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Friday
10 January 2025 - 4 April 2025 ( 30 hours, 12 weeks )
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Waterloo Centre
Read for fun and also improve your comprehension and writing skills. This course is for students working at Level 1 or Level 2. It is all about learning to love reading and discovering how you can develop your understanding of different types of writing, increase your vocabulary, improve your communication skills and gain knowledge. You’ll be introduced to different types of texts and given the time to discuss and share your ideas.
You will learn through tutor instruction, reading and discussion. You will work on your own and in groups to share ideas and express your opinions. You will be expected to read on your own and in class and also complete written work. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes above. At the start of the course you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes and future goals i.e. progression to another course.
You must be fluent in spoken English and be working at Level 1, Level 2 or above. All new students need to take an assessment before they can enrol. Assessment dates are updated regularly on our website.
Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. You will be required to complete homework outside of class time, including researching topics using the internet.
You will need A4 lined paper, a pen, a ring binder folder for your work and a dictionary.
