This material focuses on effective communication strategies, particularly on making suggestions and listening for the gist of conversations. When making suggestions, structures like "I recommend," "I suggest," "We should," and "It's a good idea to" are commonly used. For example, "I recommend the Star Hotel" or "We should meet at 10:00." These phrases help to propose ideas or actions in a polite and professional manner. The material also introduces listening strategies for identifying the gist, or the main idea, of a conversation. Instead of understanding every detail, you focus on keywords and intonation to grasp the overall message. For instance, in a phone conversation about scheduling a meeting, key words like "meet," "schedule," and "office" reveal the main purpose of the call.
Moreover, the content covers the use of cardinal and ordinal numbers, with attention to their pronunciation and writing. It explains how dates are written and said in both British English (e.g., 19th May) and American English (e.g., May 19th). Additionally, there are examples of sentence structures for giving suggestions, such as "I suggest that we..." or "It's a good idea to...". These communication tools are essential for organizing meetings, events, and other professional tasks efficiently.
The course is practical and well-structured, focusing on essential skills like making suggestions and listening for the gist. It helps learners improve their communication in professional settings by using useful phrases and focusing on key points in conversations. The material also covers important details like dates, numbers, and differences between British and American English, which is helpful for international communication. Overall, it provides valuable tools for effective communication in work environments.
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