This course is designed for students who have already reached the standard required for the First Certificate in English Cambridge examination. It is therefore aimed at starting students off for the Cambridge Proficency in English examination.
Emphasis is placed on fluency , vocabulary resource and organization of composition.
Structures adequately controlled and varied in most contexts. Stress-timing, rhythm, placing of stress, intonation, etc., sufficiently controlled. Few vocabulary gaps other than in specialised areas. In developing these skills in the classroom, tasks will be oriented to achieve fluency in conversation, role-play practice, telling stories, presentations on grammatical points and satisfactory comprehension of TV programmes, such as documentaries or debates. The audio-oral practice sessions will also include class debates, group work and expressing opinions on current issues.