This collection of units allows learners to draw on the foundation of English grammar
and vocabulary to use high-order skills, such as analyzing, evaluating, and
synthesizing information in English through answering questions about readings,
podcasts, and charts and graphs.
- Courses for English Language Learners. The course is taught in English.
- NRS Level (National Reporting System): Advanced
- BEST Plus® SPL (Student Performance Level): 6 and up
- Each unit is a collection of short lessons that are 3 minutes or fewer. Units usually take an hour to complete.
Unit 1: Phrases for Compliments and Sympathy
Give a compliment in a social or work situation using various phrases. Identify
appropriate compliments for the workplace. Express sympathy for a loss. Organize
and write a short note of sympathy.
Unit 2: Communicating on the Job
Use a multi-paragraph text to answer questions about expressing apologies. Label
to-dos by priority. Budget time for work and other activities.
Unit 3: Workers’ Rights Around the World
Distinguish between a fact and an opinion using key words. Answer detailed
questions from dialogues regarding facts and opinions. Learn useful language for
taking initiative and being an entrepreneur.
Unit 4: Nutrition and Superfoods
Compare and contrast different perspectives about organic and conventional foods.
Use phrases to show preference for a particular choice. Assess claims about
superfoods.
Unit 5: Budgeting
Use phrasal verbs commonly used to give instructions (figure out, keep track of, go
over, come up with). Locate and use several pieces of information from paychecks to
determine net pay.
Unit 6: Comparing and Contrasting Ideas
Read and respond to questions about migration. Use transitional phrases to
compare and contrast ideas. Use a template to share their opinions with
transitional phrases.
Unit 7: Examining Multiple Points of View
Identify the main purpose of a public service announcement about plastic use.
Differentiate between a key point and a supporting detail in a persuasive
argument. Write a simple key point when given the supporting detail.
Unit 8: Writing Cover Letters
Identify what a cover letter is and why it’s important. Label key pieces that should
be included in a cover letter. Use phrases to introduce past events.
Unit 9: Problem Solving
Use a variety of phrases to suggest solutions to problems in work situations. Listen
for specific details in conversations regarding problems and solutions.
Unit 10: Reading and Comprehension Skills
Make simple inferences using titles and articles. Answer reading comprehension
questions regarding implications using articles about celebrations around the
world.
Unit 11: Final Review & Assessment
22 questions to assess learning in all units.