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English Evolution Learning: An Approach to Applying the Communicative Method

Communicative language teaching (CLT) is an engaging, enjoyable and effective method of learning for students. English Evolution Learning use the principles of neuroscience so that students truly benefit from the communicative approach to learning English. Rather than just say we use a communicative method, we ensure that we deliver English language training that works effectively by answering these questions:

By English Evolution, 1 year15/05/2025 ago

Business English or Corporate Jargon?

Understanding business language and corporate jargon can be important if you want to stay in the loop and understand what your associates, partners and clients are saying. It’s also a good way to downplay disappointment, or reduce the impact of bad news.

By English Evolution, 3 years26/07/2023 ago

Business English – Why You’re Not Speaking the Same Language

Miscommunication and misunderstandings can be fatal in business. They can lead to lost sales, bad client relations, and even the complete failure of projects. At best, miscommunication wastes time – and of course, time is money. This is why it is essential that all parties in business meetings, discussions and negotiations are on the same page. To ensure this, it is important that what everyone is saying is mutually understood.

By English Evolution, 3 years10/04/2023 ago

The Benefits of Learning English Online

Learning English online in a ‘virtual classroom’ was largely on the fringes of educational practice prior to the COVID pandemic. However, since the COVID lockdowns, the virtual classroom has become a more familiar part of our post-pandemic culture. Schools, colleges and some of the best universities in the world are now delivering English courses online. That’s because learning English online has proven to be very effective, especially for company employees. Here are eight of the best reasons why learning English in a virtual classroom is so convenient and effective.

By English Evolution, 4 years05/12/2022 ago

The Art of Good Conversation Classes

When English language teachers do a CELTA, Trinity or PGCE course to learn how to teach, we are generally taught to plan our lessons using the 3P’s method – presentation, production and practice. This works very well within a formal academy or school setting with a curriculum, syllabus and groups of students who have to attend regularly, and on time. But for those of us who deliver private lessons or business English training and find ourselves being asked to deliver ‘conversation classes’, the 3P’s aren’t so helpful. In fact, insisting on the strictures of this format can often drive clients away. So how can English teachers ensure that their students are engaged and entertained in conversation whilst still studying and learning? What is the art of delivering a good conversation class?

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By English Evolution, 4 years20/09/2022 ago