This
is going to give you an opportunity to improve your English, to reflect on
yourself, become more independent, learn how other people think and live as
well as a chance to make new friends! Not only that, working or volunteering in
an English-speaking country looks very impressive on your CV. You can find placement
that corresponds to your interests, which means that you’ll get practical, hands-on
experience in a company or organization, getting immersed in the culture by
working side by side with the locals. At the same time, you’ll improve your
language skills as well. Before leaving for your placement, you will take part
in an intensive language course to boost your confidence and gain the skills
you need to make it a success.
To find a job or placement in an anglophone country
To be confident to travel and work in English
To improve oral and written skills in English
To prepare for the TOEIC Test
To validate your English year
Revalidation
You
will learn about yourself and build your confidence, you will gain
independence, you will make friends and memories that will stay with you
forever, improve your language skills and learn a new culture.
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Topics Covered |
Evaluation |
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Week 1 TOEIC Test Understanding Reading part from TOEIC (Grammar/ business vocabulary…) Preparation Exercises for TOEIC throughout the week Tell me about yourself… Learning about yourself, who are you? What interests you? What do you enjoy doing? Looking for a job – where would you like to go? What is available? What can you do? Creating your CV Creating your motivation letter Applying for a job Daring to ask for a job Applying for a visa
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TOEIC Test CV Motivation Letter Grammar Test Presentation – Tell me about yourself
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Week 2 TOEIC Test Preparation Exercises for TOEIC throughout the week Pros and Cons of living in another country. Cultural awareness/ Culture shock in your target country Preparing your trip – where are you going? Travel arrangements Filling in the paperwork – Visa, work permit… Finding accommodation How much are you going to earn? How much is it going to cost you? UK, Ireland, Nordic countries, USA, Australia, Canada
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TOEIC Test Grammar Test Comprehension test – living abroad Presentation - Cultural differences of your chosen country
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Week 3 TOEIC Test Preparation Exercises for TOEIC throughout the week Improving organizational skills workshop Role Play Different situations whilst living in an anglophone country: Ordering food and drinks, Shopping in the supermarket, Asking for directions, Having a conversation, Getting a Tube/Metro ticket. While you are away, keeping up to date. (Feedback, Report, TOEIC Practice, On-going Exercises) |
TOEIC Test Grammar Test Report Preparation for living in another country Final Presentation |
https://www.thoughtco.com/esl-4133095
https://www.ets.org/pdfs/toeic/toeic-listening-reading-test-examinee-handbook.pdf
TOEIC Training
Hands on exercises throughout
TOEIC Test
CV
Motivation Letter
Grammar Test
Presentation – Tell me about yourself
Comprehension test – living abroad
Presentation - Cultural differences of your chosen country
TOEIC Test
Grammar Test
Report Preparation for living in another country
While you are away and final grade:
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Weekly Exercises
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20% |
Continuous Assessment = 40% |
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2 written reports of your trip
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20% |
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Final Written Test 2hours
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30% |
Final Test = 60% |
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Final Oral Presentation 15 minutes plus 5 minutes questions
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30% |
You will need to get 10/20 to pass the semester.
You will also take an official TOEIC test