How to initiate your English learning experience with Green Forest

The question of learning English has haunted us since childhood, because today the foreign language surrounds everyone and everywhere. This article guides you on selecting the best courses to confidently enhance your language skills.

Contents

1. Where to begin your English language learning journey?
2. How to choose an English language course and program?
3. Why should you pay attention to Green Forest?
    3.1. Interactive book-platform
    3.2. Two teachers approach
    3.3. Methodology and teaching approaches
    3.4. Additional materials and events
    3.5. Enrollment process
    3.6. Our courses
4. How to enhance your English learning experience?

Where to begin your English language learning journey?

Thanks to the special methods that have been enhanced and developed, it is possible to learn a foreign language without difficulties. Modern teaching systems make it possible to embark on your language studies successfully, even from scratch. All it takes is thorough preparation and dedicated effort.

1. Define your English learning goals. Understanding your language learning goals and the time frame will guide you in selecting the right course and format. Set realistic milestones, such as «improving listening skills to understand Intermediate podcasts without subtitles within four months» etc.

2. Explore English school options. Opt for a course that aligns with your needs and abilities. Seek reviews not only on the course website but also on platforms like Google and social networks, ask friends for recommendations.

3. Create a study schedule. Establishing a regular study routine is crucial. Before beginning your English learning journey, assess your current workload. Remember, consistency and regularity are key factors in mastering a new language.

4. Take a placement test and trial lesson. Most schools will offer a placement test to evaluate your current proficiency level before you begin classes. Also, embrace the opportunity to take trial lessons, usually available for free.

How to choose an English language course and program?

For effective acquisition of a foreign language, it is crucial that classes take place in an atmosphere of complete mutual understanding between the student and the teacher. Incorporating game practices and utilizing interactive technologies, even for adults, has proven to be beneficial. Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring and assessment of acquired knowledge should not be overlooked.

Furthermore, when selecting an English language course, consider your workload and the amount of time you can dedicate to learning. 

• If you require a rapid advancement in your English proficiency and you can attend classes daily or several times a week, intensive courses are what you need. These courses offer an efficient part of the essential material.

• For those with a demanding schedule during the workweek, explore weekend intensives. These sessions provide a quick and effective way to learn English with minimal impact on your personal time.

• If you have the luxury of time and are open to practicing either before or after work, a standard course may be the ideal choice.

Additionally, tailor your choice based on your specific needs, selecting the direction (general course, business English, IELTS preparation, grammar special course etc.) and format (English online, offline, hybrid).

Why should you pay attention to Green Forest?

Mastering a foreign language doesn't require cramming words, doing endless written exercises, or diving headfirst into grammar rules while experiencing the ostrich effect. Green Forest stands out as an interactive platform with an innovative approach, ensuring effective results. Our dedicated teachers break away from conventional classes to focus on your progress. We offer a proven technique that allows students to naturally master a foreign language.

Interactive book-platform

At Green Forest, our primary objective is to ensure that our students attain proficiency in English. British textbooks may not always align perfectly with the specific needs and preferences of our students. Because their interests often have an individual and localized nature.

In response, our school has found a unique solution and created an own textbook – Notes by Green Forest. This resource is a dynamic creation, continually evolving. Besides, we have established a studio for producing audio and video materials.

One key advantage of our interactive textbook lies in its automation. This feature empowers students to practice at their convenience, brief video lessons and user-friendly tables help to comprehend theory. Furthermore, the system eliminates the necessity for a teacher when performing practical tasks, as it promptly assesses answers and provides immediate feedback. Each topic contains short tests to check understanding.

Through the My Green Forest application, users gain access to a personalized account, where they can find the textbook itself, schedules, homework assignments, educational progress, attendance records, and the option to register for additional specialized courses and clubs.

Two teachers approach 

Green Forest has implemented such an approach to education, where communication classes are led by one teacher, while grammar classes are handled by another. Due to the individual peculiarities of every person, we acknowledge that there is no one-size-fits-all standard for English communication. For this reason, the two teachers approach is vital. It serves as a rehearsal for real-life communication and underscores the idea that correct English can take on various forms. 

It's essential to note that effective language teaching involves continuous development, given that the language itself is dynamic. Teachers, who are constantly developing, work at Green Forest, they also participate in ongoing trainings at our Teaching Center.

Methodology and teaching approaches

Teaching of English at Green Forest is conducted using communicative methods. This means that 80% of each lesson is devoted to speaking, students answer teacher's questions, communicate in pairs, discuss topics all together, and practice monologues. This approach is applied to both communication and grammar classes. At the same time, students have the opportunity to work with audio materials and allocate time to writing and reading.

Additional materials and events

Our school has developed a range of engaging, useful, and effective resources for students to enhance their English learning beyond regular classes. Each semester, Green Forest provides remote speaking clubs, language training sessions, informative webinars, educational and entertaining events – everything is designed to facilitate effective learning in an enjoyable and interactive manner.

Enrollment process

Enrollment in groups is available starting from Elementary to Advanced levels. Regardless of your goals, it is advisable to assess your current level of foreign language proficiency in order to determine the appropriate starting point.

Concerning the size of the groups, there are typically no more than 10-12 students. This ensures that everyone receives individual attention, and you have the opportunity to engage in conversations with different people in pairs and mini-groups during a lesson, enhancing your listening and speaking skills.

Our courses

Due to the purpose and availability of students, we offer the following online courses:

• standard – four months of English language learning at the same level, with three lessons per week;
• intensive – one level of a foreign language in nine weeks, with four classes per week on weekdays or two extended classes on weekends;
• IELTS preparation – specialized eight-week training course for the exam, featuring four classes each week.

All programmes share the same cost, and in addition to that, all students get complimentary bonuses to enhance their effective English language learning.

How to enhance your English learning experience?

Here are some tips to elevate your English proficiency while studying:

1. Utilize provided resources. You don't need to use everything, but don't limit yourself to only the materials provided in class by your teacher.

2. Diversify your activities. Methodologists and teachers have filled classes with a variety of activities. Extend this diversity to your independent practice – today, focus on listening skills by watching a British series in the original, tomorrow, read an English-language blog, and the day after, maintain a diary in a foreign language, and so forth.

3. Immerse yourself into English. Intensive courses facilitate immersion, preventing you from easily switching back to your native language. For standard courses, consume more English content between classes and consider participating in speaking clubs.

4. Seek feedback. After each lesson, teachers usually allocate time for addressing mistakes. Additionally, feel free to ask questions about English that bother you at the beginning or end of any lesson. Communication with the teacher is also available through the personal account.

Choose the direction and format of your lessons, be prepared to put in the effort, and welcome to the trial lesson and English language learning at Green Forest!