The ILI LSP Department

Considering the ever-growing speed of life and the multiple issues people are dealing with, attending regular language classes, which often take a few years, may not be feasible. On the other hand, such people have very specific language needs in order to do their jobs. In response to such specific needs of language learners, the ILI has established a new department called Language for Specific Purposes (LSP). Based on careful needs analysis, the ILI’s LSP Department offers specific and semi-specific courses in various vocational as well as academic areas. The responsibilities of this department fall into two categories:

1.         Needs analysis, planning and running specific and semi-specific LSP classes for outside organizations and institutes.

It should be noted that planning and administering such courses depends upon the demands of outside organizations or individuals.

2.       Planning and administering LSP classes for ILI centers.

 

Courses Currently Offered

1.        Introduction to English Short Story

Objectives

1.        Introducing elements of short stories

2.       Introducing the most renowned short stories in English literature

3.       Introducing the most eminent short story writers

4.       Improving learners’ reading comprehension ability in literary texts

Duration

Two 21-session terms (two days a week)

Audience

1.        ILI language learners at High-Intermediate 3 level or above

2.       Holders of ILI JCE/SCE Certificates

3.       Holders of Bachelor’s Degree or above in different English-related fields

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement need to take a placement test and score the criterion pass mark to participate in this course.

Course Content

An Insight to English Literature: Short Story, consisting of 20 lessons in 9 chapters, is the main course book used. Each lesson consists of an element of short story, one short story, a brief biography of the writer, language exercises, and literary interpretations.

Class Size

The number of students in the classes for LSP courses ranges from 7 to 15.

 

2.       Introduction to English Poetry

Objectives

1.        Introducing frequent figures of speech in English language

2.       Introducing renowned poems in English literature

3.       Introducing the most eminent poets in English literature

4.       Developing learners’ reading comprehension and interpretation skills in English poetry

Duration

Two 21-session terms (two days a week)

Audience

1.        ILI language learners at High-Intermediate 3 level or above

2.       Holders of ILI JCE/SCE Certificates

3.       Holders of Bachelor’s Degree or above in different English-related fields

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement need to take a placement test and score the criterion pass mark to participate in this course.

Course Content

An Insight to English Literature: Poetry consisting of 20 lessons in 8 chapters is the main course book used. Each lesson consists of one poem, introduction to the figures of speech used, a brief biography of the poet, as well as a sample poem containing the same figure of speech.

Class Size

The number of students in the classes for LSP courses ranges from 7 to 15.

 

4.      English for Administrative and Business Purposes

In response to the needs of managers and clerks in business companies as well as students majoring in related fields, the ILI has designed and now offers a course on English for Administrative and Business Purposes. Moreover, those taking this course will be prepared for BULATS and BEC international exams.

Objectives

1.        Improving learners’ reading comprehension and speaking abilities in interviews, conferences, meetings and related conversations

2.       Improving learners’ reading abilities for commercial letters, reports and articles

3.       Improving skills required for writing commercial reports, letters, and plans

4.       Improving learners’ knowledge of specialized words

5.       Improving learners’ listening abilities as well as professional knowledge and experience through listening to real-life interviews in the related fields

Duration

4 21-session terms (two days a week)

Audience

ILI language learners at Pre-Intermediate 3 level or above can register for the course.

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement need to take a placement test and score the criterion pass mark to participate in this course (the minimum proficiency level for this course is Intermediate level).

Course Content

Business Benchmark Series available in the following three levels is the main coursebook used.

-          Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate

-          Upper-Intermediate

-          Advanced

The educational materials for each level include a student’s book, a workbook, an audio CD, and a teacher’s guide.

Class Size

The number of students in the classes for LSP courses ranges from 7 to 15.

 

4.       English for Tour Guides

In response to the needs of travel agents, tour leaders and those interested in making interactions and doing correspondence in this field, the ILI has designed and now offers a course for tour guides.

Objectives

1.        Improving learners’ listening ability (in the field of tourism)

2.       Introducing vocabularies and expressions for tourism

3.       Developing skills for effective communication with English-speaking tourists

4.       Developing writing skills for corresponding with hotels and other tourist agencies through emails and letters.

Duration

Four 21-session terms (two days a week)

Audience

ILI language learners at Pre-Intermediate 3 level or above can register for the course.

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement need to take a placement test and score the criterion mark to participate in this course (the minimum proficiency level for this course is Intermediate level).

Course Content

The following levels of English for International Tourism Series have been chosen as the main course books:

1.        Pre-Intermediate

2.       Upper-Intermediate

The educational materials for each level include a student’s book, a workbook, and an audio CD.

Class Size

The number of students in the classes for this course ranges from 7 to 15.

 

5.       English for Travelers

English for Travelers is a course designed for those with limited amount of time to improve their speaking abilities before travelling abroad. The course intends to prepare learners by introducing common expressions, vocabularies and conversational phrases in various settings such as airports, hotels, restaurants, etc. with focus on speaking skill.

Objectives

1.        Improving learners’ speaking abilities

2.       Introducing vocabularies and expressions needed on trips to other countries

3.       Improving skills for communication in different situations

Duration

One 21-seesion term (two days a week)

Audience

ILI language learners at Pre-Intermediate 3 level or above can register for this course.

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement need to take a placement test and score the criterion mark to participate in this course (the minimum proficiency level for this course is Pre-Intermediate level).

Course Content

English for Travelers is an educational package designed by experts in the ILI Research and Planning Department. This package includes a students' book and a teachers' guide.

Class Size

The number of students in the classes for this course ranges from 7 to 15.