Light General English

RECOMMENDED FOR:

WHY STUDY LIGHT GENERAL ENGLISH IN HLA?

• It is designed so that students will have English for general communication in their job or social life, or so that students can improve their English language skills before moving on to academic English or vocational courses.
• Students can register for more classes depending on their abilities or needs. However, Happy Learning Academy encourages students outside of classroom hours to take time to travel to explore the Philippines, enjoy local specialties, and meet friends. 
• Happy Learning Academy can help students book a tour to visit the beautiful islands in the Philippines – helping them relax and have more new experiences. Even if you don’t study English, you still speak English 24/7 with friends around the world who are studying at Happy Learning Academy.

LEARNING GOALS:

• To immerse in an English-speaking environment that promotes social and practical communication skills.
• To improve English language skills while fully enjoying the benefit of being in a fun and engaging community.
• To be confident in using the English language as part of communication.

Class structure per day: 3 one to one classes, 3 group classes and 1 self-study class (Essay Writing/ Music Class)

Course Highlights:

A. Integrated Approach

• Learning all the major skills with different teachers who are highly trained and with in-depth knowledge of the curriculum

B. Learner-centered

• Classes are focused on developing students’ macro and micro skills plus the usage of English in a classroom setting
• Teachers closely monitor students’ progress through feedback

C. Outcome Based Education

• Focuses on students’ evaluation to monitor progress and feedback
• Daily and weekly feedback from the teachers is done to inform students’ achievement and things that need improvements
• Special recognition and awarding of certificates at the end of the course

Course Requirement:

– Starting Date: every Monday
– Regular class schedule Monday – Friday

Course Design:

CLASS	CLASS TYPE	SUBJECT	DESCRIPTION
1	One to One (1:1)	Speaking	The class is designed to help the student speak confidently on a variety of topics that draw on personal experience, campus-based situations, and academic content materials. This helps students develop language fluency with accuracy and natural speed.
2	One to One (1:1)	Writing	This hones learners’ ability to write standard academic English. The student will be able to state and support opinions based on their personal knowledge and experience. Also, they will be able to demonstrate their ability to communicate in writing about academic information based on what they have read and listened to.
3	Group Class (GC)	Listening	This class aids students in improving their ability to listen and understand spoken English.
4	One to One (1:1)	Reading	This class is designed to develop and sharpen students’ reading skills. Different passages are given and students need to answer questions related to it. This class will test students’ comprehension skills.
5	Group Class (GC)	General Skills	An integrated class (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) designed to provide students with opportunities to interact with other students, learn together, and value each difference and uniqueness. Moreover, students are taught everyday English expressions and proper usage of English as well as correct pronunciation through the assistance of our ever-dynamic and highly-trained teachers.
6	Group Class (GC)	Pronunciation	As students come from different non-English speaking countries, students find it difficult to say the words properly. Thus, this class will help them improve on how to properly enunciate words and use them in real-life settings.
7	Self – Study Class	Essay Writing/ Music Class	It offers sufficient time to complete tasks guided by a teacher to monitor student’s work and performance. Students can participate in music classes to learn more vocabulary and how to use words and relieve stress after class.

Source: Happy Learning Academy – HLA