Comprehensive English (Advnced) Geylang, Central

Course details

This module is developed to enhance the listening, speaking, reading and writing proficiency of the learners to meet workplace needs.

Course Outline

• Use a wide range of vocabulary such as synonyms, antonyms, precise terminology, phrasal verbs and idioms on a variety of topics.
• Use signal words and cohesive devices that give clues to organization and context of message.
• Use advanced grammar and structures.
• Identify the context, audience and purpose of speaking. Take into account and purpose, perspective and cultural influence of the listener while speaking.
• Use format and structure suitable for purpose and audience.
• Present information/ideas concisely, logically and persuasively.
• Convey humour, jokes, irony etc.
• Convey multi-step instructions and directions.
• Convey detailed instructions, explanations, instructions and directions in a range of contexts. E.g. writing reports and minutes of meeting.
• Use strategies to give suggestions or requests tentatively or indirectly.
• Give an extended discourse on a topic of special interest