The Methodology
Richard Lewis Communications (RLC) has created its own distinctive approach, which combines the best of classic direct method teaching – where a structured question-and-answer format is used to guide the student into producing grammatically correct and meaningful utterances – with the latest modern techniques including role-play, case studies and computer assisted learning.
‘Tailoring’ is used through the training and development process – What is ‘tailoring’? It is an ongoing process based on well-defined needs, an excellent knowledge of students’ roles, clear communication and trust between the teacher and students. We endeavour to make tailoring an active part of each lesson and course, adapting immediately to urgent needs that arise and exceeding students’ expectations.
Current materials from the students’ own department or field of interest add authenticity and relevance to the training. A variety of pace and activity throughout the course, connected to developing themes and counter-pointed by regular summaries, give a sense of challenge and direction. Only the target language is used in the classroom.
Riversdown House brochure in various languages
Our new brochure has now been translated into the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish. All the translations are available to download at 05/12/2011 Riversdown House, our residential centre for intensive English training, has recently started its own Facebook page. The URL is 07/11/2011Facebook
Saying
No nation knows itself until it knows its past.
Bulgarian proverb
It is good to have friends, even in hell.
Our award winning e-learning site is relaunched with over 150 new features and enhancements
Based on the Lewis Model of Culture, the new 'integrated' site features dramatic improvements in navigation, as well as a huge number of new features, both for end-users and trainers. As a bonus, the assessments are now available in German and Japanese, with more languages to follow!
Language- Overview
- The Methodology
- The Tutors
- Testing & Needs Analysis Process
- Grouping Audit & Thorough Testing and Needs Analysis
- Numerical Levels & Competence Categories
- Materials
- Goals & Measurement
- Learning Styles
- English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
- ESP – Rationale
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