Modern Greek beginners: module 2
Time: 18:30 - 20:00
Location: Online
Develop your speaking and listening skills on this communicative course, which emphasises the practical use of the language. Suitable if you have completed Greek beginners: module 1 or equivalent (about 15 hrs of learning).
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
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- Course Code: LK152
- Dates: 20/01/25 - 31/03/25
- Time: 18:30 - 20:00
- Taught: Mon, Evening
- Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
- Location: Online
- Tutor: Eleni Dalkafouki
Course Code: LK152
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Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
What is the course about?
This course aims to give students the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge of the basic Greek, and to express themselves using simple phrases and survival language.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone can be used if you don't have a computer but please note the experience may be less optimal.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Topics: Time, means of transport, daily routines & hobbies, weather.
Grammar: Introduction to the Greek alphabet, active verbs in present, nouns in nominative and accusative (singular), personal, pronouns, possessive pronouns.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Ask and tell the time
- Ask for and give information on the street
- Talk about daily routines & hobbies
- Describe the weather
- Say the days of the week and months.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Beginners course - no previous knowledge of Greek required.
Suitable for students who have attended Modern Greek: module 1 or have studied the language for at least 3 months. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide, or at http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level. You will also need to be able to respond to simple instructions and explanations, as well as read course documents, in English. You will need to be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time, using the 24 hour clock, reading timetables). It would also be helpful if you had some knowledge of basic grammar terminology such as: a verb, a noun and conjugation.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Coursebook: Klik sta Ellinika A1 available at the Hellenic Book Service https://www.hellenicbookservice.com 89 Fortess Road, London NW5 1AG Tel: +44 (0)20 7267 9499 or Bay Foreign Language Books, https://www.baylanguagebooks.co.uk/.
Certain sections of the book may not be covered in their entirety. The tutor will supplement the coursebook material to enhance the learning experience.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Modern Greek beginners: module 3. Please enrol as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Growing up in a family of teachers, Eleni was drawn to teaching from an early age. As a child she already knew would become a teacher as she always enjoyed sharing knowledge with friends and family and helping them to learn. She grew up in Greece, and moved to Spain to study at university, where she spent 10 years altogether. She studied Hispanics at the University of Malaga where she also completed a Master's degree in Spanish Linguistics. In 2010, Eleni moved to London where she continued her studies and developed her career as a teacher in Spanish and Modern Greek. She has worked for various state and private schools, in different educational environments and with students from all ages and levels. Eleni also furthered her studies by completing a PGCE course in languages from the Institute of Education and an MTeach degree from University College London. "What I love most about my work is preparing engaging resources which help students to advance and enjoy learning".
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.