| Oxford English training programmes are carefully
planned to meet the learning needs of each client. Everyone has
their own variety of reasons for wanting to learn a language and
we identify them and then address them directly.
How do we ensure that our courses are designed and managed
effectively?
- Detailed notes are taken to identify precise training needs.
- Current language level is assessed and analysed according to
the Oxford English needs analysis tests.
- The targets for the course are agreed - both the language levels
and the skills to be acquired.
- A course is designed to meet the training objectives set.
- A team of trained trainers, all native speakers of the language,
implement the training programme.
- A constant review of the relevance and effectiveness of the
programme is carried out. with full support from training consultants
and trainers.
- The final report gives the individual and the company a detailed
profile of the progress made together with suggestions for continuing
language acquisition.
Setting targets
Planning the contents of a course and setting realistic targets
for learning are a crucial part of our service. We establish the
structure for a course by considering the existing language level
of the individual and the reasons for needing to learn more.
Initial Assessment
The current language level of the individual is assessed in
a comprehensive test. As a starting point, we need to know just
how much or how little of the language each person knows.
Needs Analysis
An interview is then held to establish exactly the needs to
learn the language, how it will be used and what standard of competence
is required. The current level in the language and the target
level are compared. Language competence levels are graded, from
Level 0 to Level 7, for each different language skill, e.g., for
writing, vocabulary, listening and so on.
Your Course
A course is then designed using the GEM materials as a basis.
This enables the individual to progress in stages towards the
agreed target level of competence. The course is delivered by
a team of trainers, all of whom are native speakers.
Course Report
At the end of the course, a final report is prepared for each
individual. This records what has been achieved, and advises on
future language development. Individuals and organisations can
therefore measure the effectiveness of their investment in training
with Oxford English and the need for further progress, if any,
to carry out their job effectively.
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