Sample Class

You can try some sample materials from the seven levels currently available by just following the links below. These will give you a good idea of what a Net Languages course is like.

Sample Units


pre-elementary
Sample from "Go", where you learn words, numbers and simple sentences.
elementary
Sample from "Cities", which features city life in Sydney, Australia.
lower intermediate
Sample from "House and Home", which looks at accommodation, places to live and more.
mid-intermediate
Sample from "Face Facts", which focuses on human expressions.

upper intermediate
Sample from "Torquay and Back", which looks at misunderstandings.
pre-advanced
Sample from "Found Photos", where you learn about different hobbies.
advanced
Sample from "The Same Argument", with a focus on arguing, personal relationships and more.

 

To do a full course you will need to register and get a username and password. Remember, you should only register for a course after you take the level test.


Unit Structure

Each General English course has 10 units, and each unit has 15 sections, making approximately 120 to 150 hours of study. In the sample class pages you can see a typical unit and try some of the exercises and activities.

start In the start section you get an introduction to the theme of the unit with fun activities, games and exercises.
   
reading The reading text is the basis of each unit. Read about the theme, and think and comment.
   
vocabulary Increase your vocabulary in this section. Learn everything you need to talk and write about the theme.
   
grammar Improve your grammar in this section with exercises, games and activities.
   
listening Listen to a variety of speakers talking about the theme of the unit.
   
test In this section you test your progress in the unit. If you have any problems, your tutor will help you find a solution.
   
chat Use the Virtual School to chat to other students around the world, and share your experiences and opinions.
   
tutorial 1 In tutorial 1 you send your written work via email to your tutor for correction.
   
takeaway English With takeaway English you learn practical language skills for different situations, including travel and socialising.
   
pronunciation Each level has a complete pronunciation course. You can record yourself doing the exercises and send them to your tutor.
   
net search Do a Net search to find out more about the theme of the unit and share your news and opinions with other students.
   
tutorial 2 In tutorial 2 you produce a longer piece of writing and send it to your tutor for correction.
   
speaking tutorial In the speaking tutorial you talk to your tutor by phone or over the Net and comment on your work and the unit.
   
review The review section gives you some revision activities to consolidate what you have learnt.
   
feedback In the feedback section you can tell us what you thought of the unit and help us to make our courses even better.