Comparing and Contrasting

English at Work 19 – Comparing and Contrasting is an entertaining course that explains how to compare and contrast people and situations and use what as the subject of the sentence rather than as a question. The course covers grammar, idioms, vocabulary and pronunciation and is ideal for workplace learners who already have basic skills in English. It promotes communication and language competence by building the desire and motivation to learn and the confidence to try. Confidence in learning and using English leads to successful communication.

Key Learning Points

• Learn language functions - Comparing and Contrasting - Listing options; Clarifying differences; Highlighting differences; Highlighting positives; Highlighting negatives; Highlighting contrasts
• Master simple grammar lessons – 'What' as Subject - Clarifying the meaning; Describing actions; Pointing out what's needed; Explaining situations; Stating outcomes
• Master everyday idioms – See eye to eye; In the same boat; On the same page; Great minds think alike; On the totem pole
• Build vocabulary – adapt; fluent; a plus; ambitions; desires; wants; needs
• Learn and practice pronunciation – The Sound of TH