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This is an entertaining course to help people improve their English by confidently talking about yourself in more detail, and ask for and give basic information. It also covers basic grammar, useful everyday expressions and new vocabulary. The style is simple, clear and easy to follow, and will help learners develop confidence in speaking English correctly, both at work and in their personal lives.

This course is part of the BE00 which features great characters in amusing situations with fun storylines. It optimizes learner engagement in real conversations, with practical activities that are immediately applicable in the workplace, and in everyday life. The learning approach is founded on proven language learning principles presented in an innovative and effective style.

Build confidence in speaking conversational English;
Learn to give personal and work information;
Learn simple grammar - giving details and answering WH questions: What, Where, Who, When;
Master some common phrases and expressions - fingers crossed, good news, bad news;
Build vocabulary of words used to describe what people look like;
Practice speaking with examples that recap the lessons - giving information and asking WH questions;

This is available as part of

Cutting Edge Basic English Series
This ground-breaking Cutting Edge Basic English Series designed by psychologist Eve Ash and ESL expert Dr Fran Byrnes, can be used in a wide range of language learning situations, in classrooms and for self-study. The series can be used for learners prior to using the popular Cutting Edge English at... read more
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Cutting Edge Basic English Series
This ground-breaking Cutting Edge Basic English Series designed by psychologist Eve Ash and ESL expert Dr Fran Byrnes, can be used in a wide range of language learning situations, in classrooms and for self-study. The series can be used for learners prior to using the popular Cutting Edge English at... read more
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Release Date
Jan 1, 2014
Video Running Time (minutes)
16:27
Course Length (minutes)
60
Course ID
BE03

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