The main function of language is interaction and communication. Therefore, our approach to teaching is based on the communicative method, the efficiency of which is proved by leading experts in foreign language teaching.
All kinds of courses offered by our Centre involve classroom studies with a teacher based on the communicative method and focused on a particular student. Thus, the key teaching principle in our Centre is a client-oriented approach, i.e. teaching arrangement with maximal consideration of individual peculiarities, needs and interests of students. Three basic components – LEARN, TRAIN and USE – are expressed in a carefully selected system of exercises for classroom work and in engaging additional methods of activation and the use of knowledge and the skills obtained, such as reading at home, watching films and TV programs in a foreign language, and informal meetings in a conversation club.
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1 | AnalysisAn analysis of each student’s needs and maximally precise knowledge test (oral and written) for the selection of the necessary course and training level. |
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2 | Setting a goalA clearly set goal and precise evaluation of the starting level make it possible to determine the best ways to achieve this goal and help increase students’ motivation. |
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3 | PhasingPhasing, continuance, intensity and a complex approach make it possible to gain stable knowledge and skills in basic areas – phonetics, grammar, conversation, audition, reading and writing. |
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4 | ControlA consistent system of intermediate and final control – oral and written tests – allow students and teachers to monitor progress dynamics. |
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5 | CommunicationThe communicative orientation of all kinds of exercises and the use of innovative technologies contribute to achieving the result very quickly and most efficiently. |
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6 | EnvironmentThe atmosphere of amiability and psychological comfort, the creative approach and the use of technical aids, game elements and proprietary teaching methods help students gain confidence and overcome «the language barrier». |
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7 | ModulesThe modular teaching system allows for connection to the process or its termination at any stage. |
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8 | CompetencesDevelopment of sociolinguistic competence – elements of country studies, as well as reading literature from the countries that speak the target language will acquaint you with the rich culture, history and traditions of these countries. |