SPOKEN ENGLISH : TOPICS FROM BASIC TO ADVANCE & STRUCTURED SCHEDULE

Alphabet and Pronunciation
- English letters and sounds
- Pronouncing vowels and consonants
- Phonetic symbols and word stress
Basic Vocabulary
- Common nouns (people, places, things)
- Basic adjectives and adverbs
- Simple verbs and tenses (present, past, future)
- Numbers, time, and dates
Basic Sentence Structure
- Sentence formation (Subject-Verb-Object)
- Simple sentences and question forms
- Using articles (a, an, the)
- Introducing oneself and others
Greetings and Small Talk
- Greetings and farewells
- Introducing yourself and asking basic questions
- Talking about your day, hobbies, and weather
Common Expressions
- Polite phrases (please, thank you, excuse me)
- Asking for and giving directions
- Making requests, offers, and suggestions
Pronunciation Basics
- Commonly mispronounced words
- Intonation in questions and statements
- Practicing clear speech

Expanding Vocabulary
- Describing people, objects, and places in detail
- Action verbs and linking verbs
- Adjectives for feelings, qualities, and states
Sentence Variety
- Complex sentence structures (using conjunctions like “because,” “although”)
- Conditionals (if clauses)
- Comparatives and superlatives (better, best)
- Asking more detailed questions
Common Situations and Conversations
- Shopping and ordering food
- Talking on the phone and writing emails
- Asking for help and giving instructions
- Describing daily routines, plans, and past events
Tenses and Time Expressions
- Present perfect, past perfect
- Future forms (will, going to, might)
- Using time expressions (since, for, ago)
Politeness and Formality
- Differences between formal and informal speech
- Using modal verbs (could, should, would)
- Apologizing, requesting, and complaining politely
Pronunciation and Accent
- Word stress and rhythm in sentences
- Practicing difficult sounds (e.g., “th,” “v,” “r”)
- Listening and mimicking native speakers

Advanced Vocabulary and Expressions
- Idioms and phrasal verbs (e.g., “give up,” “look after”)
- Synonyms and antonyms for variety in speech
- Slang and informal expressions
- Vocabulary for specialized topics (business, travel, technology)
Fluent Conversations
- Expressing opinions and preferences
- Giving advice and making recommendations
- Engaging in debates and discussions
- Narrating stories and experiences
Advanced Grammar
- Passive voice
- Reported speech (He said, she told me)
- Advanced conditional sentences
- Using inversion for emphasis (Had I known...)
Professional Communication
- Speaking in meetings and presentations
- Negotiating and problem-solving
- Writing formal emails and reports
- Discussing technical or specific job-related topics
Understanding Nuances
- Sarcasm, humor, and tone in conversation
- Interpreting meaning from context
- Expressing subtle emotions and complex thoughts
Accurate Pronunciation and Fluency
- Achieving clarity and precision in speech
- Accent reduction techniques
- Speaking fluently without hesitation
- Using fillers and pauses naturally

Day 1: Introduction to basic sentence structure (subject-verb-object)
- Key topics: Simple present, past, and future tenses
- Activities: Building basic sentences, sentence rearrangement exercises
Day 2: Understanding complex sentences (compound and complex)
- Key topics: Conjunctions (and, but, or), subordinate clauses
- Activities: Expanding basic sentences, exercises on identifying clauses
Day 3: Sentence variety and types (declarative, interrogative, imperative, exclamatory)
- Activities: Practice converting sentences from one type to another
Day 4: Error correction in sentences
- Activities: Spotting and fixing grammatical errors in sentences
Day 5: Sentence structure in professional communication (emails, reports)
- Activities: Writing sample emails, rewriting sentences for clarity

Day 6: Introduction to sounds of English (consonants, vowels)
- Activities: Learning phonetic symbols, listening and repeating sounds
Day 7: Common pronunciation mistakes (focus on problematic sounds for non-native speakers)
- Activities: Listening to recordings, practicing with phonetic drills
Day 8: Word stress and intonation patterns in sentences
- Activities: Reading aloud, identifying stressed syllables in words
Day 9: Pronouncing technical/business terms correctly
- Activities: Role-playing with technical/business vocabulary
Day 10: Practice session with emphasis on pronunciation
- Activities: Group reading exercises, feedback on pronunciation clarity

Day 11: Vocabulary for explaining processes and giving instructions
- Activities: Role-play explaining tasks and procedures in the workplace
Day 12: Politeness in requests and explanations (modal verbs: can, could, may)
- Activities: Practicing polite forms of communication in scenarios
Day 13: Structuring explanations clearly (sequencing words: first, next, finally)
- Activities: Explaining step-by-step processes
Day 14: Handling misunderstandings and clarifications
- Activities: Role-playing discussions where clarification is needed
Day 15: Summary and review (Explaining project requirements)
- Activities: Group presentations explaining project requirements in a clear, concise manner

Day 16: Useful phrases for meetings (agreeing, disagreeing, suggesting)
- Activities: Watching meeting simulations, practicing key phrases
Day 17: Structuring thoughts before speaking (starting and concluding points in discussions)
- Activities: Practice starting and closing statements in mock meetings
Day 18: Handling questions and objections in meetings
- Activities: Role-play answering questions, addressing objections
Day 19: Active listening and responding appropriately in meetings
- Activities: Listening exercises, summarizing what was said
Day 20: Full mock meeting practice
- Activities: Conducting a simulated meeting with discussion, presentation, and feedback

Encourage regular listening and speaking practice (watching English news, podcasts)
Provide feedback on individual challenges with pronunciation, sentence structure, or communication

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