General English: Effective ways to improve language skills

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Effective ways to improve language skills: focus on smart language learning goalsGeneral English courses are designed to help students accelerate English language learning virtually. These courses provide effective ways to improve language skills in the four main areas: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. They also include additional exercises in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation, which are essential for building a strong foundation and achieving fluency.

Each unit in the General English coursebook follows a central topic to engage you and focus on smart language learning goals. The units are aligned with the Common European Framework standard, so you and your teachers can clearly track your progress on your English language journey.

General English Course Outline

Speakout Starter is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Starter takes learners from 0 to A1 with smart language learning goals. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements with effective ways to improve language skills.

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Example of Starter’s ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening & Speaking

  • CAN understand basic instructions or take part in a basic factual conversation on a predictable topic.

Reading

  • CAN understand basic notices, instructions or information.

Writing

  • CAN complete basic forms, and write notes including times, dates and places.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

 

Speakout Elementary is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Elementary takes learners from A1 to A2 with smart language learning goals. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements with effective ways to improve language skills.

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Example of Elementary  ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening

  • CAN recognise familiar words and very basic phrases concerning myself, my family and immediate concrete surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly.

Spoken Interaction

  • CAN  interact in a simple way provided the other person is prepared to repeat or rephrase things at a slower rate of speech and help speaker formulate what they are trying to say. Can ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics.

Spoken Production

  • CAN use simple phrases and sentences to describe where they live and people I know.

Reading

  • CAN understand straightforward information within a known area, such as on products and signs and simple textbooks or reports on familiar matters.

Writing

    • CAN complete forms and write short simple letters or postcards related to personal information.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

 

Speakout Pre-intermediate is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Pre-intermediate takes learners from A2 to B1 with smart language learning goals. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements with effective ways to improve language skills.

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Example of Pre-intermediate ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening

  • CAN understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). Can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.

Spoken Interaction

  • CAN communicate on simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. Can handle very short social exchanges. Can’t usually understand enough to keep the conversation going.

Spoken Production

  • CAN use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms family and other people, living conditions, educational background and present or most recent job.

Reading

  • CAN understand routine information and articles, and the general meaning of non-routine information within a familiar area.

Writing

  • CAN write letters or make notes on familiar or predictable matters.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

Speakout Intermediate is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Intermediate takes learners from B1 to B2. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements.

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Example of Intermediate  ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening & Speaking

  • CAN follow or give a talk on a familiar topic or keep up a conversation on a fairly wide range of topics.

Reading

  • CAN scan texts for relevant information, and understand detailed instructions or advice.

Writing

  • CAN make notes while someone is talking or write a letter including non-standard requests.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

Speakout Upper Intermediate is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Upper Intermediate takes learners from B2 to C1. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements.

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Example of Upper Intermediate ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening

  • CAN understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.

Spoken Interaction

  • CAN deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events)

Spoken Production

  • CAN connect phrases in a simple way in order to describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. Can narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe reactions.

Reading

  • CAN read quickly enough to cope with an academic course, to read the media for information or to understand non-standard correspondence.

Writing

  • CAN prepare/draft professional correspondence, take reasonably accurate notes in meetings or write an essay which shows an ability to communicate.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

Speakout Advanced Plus is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Advanced takes learners fromB2 to C1 with smart language learning goals. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements with effective ways to improve language skills.

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Example of Advanced  ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening 

  • CAN have no difficulty in understanding any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided. I have some time to get familiar with the accent.

Spoken Interaction

  • CAN take part effortlessly in any conversation or discussion and have a good familiarity with idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. Can express fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely. If there is a problem, can backtrack and restructure around the difficulty so smoothly that other people are hardly aware of it.

Spoken production

  • CAN present a clear, smoothly-flowing description or argument in a style appropriate to the context and with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points.

Reading

  • CAN read with ease virtually all forms of the written language, including abstract, structurally or linguistically complex texts such as manuals, specialised articles and literary works.

Writing

  • CAN write clear, smoothly flowing text in an appropriate style. I can write complex letters, reports or articles which present a case with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points. Can write summaries and reviews of professional or literary works.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

Speakout Advanced Plus is aligned with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework of Reference.

Speakout Advanced for learners at C2 level with smart language learning goals. Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and Common European Framework ‘Can do’ statements with effective ways to improve language skills.

Example of Advanced C2 ‘Can do’ statements:

Listening 

  • CAN understand any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided there is some time to get familiar with the accent.

Spoken Interaction

  • CAN take part effortlessly in any conversation or discussion and have a good familiarity with idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. Can express fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely. If there is a problem, can backtrack and restructure around the difficulty so smoothly that other people are hardly aware of it.

Spoken production

  • CAN present a clear, smoothly-flowing description or argument in a style appropriate to the context and with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points.

Reading

  • CAN read with ease virtually all forms of the written language, including abstract, structurally or linguistically complex texts such as manuals, specialised articles and literary works.

Writing

  • CAN write clear, smoothly flowing text in an appropriate style. Can write complex letters, reports or articles which present a case with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points. Can write summaries and reviews of professional or literary works.

See the coursebook information for more details and ‘Can do’ statements.

One World Learning uses Speakout Active Teach Coursebooks, which are fully interactive digital versions of classroom books. This award-winning course invites you to discover English as it is really spoken. It offers effective ways to improve language skills and helps you accelerate English language learning virtually.

The course builds all the skills and knowledge you need to express yourself confidently in a real English-speaking environment and follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). By focusing on smart language learning goals, it ensures that your progress is structured and measurable.

The course includes BBC content and additional podcasts to enhance your learning experience. All additional course material will be uploaded to your online folder, which can be downloaded and viewed on a PC or device.

What is the CEFR?

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is an international standard for describing language ability. It describes language ability on a six-point scale, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for those who have mastered a language. This makes it easy for anyone involved in language teaching and testing, such as teachers or learners, to see the level of different qualifications. It also means that employers and educational institutions can easily compare our qualifications to other exams in their country.

What materials do I need?

One World Learning provide you with an online folder with your course material available for download. However, there are several essential requirements to ensure a smooth and effective learning experience.
  • A personal computer or laptop with up-to-date hardware and software is necessary.

  • Classes contain video and audio playback so a stable and high-speed internet connection is recommended for attending online classes.

  • A webcam and microphone are essential for participating in virtual classes and discussions. Most computers come equipped with built in webcams and mics.

  • Headphones or earphones can help reduce background noise and provide a better audio experience during online classes.

  • Set up a dedicated and quiet study space where you can focus on your online classes without distractions.

  • Have digital or physical note-taking tools ready. This could be a notebook, digital note-taking app, or any other method you find effective.

By ensuring that you have these essentials, you’ll be well-prepared for a positive and productive online learning experience.