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English at Work 17 – Apologizing
Duration: 15 minutes
Synopsis

English at Work 17 – Apologizing is an entertaining course that explains how to apologize appropriately and identify verbs that take the infinitive – want, seem, attempt, demand, expect, like and love. 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.

English at Work 17 – Apologizing is part of the Cutting Edge English at Work Series 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.

Key Learning Points
  • Build confidence and have fun learning and speaking English as it is really spoken
  • Learn language functions - Apologizing - Apologizing for actions; On the spot apology; Indirect apology; Fake sorry; Asking for an apology; Detailed apology
  • Master simple grammar lessons –  Verbs that Take Infinitives - want; seem; attempt; demand; expect; like/love
  • Master everyday idioms – Neck and neck;  Get up on the wrong side of the bed; Turn a blind eye; Let it slide; Break even
  • Build vocabulary – annual report; nickname; abruptly; peace offering; response, logical
  • Learn and practice pronunciation – Rhyming - Hey/Sanjay; bland/grand; never/ever; dark/spark
Package Description

Video, PDF of Leader's Guide with activities, scripts, discussion questions, Certificates and PowerPoint Slides.

Recommended Audiences
  • English/ESL learners
Distributed in the following format(s)
  • DVD
  • Stream
Available in the following language(s)
  • English
Media Type
 Video Recording
Presentation Style
  • Interactive
  • Drama
  • Comedy
STOCK CODE
EAW17
ISBN
9781921910678
Published
Melbourne, Australia
Filming location
Los Angeles, USA
Release year
2013
Copyright owner
Seven Dimensions
Publisher
Seven Dimensions