Because grammar is not enough...

Curious Cat English offers a solution: A communicative approach to the English language and study strategies.

Years Teaching Experience

1:1 Teacher & Student

Student Talk Time

Months to Improve 1 Level

Key Benefits of the Communicative Approach to Study Strategies

Reasons, not Rules

*Focus on real-world communication rather than memorizing vocabulary and grammar rules.
*Develop your skills in discussions, presentations and problem solving.
*Communicate effectively with your peers.

Fluency & Confidence

*Hands on experience at every level.
*Authentic communication tasks & activities.
*Communicate confidently in different academic & social situations.

Comprehension & Retention

*Understand complex concepts.
*Remember key details.
*Do better on exams.

What do you do when...

Reading
You have 100 pages of reading to do by next week?

Strategies:

*Skim/Scan
*Annotate
*Genres
*Break info into smaller chunks

Writing
You have to write a short story?

Strategies:

*6 + 1 Traits
*Character Building
*Plot Diagram
*Denouement 

Listening
You have a 60 minute lecture with a professor that you can't understand?

Strategies:

*Lecture Structures
*Keywords
*Active Listening
*Visuals

Speaking
You have to prepare a debate on the value of a college education?

Strategies:

*Functional Language
*Debate Styles
*Group Accountability
*Pronunciation

Why Choose Curious Cat English?

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