Vanwest College Speak Up Course

Introducing Vanwest College Speak Up (All Day Speaking) Course. Students will be able to take this course either in Vancouver or Kelowna campus to get better at English through fun and challenging activities and gain confidence in English communication!

In this new 8 weeks course students will practice English in real-life situations in friendly learning atmosphere. Going beyond regular language learning and learning about different cultures will be the highlight of this course.

Learning Highlights:

• Expressive Storytelling: Learn to share stories effectively, making a strong impression.
• Better Small Talk: Improve your casual conversations.
• Everyday Language Challenges: Make everyday communication easier.
• Shopping & Bargaining Skills: Gain confidence in negotiating and talking about prices.
• City Talk: Understand and use language suitable for diverse city settings.
• Travel Communication: Learn to communicate well during travel situations.
• Talking about Hobbies: Express your interests more clearly and passionately in conversations.
• Understanding Different Cultures: Explore social topics and connect better with people from various backgrounds.

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Class Topics:

• Week 1 – Beyond Hello: Sharing Stories and First Impressions
• Week 2 – Small Talk Mastery: Navigating Social Conventions
• Week 3 – Everyday Challenges: Discussing Real-life Scenarios
• Week 4 – Marketplace Negotiations: Haggling and Bargaining
• Week 5 – City Chronicles: Exploring Complex Urban Interactions
• Week 6 – Voyage Dialogues: Adapting to Unexpected Travel Situations
• Week 7 – Passions Explored: Delving Deeper into Hobbies
• Week 8 – Cultural Connections: Tackling Sensitive Social Topics