"Common Ground contains all of the elements we were trying to teach -pronunciation and structure as well as step by step methods and activities to make the language learning stimulating and enjoyable" -Ilene Bradberry ESL Teacher

Overview

The Common Ground study of the English language is ideal if you want to help your students excel in more than language by examining the character qualities that bring people together. You don’t have to be a professional teacher however. The step-by-step, and culturally sensitive materials are easily usable by non-professionals or professional teachers worldwide. The highly interactive and creative lessons will also keep your class fun but not compromise the latest in research-based teaching methods and strategies of the English language. You also have a lot of options. Beginning, intermediate and advanced levels are available integrating both conversation and pronunciation skills. You also don’t have to worry about additional preparation. The manuals are comprehensive and filled with step by step instructions for preparation and teaching and students receive all the necessary grammar information, vocabulary readings and more.

Key Features

• 3 different levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels are available
• Each level contains two separate, yet inter-related courses: pronunciation and conversation
• Grammar points included in each lesson
• Each of the three levels contains 16 - 1 ½ to 2 hour lessons.
• Flexible enough to be used for a short term intensive class (2 weeks) or over a semester course
• Full course of materials. No additional preparation is required.
• Teacher manual provides step by step instructions for preparation and teaching along with an additional Teacher Resources Section which supplies additional information on the various skills.
• Student Manuals designed to allow students to follow along and to provide necessary grammar information, vocabulary, readings, and space for them to take notes
• All pre and post assessments are included in the Teacher’s Manual
• No "reinventing the wheel"
• Fun to teach - Lessons are creative and highly interactive
• Not necessary to speak students’ language in order to teach the class.
• Training for Teachers can be obtained through Common Ground as well

"Common Ground is a high interest language learning program that is well-grounded in carefully sequenced language learning principles. The subject matter provides participants with opportunities to develop language skills while discussing issues of great personal relevance." -Dr. Cheryl Zimmerman, PhD. TESOL Professor, California State University