English Level 6
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.