English Conversation – Pre–Intermediate

What do I already know?

• You manage to follow basic conversation that is slowly spoken
• You understand basic phrases in common conversation, you manage to characterize people and things
• You can ask simple question and answer them
• You know basic grammar points

Books and Material

• The combination of various materials from different sources – Internet, Newspapers, Magazines, News, Convesation books

How will the course be taught?

• You will speak English as much as possible
• You will have a Czech teacher who, if necessary, can explain issues in Czech (Czech will be used to the minimum extent possible)
• The course is designed for students who need to talk and don’t want to put emphasis on grammar
• Less attention will be paid to grammar than in general English courses. The teacher will explain any grammar that gives the students trouble and which inhibits conversation
• Every lesson, the conversation will take place on a different topic, to be selected at the beginning of the course
• The teacher will offer a list of topics from which you can choose during the first class. Students can also suggest themes.

How do I determine my language level?

• Take a placement test
• Read description of proficiency levels