English Conversation Small Group Class

Revolutionary
English
Conversation
-Small Group Class

Are you afraid of talking to foreigners?

Are you anxious going to large speaking group class?

Do you need to give presentations in English?

We want to help you feel MORE CONFIDENT with English speaking!

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The Story
Behind
This Class

When designing the class, I thought of the most common mistakes that Taiwanese people make when speaking English. I asked myself, "How can I help them see what's really important to a native speaker, beyond stressful tests?"

I noticed how many Taiwanese worry about their "poor vocabulary"! But for native English speakers, we don't care much about this. Instead of memorizing useless, fancy words for exams, for speaking, I recommend training with the words you already know!

Compared to the West, people in Taiwan give presentations that focus on many details they think are important. However, these presenters fail to first understand their audience and consider the listener's perspective, background, or purpose. For example, if my friend wants to tell me about last night's NBA game, but I've never played basketball before, how can he use words like "lay-up," "technical foul," or "free throw" if I haven't heard these words? These vocabulary words are technical, but what about deeper cultural misunderstandings between Taiwan and the West?

So, I train students to first consider their audience. Who are they talking to--NBA stars, kids learning basketball, or someone who doesn't know what a "travel" is? By first assessing and connecting with your audience, you can turn a boring presentation into an engaging, entertaining talk that lights up your listener's minds. Understanding your audience is crucial for achieving your purpose in a presentation, whether it's a speech in class, a company presentation, or a interview for a new potential job.

In class, I've included both general communication skills as well as technical English tips focused on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Students tend to ask technical questions, but as a native English speaker and teacher, I want to teach the life-changing skills you won't get anywhere else.

Class Content
(6-week; 1 class/week)

Class 1 Who's Your Audience?

In Western culture, it's very common to introduce yourself to others. Self-introductions could be with strangers, or meeting your potential boss before a job interview. In this class, you'll learn how to assess and present yourself to different audience types by reading your audience.

Class 4 Miscommunication

Everyone thinks differently--even members of your own family! Talking with people from different cultures can easily create critical moments with miscommunication. We can't avoid it, so how do we deal with these obstacles? In this class, you'll learn to ask CLARIFYING questions to untangle these stressors and protect your relationships!

Class 2 Know Your Purpose

If you've ever read English essays, you'll notice that every paragraph starts with a Topic Sentence. Before you even get to the Topic Sentence, there's a clear Thesis Sentence at the end of your Introduction! In English, people expect to know your WHY--your purpose--before you share any details, logic, or evidence. In this class, you'll learn how to identify your WHY and connect your ideas clearly.

Class 3 What to Say, When to Say It

Have you ever felt talked to someone very persuasive--a salesperson, a politician, social media post? You might be thinking, "I just can't help myself--I believe what they're telling me!" In this class, you'll learn how to use rhetorical tools (Ethos, Pathos, Logos), three key elements to make you a more persuasive speaker.