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    Tunisia English Language Program

    Young Adult 2B (CEFR A2)

    Description

    This 42-hour course will develop students' English language skills at a CEFR: A2 level. Through practice of the four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - students will explore topics such as shopping, cities, people, eating out, entertainment,  and changes.

    Course Objectives

    Following a communicative approach, students will develop understanding of basic grammar structure and language functions. At the end of this course, students will be able to: 

    • recognize and use the present perfect, and the comparative and superlative forms
    • bargain and compare products
    • ask for and give a recommendation/suggestion
    • express certainty and uncertainty
    • order food in a restaurant
    • react to good and bad news

    Student Assessment

    You will be evaluated in a variety of ways throughout the course and receive feedback from the teacher to help you continue to improve your English language skills. Student assessment is based on the following criteria, on a scale of 100%. The passing grade is 75%.

    Assessment

    Task

    Percentage

    Measure

    Frequency

    Participation & Homework

    30%

    Participate actively in classroom discussions and activities. Various asynchronous work and written assignments

    Throughout the term

    Quiz 1

    10%

    Unit quizzes. 

    Throughout the course

    Quiz 2

    10%

    Unit quizzes

    Two times a session

    Final Oral Exam

    25%

    Accuracy, fluency, grammar, and vocabulary usage of level studied

    End of term

    Final Written Exam

    25%

    Mastery of grammar structures, functional language, and vocabulary

    End of term

    Attendance Policy 

    Students cannot miss more than 8 hours (20%) of class time in order to pass the course. Late arrivals are counted towards the 8-hour limit. Students who are absent for two consecutive classes will receive a phone call from the EL Department to check on reasons for absences.

    Class Rules

    • Arrive to class on time.

    • Be prepared to participate in class activities.

    • Bring the class textbook and notebook to every class session.

    • Be sure your mobile phone is on silent and out of sight.

    • Do not bring food or drinks into class

    • Complete all home assignments before class. (This helps ensure that you progress more quickly!)

                WELCOME TO CLASS! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!

     We welcome any comments/suggestions/concerns you may have. Feel free to contact the EL Department or call at 71 145 700 EXT: 6718.

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