| Setting Up Your Own School of English |
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Before taking the big step towards opening your own school of English, it is important to be well informed of the legal and administrative aspects of such a venture. In three one-on-one sessions, each lasting 4 hours, you will be supplied with such necessary information. We address such concrete issues as when and how to invoice, systems of accounting, what is tax-deductible, etc. In addition, we will examine pricing, marketing and advertising strategies for your school and develop or refine your Business Plan.
As a start-up on the teaching side, you will also be supplied with a CD-ROM containing over 500 worksheets, exercises, handouts, together with a complimentary set of our pass-english-exams software on CD-ROM.
Please contact us for further details and/or to arrange dates. |
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3 x half days, as arranged |
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as arranged |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 1500.00 inclusive of materials |
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Location |
wds, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Tailor-Made Programmes for Groups of Teachers & Schools in CH & GB |
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wds / pass-english-exams is able to offer a wide ranges of courses, seminars and workshops geared specifically to the needs and requirements of individual groups of teachers and schools. Programmes in Great Britain can be arranged with our partner schools. Please contact us if you would like to receive further information about these services: info@pass-english-exams.com |
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Various |
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To be announced |
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According to Offer |
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wds, Your School, School in GB |
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| Conversation Classes |
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Teachers of conversation classes often feel under pressure to present something new, fresh, lively and interesting to their classes each and every lesson. This seminar shows teachers how to create motivating conversation lessons based on a structured, well thought-out term plan in which the necessary grammar practice and vocabulary building exercises are also integrated. 8 examples of topic-related lessons, including full lesson plans and copies of all materials used, are presented and discussed in the seminar. |
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Saturday, January 12th, 2008 |
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12.00 - 16.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Correction Techniques - Correcting Correctly |
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Correcting mistakes made by our students while they are talking, - often a difficult task, sometimes overdone, sometimes neglected. This half-day seminar presents various types of appropriate correction techniques and methods, thereby addressing the important issues of when, how and what to correct. Practical examples with numerous tips and hints will be given throughout the seminar. |
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Friday, January 18th, 2008 |
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14.00 - 18.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Teaching Cambridge BEC Vantage Courses |
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This seminar is aimed at teachers who have not yet taught a BEC Vantage course. The aim is to familiarise participants with the various papers of the examination, their requirements and how students can be optimally prepared for the big day(s). Various course books will be presented and evaluated. Participants will receive exam handbooks, a set of 50 BEC-specific worksheets produced and used by wds / pass-english-exams teachers, as well as a free copy of pass-english-exams BEC Vantage, our own software program containing over 500 exercises and 5 BEC Vantage mock exams. |
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Saturday, 9th February, 2008 |
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12.00 - 19.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs / to be announce |
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Cost |
CHF 240.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Lesson Planning |
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This seminar examines the role of lesson planning in successful teaching and learning. The various elements of a lesson (introductions, controlled practice sessions, free practice, closures, as well as skills mix, pacing, etc.) are analysed and discussed. |
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Monday, February 11th, 2008 |
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14.00 - 18.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| The History of the English Language |
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While not essential for our everyday teaching, this seminar provides participants with an interesting insight into how English has evolved into what it is today. We will examine the origins of the language, look at the major influences which have changed and formed it and also delve into some interesting and often surprising etymological aspects. |
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Friday, 22nd February, 2008 |
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14.00 - 18.00 |
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Leader |
To be announced |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Feel Good ! Teach Well ! |
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A motivation seminar in which we apply various methods and techniques to improve our general well being and our mental attitude, thereby producing better teaching (and learning) performances. |
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Friday, March 7th, 2008 |
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09.30 - 13.30 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Teaching Vocabulary |
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'I always use the same words', 'I need more vocabulary', 'I forget my words'. These and similar comments are often expressed by students who feel 'lost for words' and wish to maintain and extend their vocabulary. This half-day seminar provides teachers with the necessary techniques for dealing with the meaning of new words and presents effective ways of recycling and reinforcing previously learnt vocabulary. |
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Saturday, April 5th, 2008 |
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09.00 - 13.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Less TTT - Teacher Talking Time |
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What percentage of class time do we spend talking?This seminar looks at the ways in which we as teachers can dramatically reduce our own talking time in class, thereby providing our students with more speaking opportunities. By placing more emphasis on active participation by our students, we will see how the students can correct themselves and others, thereby providing them with more speaking opportunities. Whether in introducing new vocabulary or structures, checking on homework, carrying out a grammar exercise, outlining a conversation session, correcting errors, etc. - at the end of this half-day seminar you will speak less! |
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Friday, April 11th, 2008 |
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09.30 - 13.30 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Teaching Business English |
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Aimed at experienced teachers of general English who have yet to teach a Business English course, this seminar will help to develop the skills necessary in order to teach Business English effectively. The programme includes an analysis of the typical user of Business English and what his or her needs actually are. Ready-made materials (Business English books, software, business texts, magazines) as well as tailor-made materials are also examined and evaluated. The seminar will also deal with the various examinations in Business English which can be taken by students. |
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Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 |
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13.00 - 17.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Grammar for Teachers |
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Are there really so many exceptions to the rule in English grammar, or are we as teachers perhaps not fully aware of the rules? Is the language really as illogical as some of our students maintain? The aim of this course is to increase teachers' awareness of how English works by providing them with an in-depth analysis of the grammatical aspects of the language. With this heightened awareness of the structures of the language, teachers will become more sensitized to their learners' needs and problems, and far better equipped to deal with them. This seminar is intended for relatively inexperienced teachers of English. |
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5 Sessions, Wed. 7. 14. 21. 28. May, 4. June 2008 |
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14.00 - 18.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 700.00 incl. books and material |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Teaching Cambridge Proficiency Courses |
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This seminar is aimed at teachers who have not yet taught a Cambridge Proficiency course. The aim is to familiarise participants with the various papers of the examination, their requirements and how students can be optimally prepared for the big day(s). Various course books will be presented and evaluated. Participants will receive exam handbooks, a set of 50 CPE-specific worksheets produced and used by wds / pass-english-exams teachers, as well as a voucher for a free copy of Pass Proficiency, our own software program containing over 500 exercises and 5 CPE 'mock' exams. |
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Friday, 9th May 2008 |
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10.00 - 17.00 |
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Leader |
Geraldine Finch |
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Cost |
CHF 240.00 |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Drama in the Classroom |
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This practical workshop introduces teachers to a multitude of games, role plays, sketches and other activities, all of which can be used at various levels to liven up a lesson by actively applying grammar points or vocabulary items, create discussions, etc. No previous knowledge of acting is required of teachers or students. |
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Saturday, June 7th, 2008 |
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09.00 - 13.00 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 150.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Teaching Cambridge Advanced Courses |
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This seminar is aimed at teachers who have not yet taught a Cambridge Advanced course. The aim is to familiarise participants with the various papers of the examination, their requirements and how students can be optimally prepared for the big day(s). Various course books will be presented and evaluated. Participants will receive exam handbooks, a set of 50 CAE-specific worksheets produced and used by wds / pass-english-exams teachers, as well as a free copy of Pass Advanced, our own software program containing over 500 exercises and 5 CAE mock exams. |
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Friday 13th June, 2008 |
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09.30 - 16.30 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 240.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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| Teaching First Certificate Courses |
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This seminar is aimed at teachers who have not yet taught a First Certificate course. The aim is to familiarise participants with the various papers of the examination, their requirements and how students can be optimally prepared for the big day(s). Various course books will be presented and evaluated. Participants will receive exam handbooks, a set of 50 FCE-specific worksheets produced and used by wds / pass-english-exams teachers, as well as a free copy of Pass First, our own software program containing over 500 exercises and 5 FCE mock exams. |
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Saturday, 24th January 2009 |
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09.30 - 16.30 |
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Leader |
William Dobbs |
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Cost |
CHF 240.00 incl. materials |
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Location |
wds / pass-english-exams, Römerstrasse 18, 8400 Winterthur |
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