Special Classes Book Discussion / Modern English / Watch & TalkProgram

HOME> Program> PAGODA ACADEMY > Special Classes

Book Discussion

Overview

  • Started in 2007 and building in popularity ever since to become one of Pagoda's main programs.
    Students improve their language through enjoyment of the monthly book and the discussion around the themes and the language used in the book.

Aims and Levels

  • Book Discussion - Intermediate A range of young adult fiction and graphic novels to help students feel more confident in reading in English for enjoyment while building language skills.
    Book Discussion - Upper Intermediate/Advanced More challenging novels from a wide range of authors to allow students to explore native level literature and engage in depth discussion & debate.

Sample lecture

 

 

Modern English

Overview

  • A combined level class designed to be more challenging than the SLE program for students who have less time to practice their English or who want to learn more native level English.
    The activities in the books are at level but the language is several levels higher and contains more difficult vocabulary, language structures and a mix of British and American English.
    The book is supplemented with a series of articles based on current events.

Aims and Levels

    • Modern English is a combined level of SLE 4-6 but does not have incremental levels.
    The course can be studied for a maximum of four months with a different book provided for each month.
    The focus in the books is to introduce students to higher level vocabulary and functional English rather than levelled English. Where there are major differences between US and British English this is highlighted and practiced. By studying world English students are likely to improve their conversation skills more quickly.

     



     

Watch and Talk

Overview

  • Started in 2010 as a special class using media it has evolved into one of the most popular programs at Pagoda.
    Uses online media and supplemental materials instead of a text book as its main input.
    Subjects have been TED, movies, sitcoms and documentaries ？ anything available to be screened on YouTube.

Aims and Levels

  • Watch and Talk (Intermediate/Advanced) Branches generally keep one combined level of Watch & Talk and the teacher tailors the material to the interests of the students. All discussion material is also created by the teacher.