Anglia English 1

• Engels
• MBO
• Studiejaar 4

Anglia English 1

THIS WEEK’S GOALS

1. Introductions and setting mutual expectations.


2. Learn expressions and techniques for making small talk by listening and roleplay.

ANGLIA ENGLISH?

Year 1&2: Exposure to the English Language to build vocabulary in a business context.

Year 3: Exam preperation.

Remaining lessons this period:

December 2: Small Talk

December 9: Cultural know-how

WHO AM I?

• Thomas Beukers
  
• 7th year at mboRijnland
  
• Studied English at Hogeschool Rotterdam
  
• Trainee Teamleader
• Likes: Gaming, horror movies and browsing the internet way past bedtime.

Available Monday till Friday

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EXPECTATIONS

What do you expect from me?

What do I expect from you?

- Be on time, or let me know in advance. Door closed? Please wait before coming

in so that you won't disrupt class.

- Be respectful; hands, listen, language, phones

 

WHO ARE YOU?

In English tell us:

1. Your name
2. A fun fact about yourself
3. What was your first job?

SMALL TALK

Grab a handout and a pencil for this part,

no laptops needed!

CHECK OUT

What is the purpose of 'facilitate'?

1. To ignore the needs of others.
2. To create obstacles to learning.
3. To complicate the task further.
4. To make a process easier.

What does 'superficial' mean?

1. Extremely important and serious.
2. Deeply thoughtful and introspective.
3. Highly detailed and comprehensive.
4. Concerned only with surface appearances.

What is 'collaboration'?

1. Avoiding teamwork at all costs.
2. Studying alone in silence.
3. Competing against each other fiercely.
4. Working together towards a common goal.

What does 'extroversion' refer to?

1. A type of musical instrument.
2. An outgoing and social personality.
3. A preference for solitude and reflection.
4. An ancient form of writing.

What is the meaning of 'pleasantries'?

1. Physical exercises in a gym.
2. Friendly remarks or greetings.
3. Complex mathematical theories.
4. Serious discussions about politics.