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Free English Classes
EnglishConnect 1 & EnglishConnect 2 courses
Learn in an environment of faith and friendship
Classes are only held in Czech Republic and Slovakia. Online classes are not available.
Taught by native speakers
Why learn from us?
We have a unique, efficient method of language learning.
We were taught the Czech and Slovak languages at one of the best language-instruction institutes in the world. We will share with you the secrets of language learning as taught by this training center.
Free
All materials and classes are free.
Native English teacher
Practice correct pronunciation through conversation.
Fun
Our activities make learning enjoyable.
Effective
Our program works.
Learning English can significantly increase a person’s opportunities for employment, education, and service.
In countries where English is not the native language, natives who speak English can earn 30-50% higher salaries.
Source: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2017/03/the-link-between-english-and-economics; https://hbr.org/2013/11/countries-with-better-english-have-better-economies
What is EnglishConnect?
It’s not a typical academic English class.
Course objectives
EnglishConnect courses provide students with a unique opportunity to improve their English in a friendly, faith-oriented environment.
Research has shown that the best way to learn a language is to practice. Our courses focus on face-to-face speaking with native English speakers.
Course materials
- Workbook
- Grammar Principles
- Homework Vocabulary
- My English Practice Plan
- Online Audio Recordings and Videos
EnglishConnect 1 and 2
- 25 lessons and 4 review lessons.
- The class runs for 29 weeks.
- 1 lesson per week.
- Every fifth week is an optional lesson in which we review the previous 4 lessons.
- Each lesson lasts 1 hour.
Sign up for announcements and class schedules.
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What do the learners say about this course?
Develop English proficiency in an environment of friendship and faith
In the 2018-2019 survey, students in EnglishConnect 1 and 2 courses reported:
- 95% satisfaction, with 80% likely to sign up for another EnglishConnect class.
- 90% report EnglishConnect is helpful or very helpful in preparing for other educational opportunities
- 98% say that EnglishConnect is as effective or more effective than other resources and materials for teaching English.
- 88% report instructor very or extremely effective; 91% report instructor’s English sufficient
- Primary benefits of EnglishConnect include low-cost resources, quality of the materials, and the spiritually-centered experience
Unleash your potential
Why learn English?
Meet new people
English is the language of international communication. About 400 million people worldwide speak English and it is the official language of 53 countries.
Conduct international business
English is the primary language in cross-border business. Impress your company with your English language skills.
Be better informed
More than half of the content on the internet are displayed in English. Access billions of pages of information.
Gain cultural understanding
Enjoy your favorite movies, TV shows, books and songs. Access more entertainment by knowing English.
Speak English Today!
EnglishConnect 1: Beginners
For students literate in your native language, read basic English words
- introduce myself.
- say my name, birthday, phone number, and address.
- say what I like to do and why I like to do it.
- say what I don't like to do.
- describe my family.
- talk about common household items.
- talk about clothing and colors.
- describe my daily activities.
- talk about what I'm doing right now.
- talk about the time, date, and weather
- talk about what I do for work and where I work.
- describe my job.
- talk about foods I usually eat.
- talk about my favorite foods.
- talk about where I like to eat.
- order a meal at a restaurant.
- describe how to make foods I like.
- name ingredients in foods I like.
- ask about prices.
- make a purchase.
- say where I live.
- describe the location of rooms in a house
- describe a bedroom and bathroom.
- describe the location of places around town.
- ask for and give directions.
- name parts of my body.
- talk about where my body hurts.
- talk about causes of injuries.
- describe how I feel when I am sick
EnglishConnect 2: Intermediate students
For students who can form basic sentences but cannot hold a simple conversation.
- introduce myself.
- talk about likes and dislikes.
- talk about extended families.
- describe and compare people.
- describe feelings.
- ask for help.
- describe where I live.
- describe where I used to live.
- talk about daily routines.
- talk about past events.
- describe past experiences.
- talk about prices.
- describe items and compare their prices.
- talk about the location of places.
- talk about future events.
- talk about typical holiday activities.
- talk about vacation plans.
- talk about healthy habits.
- give health advice.
- describe health problems.
- invite someone to a celebration.
- talk about my future goals.
Sign up for announcements and class schedules.
Classes are only held in Czech Republic and Slovakia. Online classes are not available.
Questions?
Yes. You may make arrangements with missionaries to meet prior to class to catch up. Missionaries will use their discretion on whether their schedule allows time for additional classes with you.
Sign up at this link. We also take walk-ins. However, signing up will help teachers to plan for classes and ensure enough materials are available.
You will get a certificate of completion if you attend at least 16 classes. This can be a combination of lesson and review classes.
We will give you photocopies of Unit 1 (4 lessons). After you complete Unit 1, we will give you the manual at no cost to you.
You will have free access to a website with audio recordings and videos that supplements the classroom work. At the moment, we do not have an online-only course.
Yes, you may take the course as many times as is necessary to accomplish your goals, but please be respectful of other learners in the class who are beginners.
Yes. Participation is voluntary. You may leave the class or stop attending at any time.
Children over the age of 11 years old may attend. They must sign a parental consent form prior to participation.
Our Church offers an EnglishConnect 3, which is provided through BYU-Pathway Worldwide. EnglishConnect 3 is a self-paced online course with a student-led weekly gathering held online or in a local meetinghouse. The tuition is about $20 US. Ask a missionary for more information.
You are welcome to join the missionaries at other events, such as Inspiration Night, Game Night, Sports Night or Bible Study. These events are perfect for advancing your English learning in an environment of faith and fellowship.
Our main objective is to help learners increase self-reliance and expand opportunities through learning English. We try to create an environment of fellowship and faith. We believe the support of our friends and our faith in God can help us to overcome any challenges, including learning a new language.
You will hear gospel-centered principles – such as love, self-reliance and family – each week.
22 Locations
Czechia
Language: English
Date & Time: Tuesday at 18, Saturday v 18 , Thursday v 18.30
Language: English
Date & Time: Čtvrtek v 18, Úterý v 18
Language: English
Date & Time: Tuesday at 18
Address: Zikmunda Wintra 1208/7, 301 00 Plzeň 3-Jižní Předměstí
Language: English
Date & Time: Tuesday at 17:30 pro začátečníky a v 18.15 pro pokročilé
Language: English
Date & Time: Wednesday at 17h pro začátečníky a v 18h pro pokročilé
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