Early CEFR lessons begin with A1 topics that prepare students with key phrases combinations that are useful in basic conversations. They include topics like the human body, likes and dislikes, colors, numbers, recreation, school and items around the home.
Grade 1 English for math is a great introduction to the language of numbers in English.
These math lessons include an animated video to explain the math concept the students are learning. The students will then complete the questions for the lessons in English. Lessons include skip counting, identifying place values, using number lines, and sorting 3-digit numbers.
Middle school students need to learn the same English skills that younger students require. There are three main differences though.
1. Older students can learn more skills faster.
2. Older students need more mature topics.
3, Older students need more mature curriculum style, layout and art.
Math problems are useful for language training because they are comprised of simple, repetitive questions designed to help student practice a targeted mathematical skill. Also, the vocabulary of math is important for students who wish to acquire academic level English skills.
At high school levels, student may need to learn CEFR skills on academic curriculum without a dedicated CEFR lesson set. This is often because they are on a short time schedule to acquire academic language skills, so more difficult lesson material and more student dedication is required for more rapid progress.
Math problems are useful for language training because they are comprised of simple, repetitive questions designed to help student practice a targeted mathematical skill. Also, the vocabulary of math is important for students who wish to acquire academic level English skills.
GEC uses CEFR lessons to help establish basic language skills. GEC uses CEFR language standard to assess student language skills up to C2 level. GEC also uses academic lessons in English that are based on US academic standards from all 50 states.
Each grade has default sequencing and pacing based on the assignment calendar. Teachers have the ability to edit the calendar, however, and GEC can customize the default scope and sequence for special programs, or for entire schools or districts for the full school year.
All live class lessons have self-study problems, and difficult self-study lessons can be addressed in a live class session as needed. These factors are considered in lesson selection and delivery.
Older students usually have some input skills while younger students do not. Older students congnitively handle higher conceptual difficulty while younger students do not.
CEFR lessons help students learn functional conversation skills before moving to academic topics.
Grade 1 English for Language Arts includes alphabet and phonics lessons focusing on both academic and language skills at the same time.
Grade 1 English for grammar includes basic grammar skills lessons focusing on both academic and language skills at the same time.
Grade 1 English for Math includes basic numbers, arithmetic, geometry, and measurement lessons focusing on academic and language skills simultaneously.
GEC has hundreds of lessons on CEFR topics as primers for students whose language skills are too low for them to take on the harder academic lessons.
Grade 7 English for Language Arts includes lessons covering topics on figurative and descriptive language, vocabulary strategies and usage, formal and informal language, and reference materials. All lessons are leveled A1, A2, B1, and B2 to match the English ability of each student.
Grade 7 English for Social Studies is comprised of lessons covering topics in cultures and communities, geography, economics, history, and study skills. All lessons are leveled A1, A2, B1, and B2 to match the English ability of each student.
Grade 7 English for Natural Science includes lessons covering topics in human body systems, ecology and the environment, Earth’s surface and structure, and motion, forces, and energy. All lessons are leveled A1, A2, B1, and B2 to match the English ability of each student.
Grade 7 English for Math includes ratios, equations, geometry, and statistics lessons focusing on academic and language skills simultaneously.
GEC has hundreds of lessons on CEFR topics as primers for students whose language skills are too low for them to take on the harder academic lessons.
Grade 10 English for Language Arts includes lessons covering topics on figurative and descriptive language, vocabulary strategies and usage, formal and informal language, and reference materials. All lessons are leveled A1, A2, B1, and B2 to match the English ability of each student.
Grade 10 English for Social Studies is comprised of lessons covering topics in cultures and communities, geography, economics, history, and study skills. All lessons are leveled A1, A2, B1, and B2 to match the English ability of each student.
Grade 10 English for Natural Science includes lessons covering topics in cells and heredity, space, chemistry, technology, and engineering. All lessons are leveled A1, A2, B1, and B2 to match the English ability of each student.
Grade 10 English for Math includes exponents, equations, geometry, and statistics lessons focusing on academic and language skills simultaneously.
GEC's language test prep courses offer comprehensive preparation for CEFR and Eiken exams through both linear and adaptive placement tests. With thousands of practice questions available in our extensive question banks, students can effectively tailor their study plans to enhance their skills and condently tackle their language assessments.
GEC Travel English is designed for students heading abroad to study English, offering tailored programs in cities like Boston, Singapore, Sydney, and Vancouver, with new destinations frequently added. The curriculum focuses on practical language skills for travel, including destination-specific topics and CEFR skills training, ensuring students are well-prepared to navigate their studies and experiences in their chosen locations.
GEC offers Adult English programs tailored for Business and Nursing professionals looking to enhance their English skills. The Business program emphasizes conversation, presentations, meetings, and interview techniques, while the Nursing program provides a comprehensive study focused on the specific language and terminology used in the nursing field.