IntroductionThis lively, interactive workshop provides the ideal atmosphere to build your confidence and flluency when helping your English-speaking library users.
Target group/sStaff from public and academic libraries
Requirements (if any)There are no formal requirements to join this workshop - Although some ability to understand simple English is needed to follow the exercises, it is conducted in easy-to-follow ‘International English’. Whilst every effort is made to support all levels of English ability, this course is not suitable for absolute beginners.
ObjectivesTo build confidence, to refresh the memory of English learnt long ago, to practice necessary conversational skills to help users, to learn useful librarians vocabulary, and to gain experience with dealing with typical everyday questions.
Contents You will learn the specific vocabulary needed to answer book lending enquiries and explain typical library procedures, including online sources.
Common phrases and idioms are practised over the two days in role-play and learning games. A small homework assignment between the two sessions provides additional practice.
The trainer has a warm, friendly and approachable style which makes it easy for you to practice speaking English.
MethodsExercises, Tutorial from a native English Speaker, Group Exercises, Pairs work, quizzes and learning games all designed to make learning a varied experience and even sometimes fun.
NotesAll you need is an internet-enabled computer/laptop or tablet, a headset (mic and headphones) and video camera, and a stable internet connection. You will then be sent a link from us that will give you direct access to the online seminar, which will run via Cisco Webex Meetings! In order to be able to use all the functions of the tool optimally, we recommend that all participants install the free app in advance.
