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ANNEX NÚM
English for Work – Premium
“Applying for a Job”
Lower Intermediate (B1)
Study Guide
1. The levels2
2. The structure of the “Applying for a Job” module3
Section 1: Describing jobs4
Section 2: A CV and cover letter4
Section 3: Arranging an interview5
Section 4: Preparing for an interview6
Section 5: During the interview6
Section 6: Job advertisements7
Final test7
3. Tools and resources8
Text to speech8
Record yourself tool9
Dictionary9
Grammar reference9
Business centre10
Translate into any language10
Pronunciation tool11
Interactive English12
Fun and games12
Forums13
Audio speed control13
Additional resources14
4. The role of the tutor15
5. Assessment15
1. The levels
Net LanguagesGeneral English courses
Common European Framework
University of Cambridge ESOL exams
IELTS
TOEFL (paper)
TOEFL (computer)
TOEIC (Listening and Reading)
TRINITY GESE
TRINITY ISE
C2 Proficient user
CPE
8.5 - 9.0
670+
115 - 120
880 - 990
GESE 12
ISE IV
C1 Proficient user
CAE (BEC Higher)
7.0 - 8.0
630 - 670
100 - 115
780 - 880
GESE 11 GESE 10
ISE III
B2+ Independent user
6.0 - 6.5
580 - 630
78 - 100
690 - 780
GESE 9 GESE 8
ISE II
Upper Intermediate
B2 Independent user
FCE (BEC Vantage)
5.5 - 6.0
550 - 580
45 - 78
600 - 690
GESE 7
B1+ Independent user
4.5 - 5.0
530 - 550
30 - 45
500 - 600
GESE 6
ISE I
Lower Intermediate
B1 Independent user
PET (BEC Preliminary)
4.0 - 4.5
500 - 530
0 - 30
400 - 500
GESE 5
A2 Basic user
200 - 400
GESE 4 GESE 3
ISE Foundations
A1 Basic user
0 - 200
GESE 2 GESE 1
2. The structure of the “Applying for a Job” module
The “Applying for a Job” module contains six sections, six tests and a final test. You will learn and practise essential language used in the different stages of applying for a job.
Section 1: Describing jobs
In this section you will learn
useful vocabulary to describe different jobs, responsibilities and requirements. Then do Speaking Tutorial 1.
Test 1
This section tests what you have studied in section 1, “Describing jobs”. You will receive a mark out of 10 for this test which will contribute to your final assessment.
Section 2: A CV and cover letter
In this section you will study useful language, and practise writing an email cover letter. Then do Writing Tutorial 1.
Test 2
This section tests what you have studied in section 2, “A CV and cover letter”. You will receive a mark out of 10 for this test which will contribute to your final assessment.
Section 3: Arranging an interview
In this section you will practise a job training interview. Then do Writing Tutorial 2.
Test 3
This section tests what you have studied in section 3, “Arranging an interview”. You will receive a mark out of 10 for this test which will contribute to your final assessment.
Section 4: Preparing for an interview
In this section you will practise talking about work experience and the recent past.
Test 4
This section tests what you have studied in section 4, “Preparing for an interview”. You will receive a mark out of 10 for this test which will contribute to your final assessment.
Section 5: During the interview
In this section you will practise answering interview questions. Then do Speaking Tutorial 2.
Test 5
This section tests what you have studied in section 5, “During the interview”. You will receive a mark out of 10 for this test which will contribute to your final assessment.
Section 6: Job advertisements
In this section you practise describing positions and job requirements. You will also find a summary of language practised in the module in the Language Review tab.
Test 6
This section tests what you have studied in section 6, “Job advertisements”. You will receive a mark out of 10 for this test which will contribute to your final assessment.
Final test
The final test contains four sections that test what you have learnt in the module. This test is marked out of 40 and contributes to your final assessment.
3. Tools and resources
To see the resources available in your course, click on My resources.
Text to speech
Record yourself tool
Dictionary
Grammar reference
Business centre
Translate into any language
You can select any text on a page, listen to it spoken, and translate it into any language.
Pronunciation tool
Interactive English
Fun and games
Forums
Audio speed control
Additional resources
Each unit also contains speech recognition exercises. These are often in the PRONUNCIATION and TAKEAWAY ENGLISH sections of the unit. There are different types of exercises. They practise sounds, words, sentences and your fluency when you read aloud.
Each unit also contains speech recognition exercises. These are often in the PRONUNCIATION and TAKEAWAY ENGLISH sections of the unit. There are different types of exercises. They practise sounds, words, sentences and your fluency when you read aloud.
4. The role of the tutor
All Net Languages tutors are experienced teachers of English who help you throughout the course. The tutor will:
· send written comments, corrections and marks for the two writing tutorials
· have two speaking tutorials with you and send you written feedback and a mark
· answer any questions you might have about the course
· motivate and encourage you throughout the course
5. Assessment
Marks are awarded as follows for this module:
Module tests
Marks for each test
Section 1
10
Section 2
10
Section 3
10
Section 4
10
Section 5
10
Section 6
10
Final test
40
Speaking Tutorial 1
20
Speaking Tutorial 2
20
Writing Tutorial 1
10
Writing Tutorial 2
10
Total score
160
You need to score at least 60% (96/160) to pass the module.
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