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Group of 5~7. Technical & Business English, taught by an Academic.

Duration: 20 hours (10 sessions x 2 hours each)

Session 1: Introduction to Business English
Learning Objectives
Introductions and students' English ability.
Overview business and technical English.
Basic English grammar, vocabulary and phrases.
The simple two tense model for success

Session 2: Communication Skills
Effective communication skills.
Role-playing exercises for business scenarios (e.g., meetings, negotiations, email communication).
Expand English grammar, vocabulary and phrases.

Session 3: Emails, Memos and minutes
Professional emails, memos and minute composition
Common phrases and expressions.
Writing practice: Outlining, drafting and composing.

Session 4: Effective Presentation
The psychology, style and graphics for delivering effective presentations.
Introducing, summarizing, and concluding presentations.
In-class presentation practice with feedback and improvement tips.

Session 5: Technical Vocabulary and Terminology
Introducing technical vocabulary related to tour industry (to be determined; TBD).
Industry-specific terminology.
Role Play: Technical discussions.

Session 6: Business Meetings
The structure and language used of business meetings.
Role-play: meeting participation and facilitation.
Expressing opinions, agreeing, disagreeing, questioning and making suggestions.

Session 7: Negotiations and Conflict Resolution
Negotiations in business.
Role play: Conflicts resolution.
Vocabulary for diplomatic communication during negotiations.

Session 8: Business Writing: Reports and Proposals
Corporate vision, reports & proposals.
Writing practice: Summarize your corporate vision, a recent report and a proposal.
Report group review & feedback.

Session 9: Cross-Cultural Communication
Cultural differences.
Effective cross-cultural communication.
Role Play: Cross-cultural challenges and discussion.

Session 10: Wrap-Up and Final Presentations
Review
Student PowerPoint presentations.
Group: Feedback and evaluation.

Note: Topics and content for each session are flexible and can be adjusted based on company needs and how students' are progressing. To make the material more relevant and engaging, please provide real-life materials.

Extra information

Laptop required

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Yokohama, Japan

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General info

Age:
Adults (18-64 years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

Originally from Scotland, but I have lived in England, Germany, the Netherlands and the United States. I have travelled extensively throughout the world.
I aim to create a relaxed teaching environment, and create exciting lessons based on the students interests, needs and requirements
I have over 20 years experience in university research and teaching.
I can teach Engineering, Science, Medical or Business English, as well as concepts in logical, critical and creative thinking.

Education

Scottish Higher certificate in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics
BSc in Brewing and Distilling Science Heriot-Watt University
PhD Biotechnology Heriot-Watt University

Experience / Qualifications

Over 20 years teaching and research experience at international universities and hospitals.
Over 30 papers in peer reviewed journals.
Presented at over 50 international conferences and universities.

Reviews (1)

Dougie is very professional and thorough. He also knows how to explain difficult concepts in a way that non-native speakers can easily understand.
I teach English for academic purposes, which instructs students on the skills required to perform in an English-speaking academic environment. I teach vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening with the ultimate goal of obtaining >80 on the TOEFL. The classes are tailored to each student's requirements and can include more focus on specific areas of study, for example science, business or programming.

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