Advanced English Reading

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Last Minute English: Francis Carlisle

5:21:30

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1. Introduction

1. Introduction.mp4

13:34

2. Strategies to use before reading

1. Predicting Part 1.mp4

05:22

2. Predicting Part 2.mp4

08:01

3. Predicting Part 3.mp4

06:55

4. Predicting Part 4.mp4

06:18

5. Skimming and scanning Part 1.mp4

06:56

6. Skimming and scanning Part 2.mp4

07:39

7. Skimming and scanning Part 3.mp4

08:15

3. Strategies to use while reading

1. Close reading Part 1.mp4

08:04

2. Close reading Part 2.mp4

11:31

3. Close reading Part 3.mp4

08:41

4. Close reading Part 4.mp4

06:41

5. Inferring Part 1.mp4

05:22

6. Inferring Part 2.mp4

08:10

7. Inferring Part 3.mp4

05:08

8. Inferring Part 4.mp4

05:32

9. Inferring Part 5.mp4

05:38

4. Strategies to use after reading

1. Summarising and synthesising Part 1.mp4

09:24

2. Summarising and synthesising Part 2.mp4

10:32

3. Summarising and synthesising Part 3.mp4

11:41

4. Evaluating and reflecting Part 1.mp4

09:23

5. Evaluating and reflecting Part 2.mp4

06:00

6. Evaluating and reflecting Part 3.mp4

07:02

7. Evaluating and reflecting Part 4.mp4

10:07

5. Reading exam techniques

1. Introduction.mp4

13:34

2. Comprehension questions Part 1.mp4

08:05

3. Comprehension questions Part 2.mp4

09:19

4. Multiple matching Part 1.mp4

08:49

5. Multiple matching Part 2.mp4

06:00

6. Multiple matching Part 3.mp4

07:01

7. Sentence completion Part 1.mp4

07:07

8. Sentence completion Part 2.mp4

05:35

9. Sentence completion Part 3.mp4

05:10

10. Sentence completion Part 4.mp4

04:41

11. Gapped text Part 1.mp4

08:10

12. Gapped text Part 2.mp4

08:10

13. Gapped text Part 3.mp4

09:59

6. Bringing it all together

1. Final reflection Part 1.mp4

06:19

2. Final reflection Part 2.mp4

07:17

3. Thinking forward.mp4

14:18

Description

Take your English reading skills to the next level with this complete English Reading course!

What You'll Learn?

You’ll develop effective English reading strategies for different text types and objectives.
You’ll enhance English reading speed and comprehension.
You’ll expand your English vocabulary through contextual learning.
You’ll improve critical thinking skills in relation to texts.
You’ll increase confidence in real-life and English reading exam contexts.
You’ll cultivate independent reading habits.

Who is this for?

Students who want to learn to read more effectively in English for studies, work, or pleasure

B1-B2 students who want to reach C1-C2 level of English reading skills

Students who want to improve an English exam score (IELTS, B2 First, C1 Advanced, Duolingo, TOEFL, TOEIC, PTE).

What You Need to Know?

You’ll need to have at least B1 English to fully enjoy this course

Nothing else is required!

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What's this course about?

Simple Version: Learn super useful skills & secrets to improve your English reading for any situation!

Welcome to the Advanced English Reading course. This course will help English learners enhance your English reading skills.
This comprehensive course focuses on equipping you with essential strategies and skills to excel in various reading contexts.
This means both in real-life situations and during exams, like IELTS, TOEFL and others.

Course Highlights:

Master reading strategies for various texts
Prepare for Reading exams (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo)
Increase reading speed and comprehension
Learn vocabulary with contextual learning
Improve critical thinking
Become more confident in real-life
Foster independent reading

Who is this course suitable for?

You read English for work but have trouble sometimes with the language
You study in English and sometimes have difficulty understanding your texts
You want to read English confidently in daily life
You enjoy reading English novels but sometimes don't understand words/ideas
You need to take an English exam (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE etc) and want to get a high score
You want to take your English to the next level in an organised way

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Develop Effective English Reading Strategies for Different Text Types and Objectives:
Â· Master techniques for skimming and scanning to help you quickly find the information you need.
Â· Learn how to read in-depth based on the purpose of your reading.

Enhance Reading Speed and Comprehension:
Â· Practice timed reading exercises to improve reading speed without sacrificing comprehension.
Â· Engage in guided activities to strengthen your ability to extract key information from texts.

Expand English Vocabulary through Contextual Learning
Â· Explore new words within the context of various texts, thereby improving your understanding and retention of vocabulary.
Â· Acquire strategies for deducing word meanings from surrounding sentences.

Improve Critical Thinking Skills in Relation to Texts:
Â· Analyze texts critically to identify the author's arguments, main ideas, and supporting evidence.
Â· Engage in thought-provoking discussions and exercises to develop your ability to assess and critique written content.

Increase Confidence in Real-Life and Exam Contexts:
Â· Practice reading authentic materials, such as news articles and excerpts from literature, to build confidence in real-life scenarios.
Â· Receive guidance on tackling reading comprehension tasks commonly found in English exams.

Cultivate Independent Reading Habits
Â· Learn how to choose appropriate reading materials suited to your interests and language level.
Â· Receive guidance on setting achievable reading goals and establishing a consistent reading routine.

By the end of this course, you will have honed your English Reading skills, gained confidence in comprehending various text types, and cultivated habits that support lifelong learning.
Join us on this enriching journey to master English Reading and unlock a world of knowledge and imagination.
Who this course is for:
Students who want to learn to read more effectively in English for studies, work, or pleasure
B1-B2 students who want to reach C1-C2 level of English reading skills
Students who want to improve an English exam score (IELTS, B2 First, C1 Advanced, Duolingo, TOEFL, TOEIC, PTE).

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Last Minute English: Francis Carlisle

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Hi! My name is Francis, I'm from the UK, and I'm the founder of Last Minute English. Last Minute English creates online video courses to help you improve your spoken and written English, with a particular focus on English exams like the IELTS.I'm a qualified IELTS Examiner. I have been living in China since 2011, helping students to get high scores in their IELTS exam. I believe that understanding is the key to success in the IELTS exam, so my IELTS courses teach:1) HOW the IELTS examiner decides your score2) WHAT you can do to meet the IELTS examiner's requirementsI'm also a keen language learner, and have achieved fluency in Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. If you are interested in learning beginner Chinese, check out my two Chinese courses- you can even try one for free!

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