How we do it
Communicative Methodology in 6 levels of learning
Communicative Methodology
Based on our mission, vision and values, we base our teaching philosophy on the determination to make our students proficient and confident in the language.
This philosophy is based on the Communicative Approach (Natural Assimilation), which states that the learner should be exposed to real-life communicative situations that usually happens in which real-life contexts – both personal and professional – the foreign language is used. Such contexts require the development of listening comprehension, verbal expression, written comprehension and written expression.
Therefore, our methodology advocates the use of classroom activities that dialogue with real language uses and needs, i.e., bringing real life into the teaching-learning environment. This is facilitated by a Needs Assessment of each student, and by the use of human, didactic, and technological resources that facilitate the student’s interaction with other speakers and mediate the development of all communicative competence dimensions – grammatical, sociolinguistic, discursive, and pragmatic competence.
Language Assessment and Learning Style
The placement tests are designed to measure language knowledge in the following skills: Listening Comprehension, Grammar in Speech, Writing, Reading, Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Fluency and Adequacy. The evaluation process consists of two steps: The first, to be completed through the site, involves multiple choice questions and a writing essay. In the second stage, comprehension and oral expression are evaluated by one of our teachers. Select the language of interest below and start the first stage of our test right away! Afterwards, we will contact you to schedule the speaking test.
Competitive Advantages
You must be asking yourself: why choose Auding, among so many companies and/or professionals available out there? What will I find with you that I wouldn’t find anywhere else?
We are always looking for educational improvements and we have great market intelligence with more than 45 years of experience. Read below our competitive advantages:
- Creative and tailored language solutions;
- 24/7 student support.
- Guaranteed ROI (Return on Investment)
- Flexibility in schedules and locations so that there is always class consistency.
- Instructors are chosen according to the student’s/company’s profile and background.
Levels
Our Course Plan is based on the six levels of the renowned Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This Common European Framework of Reference for Languages was created in 1991 according to the need of improve the quality of communication between students from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds, as communication allows for greater mobility and exchange of ideas, knowledge and negotiations.
Criteria and objectives were developed to describe language proficiency to standardize the qualifications obtained in different learning contexts and thus facilitate the mutual recognition of qualifications and the promotion of education in different countries. See below for a description of each level:
A1 – Starter
Able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and construct basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Able to introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details. Able to communicate in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and is prepared to help.
A2 – Elementary
Able to understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance. Able to communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar matters. Able to describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
B1 – Pre Intermediate
Able to understand the main points of clear standard speech on usual matters of personal interest. Able to produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Able to describe experiences, different circumstances or events, dreams, hopes and ambitions, and briefly give reasons and explanations for a project.
B2 – Intermediate
Able to understand the main ideas of complex text on a wide range of subjects, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Able to communicate spontaneously with native speakers without difficulties or issues. Able to explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of both.
C1 – Upper Intermediate
Able to understand a wide range of challenger texts, recognizing its implicit meaning. Able to express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions or any vocabulary. Able to use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Able to produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
C2 – Advanced
Able to understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Able to summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Able to express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
Contact Us
Contact us to schedule a free and non-binding language assessment. We will understand more about your language difficulties and goals to develop a customized lesson plan based on your schedule and budget.
Email:
faleconosco@auding.com.br
Telephone / WhatsApp:
(21) 2493-8979 / (21) 99611-9857
Address:
Av. Rodolfo Amoedo, 398 / Lojas 107/108
Barra da Tijuca – Rio de Janeiro/RJ