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    40 academic hours of contact learning (10 study days)<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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    20 academic hours of independent study<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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    Total workload:<\/strong> 60 academic hours<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    Target Group<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
    Adult learners with at least A2-level English proficiency who wish to develop their B1 level English skills.<\/span><\/h5>\n
    Entry Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
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      English proficiency at least at A2 level<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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      motivation to participate in active, communication-focused learning<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
      Course Objective<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

      To develop learners\u2019 English language communication skills at B1 level, with a focus on practical everyday communication in a variety of social and professional contexts.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Learning Outcomes<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
      By the end of the course, the learner can:<\/span><\/h5>\n
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      1. understand the main ideas of authentic English-language texts, videos, and discussions on a range of contemporary topics;<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. use topic-related vocabulary, common expressions, and functional language appropriately in spoken communication;<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. express and justify opinions, participate in discussions, and interact effectively in role-play activities;<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. communicate with greater fluency, confidence, and improved pronunciation in everyday and professional situations;<\/span><\/li>\n
      5. prepare and deliver a short oral presentation and respond to questions from the audience.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Course Content<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Each day will have conversation lessons on unique topics we read\/watch authentic media and look at vocabulary, idioms, collocations, roleplay and discuss and pronunciation practice. Content subject to change at teachers discretion to fit needs of group<\/span><\/p>\n

        MON 1
        \n<\/b>Introduction to the exam, choose a topic or be assigned a topic, you can submit an idea to me for approval. Must submit to me by next Thursday morning\/ a topic will be assigned by the second Tuesday
        \n<\/span>Japan\u2019s unique rental friend business
        \n<\/span>Vocab: business, friendship, online marketing, loneliness, social norms, listening<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

         <\/p>\n

        TUES 1
        \n<\/b>Everyday annoyances
        \n<\/span>Vocab: tech, frustration, agree, disagree, problems\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        WEDS 1
        \n<\/b>Sports Psychology in Everyday life<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Video and reading<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Vocab: sports, psychology, stress, relaxation, success<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        THURS 1<\/b>
        \n<\/span>Children who become high achieving adults
        \n<\/span>Vocab: achievements, parenting, success, childhood
        \n<\/span>Reading\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        FRIDAY 1<\/b>
        \n<\/b>The Branding of Rare Beauty
        \n<\/span>Reading and video
        \n<\/span>Vocab: Cosmetics, branding, business, beauty and fashion industry<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        MON 2
        \n<\/b>Lessons from the internet\/Reddit
        \n<\/span>reading<\/span>
        \n<\/span>interpersonal relationships, family, conflict resolution, writing online<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        TUES 2
        \n<\/b>Cooking lesson<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Reading<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Vocab: cooking measurements, recipes
        \n<\/span>Confirmation of final presentation topics (given a topic must speak\/present\/lead a discussion for 5 minutes on an assigned or approved chosen topic and answer questions)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        WEDS 2<\/b>
        \n<\/span>Online dating trends lesson
        \n<\/span>Reading<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Vocab:\u00a0 Dating, Love, Marriage, Social Media<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


        \n<\/span>THURS 2 <\/b>
        \n<\/span>Job interviewing <\/span>
        \n<\/span>Reading<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Vocab: for job interview
        \n<\/span>Review requirements for final presentations<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        FRIDAY 2 <\/b>
        \n<\/b>oral exam\/presentation, misc. discussion and party, certificate presentation
        \n<\/span>Students receive a certificate of participation if they attend 70%<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Students receive a certification of achievement if they successfully complete the exam and attended at least 50%<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


        \n<\/span>Teaching Methods<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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          discussions and group work<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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          role plays and simulations<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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          case studies<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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          video and text analysis<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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          practical presentations<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
          Independent Study<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
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          • vocabulary consolidation and revision;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • reading and viewing authentic materials;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • short written tasks;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • preparation of the final oral presentation;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • review of learning materials and self-study activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
            Learning Environment<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
            The course takes place in a classroom equipped with presentation technology and learning materials. Digital tools may be used where necessary.<\/span><\/h5>\n
            Learning Materials<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
            Materials prepared by the instructor, articles, videos, and practical worksheets.<\/span><\/h5>\n
            Assessment<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
            Assessment is non-graded (pass\/fail).<\/span><\/h5>\n
            The learner achieves a positive result if they:<\/span><\/h5>\n
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              actively participate in lessons;<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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              complete the final oral presentation on an assigned or approved topic.<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
              Completion Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
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                attendance of at least 70% of contact sessions;<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
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                successful completion and delivery of the final oral presentation.<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
                Certificate Issued<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

                Certificate (Certificate of Achievement)<\/strong> — issued to learners who have met the completion requirements and achieved the learning outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n

                Statement of Participation<\/strong> — issued to learners who have participated in the course but have not met all completion requirements or demonstrated achievement of the learning outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n

                Curriculum Flexibility<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
                Content is subject to change at the teacher’s discretion in order to meet the needs of the group.<\/span><\/h5>\n

                My name is Kellen!<\/strong> I\u2019m a native speaker originally from the USA. I got my first TEFL certificate in 2019 and have been teaching English in Estonia ever since. My goal as a teacher is to help students gain the language skills and confidence they need to express themselves freely. Whether it’s Business English, conversation practice, or grammar, I strive to create supportive and engaging lessons that fit each group.<\/span><\/p>\n

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