Modal verbs are special verbs that can not be used without accompanying a normal verb. However, - 1. Modals have present and past forms but are not necessarily used for present or past events. 2. Modals do not take "-s" in the third person. 3. We use "not" to make modals negative. 4. Verbs followed Modals should always be in present simple form. Some common Modal Verbs: Can, Could, May, Might, Ought to, Shall, Should, Must, Will, Would, Have to e.g. I can swim. You should be here by now. They might not know the answers. He will can go with you.(Wrong) She should studied hard last year. (Wrong)
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English Courses for Adults:
Language medium : Cantonese or English
English Grammar (elementary Level) LE901
The objective of this course is to enhance the participants' abilities in using English by strengthen their foundations on English Grammar. This course is designed for those who know little about English and need to deal with English in their working environments.
At the end of this course, learners are expected to have more confidence in using the language and be able to handle general social situations in English.
No. of lessons : twelve 2hr lessons. (~3 months)
English Grammar (Intermediate Level) LE911
Grammatically correct in English is particularly important. Minor mistakes in grammar sometime will lead to ridiculous results. People may always find difficulty in using some English structures. This course will help you to make clear of these confusing grammars. You are expected to have your expressions in English become easier. This course will concentrate on these structures and is suitable for those who have already acquired the basic knowledge in English grammar. At the end of the course, you will have received useful knowledge on how to use the grammar accurately. You are expected to be able to make sentences closer to their meanings and more sophisticated. In addition, your confidence both in speaking and in writing will also be increased.
No. of lesson : twelve 2hr lessons. (~3 months)
English Communication – Speaking & Listening LE902
This course focuses on improving the learners' communication skill in English in terms of speaking and listening. You will be introduced :
The common
useful expressions in both social and business situations.
Phrase and
grammar used in spoken English.
Common mistakes
in English speaking caused by Cantonese speakers.
Formal and
informal usage in spoken English.
Fluency includes
pronunciation, intonation, etc..
Listening skill
includes how to focus on the main points of a speech.
At the end
of the course, you are expected to be able to express yourself without
much difficulty. We wish you could also extend your conversation content
easily. No. of lessons : twelve 2hr lessons. (~3 months)
English Reading and Writing LE903
This course is for those who are interested in improving the reading and writing skills in English. The course is designed in a way by using some sort of academic content. Different topics will be included in the materials to discover different writing styles. To follow the aim of the course, you will learn : -
How
to write short pieces of coherent discourse.
How to write
longer, tighter sentences and better-organized paragraphs.
How to extract
information from given texts efficiently.
The skills
of skimming, scanning and guessing vocabulary from context.
Various exercises and activities are incorporated in the course content. Comprehension, grammar and vocabulary will be taught during the course.
No. of lessons : twelve 2hr lessons. (~3 months)
Business Communication in English LE904
Meeting in English …..(LE904a)
- Common expression
used in different situations of a meeting.
- Formal, semi-formal and informal expression.
- Tone and language.
- Situational phrase.
Commercial etiquette …..(LE904b)
- English
expression of different situations in commercial world.
- Formal rules for common commercial situations.
- Situational phrase.
Memo/Letter Writing …..(LE904c)
- The process of approaching writing.
- Purposes and readers oriented writing.
- Useful frameworks for business letters.
- Language and tone in business letters.
- Formats for letters/memos.
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Inclusive of three sessions.
No. of lessons : Five 2hr-lessons per session.
(total 15 2hr-lessons for 3 sessions.)
Discount offered to one-time enrollment of all three sessions.
Fluency in English LE905
This course is designed for those who wish to improve their pronunciation in spoken English. The course will help you in the pronunciation of more accurate and fluent English on the basic of the following content :
The
studies of English Phonetics (the structures and symbols of vowel and
consonant).
Pronunciation
problem of Cantonese speakers in English.
Intonation.
Connected
speech (rhythm, linking, etc.).
Idioms
commonly used in spoken English.
This
course will not only benefit you in the knowledge of English pronunciation
but a skill for self-learning of other languages.
No. of lessons : six 2hrs lessons.
Tailor-made English course LE906
This course is designed for those who have to work irregular hours, thus they won't miss the class due to the unavailability. The benefit of this course is also for teachers to provide students the most suitable course materials and handle individual weaknesses directly. The course will focus on the areas of reading, writing, grammar, speaking, listening and will be subject to the need of the student.
No. of lessons : negotiable with students
Schoolwork Counselling for Children
Each
schoolwork counselling session is designed to be a small group not
more than 8 people which will ensure better attention paid to each
student.
Early
Primary (P.1-P.3)
Code
Days in a week
Time
PC101
Mon, Wed, Fri
any 2 hours within 9:30a.m.-12:00a.m., 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
PC102
Tue, Thu
any 2 hours within 9:30a.m.-12:00a.m., 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
PC103
Mon – Fri
any 2 hours within 9:30a.m.-12:00a.m., 1:00p.m. -5:00p.m.
Late
Primary (P.4-P.6)
Code
Days in a week
Time
PC201
Mon, Wed, Fri
any 2 hours within 9:30a.m.-12:00a.m., 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
PC202
Tue, Thu
any 2 hours within 9:30a.m.-12:00a.m., 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
PC203
Mon - Fri
any 2 hours within 9:30a.m.-12:00a.m., 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m.