English Matters

What Will You Learn?

• I. Course Objectives
• These objectives answer the question: "What will the student be able to do by the end of this course?"
• 1. Core Fluency & Confidence
• Overcome Hesitation: To remove the fear of speaking and build the confidence to initiate and sustain conversations in English.
• Think in English: To transition students from translating mentally from their native language to thinking directly in English to improve flow and speed.
• Impromptu Speaking: To develop the ability to speak on the spot about general topics without prior preparation.
• 2. Pronunciation & Articulation
• Neutralize Accent: To practice standard English sounds, stress patterns, and intonation to ensure the speaker is clearly understood globally.
• Master Enunciation: To improve clarity of speech, ensuring words are not mumbled or swallowed.
• Connected Speech: To learn how native speakers link words together (e.g., "want to" becomes "wanna") to improve listening comprehension and natural flow.
• 3. Vocabulary & Functional Grammar
• Active Vocabulary Expansion: To move passive vocabulary (words they know but don't use) into active vocabulary (words they use in daily speech).
• Grammar in Context: To correct common spoken grammatical errors (tenses, prepositions, subject-verb agreement) without relying on boring textbook drills.
• Idioms & Phrasal Verbs: To introduce natural expressions that make English sound more native and less robotic.
• 4. Situational Communication
• Social Interaction: To master small talk, introductions, and social etiquette.
• Professional Scenarios: To practice telephone etiquette, email drafting, meeting participation, and presentation skills.
• Active Listening: To train the ear to understand different accents and speeds of speech, enabling better responses.