leroyind138 y21leroyind138 20220607 Prepare for quarterly test Download onto your phone or tablet and listen carefully. EF ENGLISH LIVE login EFTeacher password: English1 https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 CRC https://corporate.ef.com/reportingcenter/login login deleted.duncanpotter@yandex.ru password nacnud123 Last Visit Date 04/12/2021 intermediate 9 40 yo 15 yrs in Russia 2 kids - 7, 5 yrs old swimming 1.10min / 1.5km 20/25min / km English Play School - Moscow Leninsky Prospekt ]]> xml sbook_plugins/wordlist_generated_from_xml_clog_sbook_for_sbook_session.inc Leroy Merlin Individual 138 Ewa Kwiatkowska ewa.kwiatkowska@leroymerlin.ru 79036652476 202112 age 42 20220614 15:00-16:20 2 tbc Corporate culture 2/2 By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 12 Complete Unit 2 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 2 active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Have you ever considered having a day without meetings, and another day without text messaging? Would it improve your workflow? How would you describe your company's organisation in teams? Is it more vertical or horizontal? Do you feel frustrated sometimes by not being able to take part in the decision making process? Would you like to flatten the hierarchy? 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. Your company has made great profits last year. You have a strong sense of ethics. This year, you want to do something for the community. We could try implementing cleaner business processes. You think CSR is just for signs on the wall. Profits come first... It's just lip service! 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You work in a family business (your father-in-law, wife and elder brother are all members of the board). As a result of the crisis you need to rethink your company's organisation. Discuss with a colleague ways to make it more effective. You and I both know that we have to restructure the company. It's apparent to me that we need to move our headquarters. Does that make sense? You believe the company is too top-heavy. Make suggestions to improve the company's hierarchy by getting rid of 80% of top executives. It goes without saying that a horizontal structure would be more efficient. I couldn't agree more. Just look at the facts. corporate social responsibility = a company's initiatives to assess and take responsibility for the company's effects on environmental and social well-being humility = quality of not thinking that you are better than other people; the quality of being humble arrogant = behaving in a proud, unpleasant way, showing little thought for other people to recline ~ (against / in / on sth) = (formal) to sit or lie in a relaxed way, with your body leaning backwards lip service (to pay ~) = to say that you approve of sth or support it, without proving your support by what you actually do to practise what you preach = to do what one advises others to do to boil down to = to be the essential element to embrace = (formal) to accept an idea, a proposal, a set of beliefs, etc., especially when it is done with enthusiasm; to include top-heavy = (of an organization) having too many senior staff or managers compared to the number of workers rigid = (often disapproving) (of rules, methods, etc.) very strict and difficult to change to flatten (a hierarchy) = to make the administration and decision-making process of a company less vertical and communication more horizontal to lack = not to have to lay off = to dismiss employees, usually for economic reasons cross-functional = relating to a system whereby people from different areas of an organization work together as a team mutual = used to describe feelings that two or more people have for each other equally, or actions that affect two or more people equally to be on the same page = to agree, to be on the same wavelength 's exists This group should do make an investigation Each dept has separately a separate life It's a lot of things that you can do it there If don't not , I don;t think we can... ]]> 20220607 15:00-16:20 2 active Corporate culture By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 12 Complete Unit 2 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png How do you establish corporate culture? Do you go for a drink together? ✓ discourage favouritism ✓ refuse bribes → always pay for your meals even when invited by a business partner What kinds of employees are more important for a company [who are loyal | who perform well]? ✓ who share the company's culture (...) Has your company got a strong focus on ethics? ✓ provide dedicated meetings & training Do headquarters practise what they preach? ✓ explain redundancies & dismissals How do you show staff members they are valuable? ✓ ensure rules are for everyone without exceptions ✓ don't depend on financial incentives like bonuses, unless for all the team → foster a results-oriented culture & team spirit Do you believe in CSR (corporate social responsibility)? ✓ strive to do something more than just earning profits → share return on investments with the local community & employees ✓ support renovation of public infrastructure Should corporate culture encourage staff to rest on their laurels? 〆 probably not ✓ employees who don't like changes may be more loyal to the company ✓ if everyone has great ambitions, who will do the boring, daily work? to rest on one's laurels = to be satisfied with the success you have already won; stop trying to win new honours Do you share your company's vision? Why / Why not? 〆set objectives don't always match the board's vision 20191106-1800 Cleft sentences active grammar 1 What is important when creating corporate culture? pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png active deck_shuffled_lines_halign prep_deck_shuffled_lines_halign What is vital is that all employees should share the same values. ]]> corporate social responsibility = a company's initiatives to assess and take responsibility for the company's effects on environmental and social well-being humility = quality of not thinking that you are better than other people; the quality of being humble arrogant = behaving in a proud, unpleasant way, showing little thought for other people to recline ~ (against / in / on sth) = (formal) to sit or lie in a relaxed way, with your body leaning backwards lip service (to pay ~) = to say that you approve of sth or support it, without proving your support by what you actually do to practise what you preach = to do what one advises others to do to boil down to = to be the essential element to embrace = (formal) to accept an idea, a proposal, a set of beliefs, etc., especially when it is done with enthusiasm; to include top-heavy = (of an organization) having too many senior staff or managers compared to the number of workers rigid = (often disapproving) (of rules, methods, etc.) very strict and difficult to change to flatten (a hierarchy) = to make the administration and decision-making process of a company less vertical and communication more horizontal to lack = not to have to lay off = to dismiss employees, usually for economic reasons cross-functional = relating to a system whereby people from different areas of an organization work together as a team mutual = used to describe feelings that two or more people have for each other equally, or actions that affect two or more people equally to be on the same page = to agree, to be on the same wavelength 's exists This group should do make an investigation Each dept has separately a separate life It's a lot of things that you can do it there If don't not , I don't think we can... ]]> 20220531 15:00-16:20 2 active Giving cultural advice to a colleague By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 12 Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School EF Quarterly test → complete and send back by e-mail by 20220318 (OR complete together in class...) Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Is it a good idea to crack a joke at work? It depends on the corporate culture... ✓ usually helps to build a good atmosphere What is overly impolite in your culture? 〆pointing at people or not showing respect... 〆being late 〆interrupting people Is it totally unacceptable to criticize your superiors? 〆the workplace is not usually the right environment 〆giving your opinion should be different from criticising → focus more on solutions than people 20191017-1350 Adverbs of frequency active grammar most of the time (when I've got nothing else to do) call my friends in the evening ✓ adverbial phrase = at the beginning = to emphasise These are adverbs of [frequency | manner]? ✓ frequency 3. I usually call friends quickly quickly ✓ adverb of manner = at the end 4. I [always read / read always] a book in the metro ✓ always read = adverbial of frequency I read a book [in the metro everyday / everyday in the metro] ✓ in the metro everyday = place adverbials before time adverbials ]]> 20200415-1657 Position of adverbs in future, affirmative and negative tenses active grammar 20210217-0954 Adverbs in transitive & intransitive clauses active grammar 20210218-0945 Position of adverbs in infinitive clauses active grammar 20210218-0916 Position of 'only' in clauses wip grammar 20210217-1012 Adverbs mindmap active grammar Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf. adverbials_mindmap.pdf ]]> active textbook Efekta General English B2.3 Unit 2 Lexical material: Manners and etiquette pg 21 ex A C vocab pg 21 ex D listening 04_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-3.mp3 pg 21 ex E speaking pg 24 ex H speaking ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You work in HR and are running an induction course for a group of new employees from another country (they are rather extroverted and noisy, probably Latin). Explain what may be impolite, disrupting... Ask if and how you can disagree with your superiors, if it's OK to slap somebody on the back... You are very direct and outgoing. Keep interrupting the HR officer (but be polite). Excuse me, sir, is it OK to slap a colleague on the back? to crack a joke = to tell a joke slap on the back = to hit sb/sth with the flat part of your hand on someone's back to cross the boundary = to go too far, to be too much overly = too, very disrupting = making it difficult for sth to continue in the normal way subtle = not very noticeable or obvious induction course = training course for new employees, students, etc. that is designed to give them a general introduction to the business, school, etc to offend = to make sb feel upset because of sth you say or do that is rude or embarrassing good well organised It depends of on the situation For me the both is are OK Presumably we'll stay here by till the end of the year ]]> 20220407 13:30-14:50 2 active 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 12 Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School EF Quarterly test → complete and send back by e-mail by 20220318 (OR complete together in class...) Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> active textbook On 24 February 2022, Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine, marking a major escalation of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War. The campaign was preceded by a prolonged Russian military buildup since early 2021, and demands by Russia to legally prohibit Ukraine from joining NATO. At about 03:00 UTC (06:00 Moscow time, UTC+3) on 24 February, Russian president Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in eastern Ukraine; minutes later, missile strikes began at locations across the country, including Ukraine's capital Kyiv. The Ukrainian Border Service stated that its border posts with Russia and Belarus were attacked.[45][46] Multiple countries condemned the attack and imposed sanctions on Russia. The attack, which has been met with international condemnation, comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday recognised two breakaway regions held in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian rebels as independent states and ordered troops into the territories. src: Wikipedia T / Cl The Russian spy boss humiliated by Putin Sergey Naryshkin was put on the spot for suggesting Russia consider giving the West one last ultimatum. If scriptwriters were behind the Kremlin’s videos, they would be in high demand by streaming platforms The dramatic intensity of the scene would make it stand out in any movie or piece of fiction, but it’s not fiction – it happened on Monday. Since then, all the world has seen the video of what took place. Russian President Vladimir Putin brings together his security council and asks each of its members whether they support the decision to recognize the independence of the self-proclaimed republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, located in southeastern Ukraine. It’s the turn of Sergey Naryshkin, head of the SVR foreign intelligence service, who breaks from the script and suggests that the West be given one last chance to return to the Minsk agreements, the series of international pacts signed between Russia and Ukraine to avoid war in the Donbas region of Ukraine. He suggests this could be done by giving the West a short-term ultimatum. Putin interrupts him dryly: “What does that mean? Are you suggesting we start negotiations or recognize sovereignty?” And that’s when the moment comes. Naryshkin starts to stutter, he doesn’t know what to say, he mumbles “yes” then “no,” and his face turns white for seconds that seem to last an eternity. “Speak clearly,” Putin interjects. Feeling the pressure, the spy chief does a U-turn and goes one step further: he says he supports the annexation of Donetsk and Luhansk into the Russian Federation. But he is again called out by Putin: “We’re not talking about that. We’re talking about recognizing their independence or not. Yes or no?” So the nervous Naryshkin takes back what he said once again: yes, yes, he supports it. “Thanks, you can take your seat.” https://english.elpais.com/opinion/2022-02-23/the-russian-spy-boss-humiliated-by-putin.html T / Cl Visa, Mastercard Suspend Services To Russian Banks Hit By Sanctions Russia’s invasion of Ukraine triggered an array of sanctions from governments around the world targeting Russian government, businesses, financial institutions and high profile individuals and oligarchs. Sanctions from Western nations include excising select Russian banks from SWIFT, the international financial-messaging system. The measures have largely unplugged Russia from the international financial system and have crippled its economy, plunging the ruble to a record low and prompting queues outside banks and ATMs as people try to withdraw cash in case limits are put in place. Many reportedly intend to convert their savings to more stable currencies like the euro or U.S. dollar to protect their savings as fears over the currency mount. Mastercard and Visa have blocked a number of Russian institutions from their payment networks in compliance with Western sanctions, the companies announced Monday and Tuesday, as they pledged to work with regulators to enforce any future restrictions amid a plummeting ruble and run on Russian banks. https://www.forbes.com/sites/roberthart/2022/03/01/visa-mastercard-suspend-services-to-russian-banks-hit-by-sanctions/?sh=63fa5dcf77d5 T / Cl Vladimir Pozner: How the United States Created Vladimir Putin On September 27, 2018, Yale's Program in Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies, and the Poynter Fellowship for Journalism hosted Vladimir Pozner, the acclaimed Russian-American journalist and broadcaster. Pozner spoke on the impact of US foreign policy towards Russia after the Soviet Union has been disbanded, and shared his opinions on a range of issues raised by the audience, from the alleged Russian interference in the 2016 US presidential elections, to Skripal poisoning, to the state of independent media in Russia and the US. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8X7Ng75e5gQ T / Cl Russian news anchor says millions of Russians feel invasion is a catastrophe Russian news director and anchor, Ekaterina Kotrikadze, speaks to CNN's Fareed Zakaria about the state of the country's news media after her station, TV Rain, shut down due to the Russian government's crackdown on local media over unfavorable coverage of the war in Ukraine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOl8WtjOO4I T / Cl How I figured out the Achilles heel of Vladimir Putin | William Browder | TEDxBerlin, 14 Aug 2018 (origins of the Magnitksy Act) For more information on William Browder, please visit our website www.tedxberlin.de. xxx This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT254smRufA T / Cl Many Businesses Are Quitting Russia. Big French Firms Are Staying Put. Some of France’s largest firms, including Renault, Societe Generale and TotalEnergies, are maintaining ties Wall Street Journal by Nick Kostov and Stacy Meichtry March 23, 2022 11:16 am ET https://www.wsj.com/articles/russia-ukraine-war-france-renault-totalenergies-auchan-leroy-merlin-11648040961 ]]> 20220210 13:30-14:50 2 lc By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 12 Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 20220201 15:00-16:20 2 active What you read (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 6 lessons 3+4 Level 12 Complete Unit 1 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Which books would you recommend reading? Which wouldn't you? ✓ page-turners on holidays because they are not too intellectual page-turner = a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly Do books make you feel nostalgic? ✓ longing for a certain place to long for = to desire strongly or persistently Are there any books that take you back to your childhood? How? ✓ descriptions, images, smells to reminisce (about sth/sb) = to think, talk or write about a happy time in your past active textbook Efekta General English B2.2 Unit 6 Telling stories pg 73 ex A B vocab T / Cl What takes you back to your childhood? ✓ music, smells... pg 73 ex D speaking ]]> 20200521-1549 Past perfect active grammar ----(1)----(2)----(now)----> 1 The train [left / had left] 2 We were too late ]]> 20200326-1123 Narrative tenses (past simple, past perfect) active grammar ]]> 20190418-1837 active review grammar_past_simple_vs_past_perfect_selection_b1_01.csv active textbook Efekta General English B2.2 Unit 6 Telling stories Grammar: Narratives 2: Past simple and past perfect pg 74 ex G H grammar pg 74 ex I grammar ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You are engrossed in a book which is very thick, probably very heavy, and which certainly looks very dusty too. You hadn't noticed your friend has arrived. Explain why it is so gripping. The sooner I finish this book, the faster I can start the next one about... You are not a bookworm, don't have time for literature and read only forums with practical information. Tell your friend about a book which you particularly disliked because it was too poignant. The more I read this book, the less I wanted to finish it. I only like fast-paced, creepy & gritty stuff... 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. Describe some of your favourite books to a friend. It's my favourite book of all times! Once upon a time, there was... Their first impressions of each other are... The funny thing is, they... It has the perfect ending... They fall in love and live happily ever after. page-turner = a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly to long for = to desire strongly or persistently to reminisce (about sth/sb) = to think, talk or write about a happy time in your past high wire = rope or wire that is stretched high above the ground, and used by circus performers silver lining = means that every difficulty or setback that causes harm, also contains a potential for a beneficent outcome graphic novel = story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book historical fiction = genre of literature, film, etc., comprising narratives that take place in the past and are characterized chiefly by an imaginative reconstruction of historical events and personages trade publication = magazine or newspaper whose target audience is people who work in a particular trade or industry trashy = of poor quality gritty = showing sth unpleasant as it really is engrossed in/with = so interested or involved in sth that you give it all your attention bookworm = person who likes reading very much page-turner = a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly engaging = attractive, charming tearjerker = sentimental novel or movie that makes one cry gripping = exciting or interesting in a way that keeps your attention fast-paced = that proceeds rapidly touching = causing feelings of pity or sympathy; making you feel emotional; moving to tears moving = causing you to have deep feelings of sadness or sympathy poignant /'pɔinyənt/ = having a strong effect on your feelings, especially in a way that makes you feel sad chilling = frightening, usually because it is connected with sth violent or cruel creepy = causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or slight horror dull = boring electrifying = very exciting suspense = feeling of worry or excitement that you have when you feel that sth is going to happen, sb is going to tell you some news, etc (By the time) I was seven I had wrote written my 1st novel I had readed read some other books by Jules Vernes before '80 days around the world' ]]> 20220127 13:30-14:50 2 lc By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 6 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 20211230 13:30-14:50 2 active What you read (1/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 6 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Are you a bookworm? Why/why not? bookworm = person who likes reading very much What genre of books or magazines do you read? Why? ✓ detective stories ✓ biographies ✓ travellers' diaries graphic novel = story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book historical fiction = genre of literature, film, etc., comprising narratives that take place in the past and are characterized chiefly by an imaginative reconstruction of historical events and personages trade publication = magazine or newspaper whose target audience is people who work in a particular trade or industry Do you prefer reading fiction or non-fiction? Why? page-turner = a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly Why are people fond of fairy tales, fables or tearjerkers with a happy ending? tearjerker = sentimental novel or movie that makes one cry Have you got any favourite books? What makes a story interesting: the plot, the main characters, descriptions, the author's style?... gripping = exciting or interesting in a way that keeps your attention fast-paced = that proceeds rapidly What are the most surprising stories you have ever read? active textbook Efekta General English B2.2 Unit 6 Telling stories pg 66 ex A C listening 12_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-2.mp3 ]]> high wire = rope or wire that is stretched high above the ground, and used by circus performers silver lining = means that every difficulty or setback that causes harm, also contains a potential for a beneficent outcome graphic novel = story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book historical fiction = genre of literature, film, etc., comprising narratives that take place in the past and are characterized chiefly by an imaginative reconstruction of historical events and personages trade publication = magazine or newspaper whose target audience is people who work in a particular trade or industry trashy = of poor quality gritty = showing sth unpleasant as it really is engrossed in/with = so interested or involved in sth that you give it all your attention bookworm = person who likes reading very much page-turner = a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly engaging = attractive, charming tearjerker = sentimental novel or movie that makes one cry gripping = exciting or interesting in a way that keeps your attention fast-paced = that proceeds rapidly touching = causing feelings of pity or sympathy; making you feel emotional; moving to tears moving = causing you to have deep feelings of sadness or sympathy poignant /'pɔinyənt/ = having a strong effect on your feelings, especially in a way that makes you feel sad chilling = frightening, usually because it is connected with sth violent or cruel creepy = causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or slight horror dull = boring electrifying = very exciting suspense = feeling of worry or excitement that you have when you feel that sth is going to happen, sb is going to tell you some news, etc unstresses relaxes me She was obligatory obliged to live with her aunt It's the a story about how she stayed became the narcoman a drug addict ]]> psychological /,saikə'lɔdʒikəl/ climbing /'klaimiŋ/ 20211228 15:00-16:20 2 active Law (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied Quarterly test results Tag questions B2 03 Present simple vs present continuous B1 01 Present perfect vs past simple B1 02 Passive B2 02 Expressing wishes B1 03 Writing Total 52% EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 5 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Can crime ever be justified? ✓ personal revenge? ✓ the offender might be in a position of self-defence ✓ claiming your rights freedom of speech = right to express information, ideas, and opinions free of government restrictions based on content offender = person who commits a crime Should all crimes be prosecuted? ✓ depends whether it is criminal to prosecute sb (for sth / doing sth) = to officially charge sb with a crime in a court of law What would you do if you were victim of identity theft? ✓ you may have to change names identity theft = fraudulent practice of using another person's name and personal information in order to obtain credit, loans, etc Have you, or anyone you know, ever been the victim of an Internet fraud? fraud = crime of deceiving sb in order to get money or goods illegally active textbook pg 59 ex A D listening 11_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-2.mp3 pg 59 ex E speaking ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You've just heard on the news that a Russian senior official or an oligarch has been accused of embezzlement. Discuss the case with your partner. He's been arrested for... You have read a lot about this case and believe it is politically motivated: 'they' just want to get rid of him... I read that he was caught on camera taking bribes but... offender = person who commits a crime plea = urgent emotional request; statement made by sb or for sb who is accused of a crime to catch sb red-handed = to catch sb in the act of doing sth wrong or committing a crime the accused = person who is on trial for committing a crime to accuse sb of crimes against humanity = to say that sb has done sth wrong or is guilty of sth to charge sb with mass murder / genocide = to state sb is accused of doing sth wrong or bad to plead (not) guilty = to state in a court of law that you are guilty or not guilty of a crime to be sentenced to sth = to say officially in a court of law that sb is to receive a particular punishment life imprisonment = putting someone in prison or in jail as lawful punishment death penalty / sentence = putting a condemned person to death capital punishment = putting a condemned person to death to account for (your movements) = to explain your behaviour to deny = to say that sth is not true oligarch = usually very wealthy business person belonging to a small group of people who hold all the power in a country to call up the witness to the bar = to ask the person who has seen sth with their own eyes to answer questions I rest my case = I have said enough and have no more to say, I want to close the argument plaintiff / litigant = person who brings an action in a court of law defendant = person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law to rule in favour of sb = to decide sb wins a case solicitor = member of the legal profession qualified to deal with conveyancing, draw up wills, etc., and to advise clients and instruct barristers attorney = person trained and licensed to prepare, manage, and either prosecute or defend a court action as an agent for another and who also gives advice on legal matters that may or may not require court action a person, esp. a lawyer, appointed to act for another in business or legal matters barrister = a person called to the bar and entitled to practise as an advocate in the higher courts freedom of speech = right to express information, ideas, and opinions free of government restrictions based on content to prosecute sb (for sth / doing sth) = to officially charge sb with a crime in a court of law identity theft = fraudulent practice of using another person's name and personal information in order to obtain credit, loans, etc fraud = crime of deceiving sb in order to get money or goods illegally to finish (this exercise) I have some police insurance (policy) They understand he is not still alive anymore ]]> 20211216 13:30-14:50 2 active Law (1/2) By the end of this session you will have studied Quarterly test Prepare for quarterly test EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 5 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> quarterly_test_leroyind138_20211216.xml Quarterly test active quarterly_test quarterly_test_feedback 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png How many embezzlement or bribing allegations do you think are politically motivated? embezzlement = stealing money or property that you are responsible for or that belongs to your employer allegation = public statement that is made without giving proof, accusing sb of doing sth that is wrong or illegal What risks do you run if you're caught perjuring? to commit perjury = to tell a lie in a court of law Where (in which countries) is the jury more likely to render a lighter or fairer sentence? Where would you want to be defended if you were a Russian oligarch? sentence = punishment given by a court of law active textbook embezzlement = stealing money or property that you are responsible for or that belongs to your employer allegation = public statement that is made without giving proof, accusing sb of doing sth that is wrong or illegal sentence = punishment given by a court of law to assault = to attack sb violently, especially when this is a crime to convict ~ sb (of sth) = to decide and state officially in a court of law that sb is guilty of a crime perjury = crime of telling a lie in a court of law which are the most effective are this one those when people should do sth together All the team should be good well prepared ... to take reach the target It depends of on the country We have serious restrictions fines It's not so as serious like as here ]]> 20211130 15:00-16:20 2 active Socializing in business (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 4 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Networking at an event active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png What topics are more appropriate for small talk in your culture? 〆weather?! ✓the conference you are both attending ✓ venue ✓ / 〆money ✓ / 〆politics ✓ / 〆politics 〆religion venue = place where people meet for an organized event, for example a concert, sporting event or conference What is your favourite way of breaking the ice at an event with people you don't know? to break the ice = to overcome the first difficulties in starting a conversation, getting a party going, or making an acquaintance Do you always put your hand out to shake hands? Is it a good idea to make a compliment? Why/Why not? Have you ever pretended having met someone before just to begin a conversation? active textbook ]]> 20200131-0916 Tag questions active grammar 20200131-0910 Tag questions active decks deck_of_phrases_question_tags_a202.csv 20210123-1051 Question tags active review grammar_tag_questions_b2_01_selection.csv grammar_tag_questions_b2_02_selection.csv grammar_tag_questions_b2_03_selection.csv 20210416-1617 Negative question tags for persuading active grammar Role play role_play active Recycle new expressions and language. Practise question tags and negative questions. A new version of your product is available. Convince loyal customers to upgrade. You have been using the same product for many years, haven't you? Wouldn't you like a faster solution? ✓ more configuration options available ✓ increased costs will pay off ✓ lower energy consumption You have been with this provider for many years. Ask for a discount, some training... You could give us a discount, couldn't you? We don't want to spend too much time learning how to use the new product, do we?! 〆resistance to change 〆learning curve 〆cost of training 〆likely glitches 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You meet the CEO of your dream company at a networking event. You're looking for a new job. Make small talk, look at his/her card and arrange a follow-up meeting with him/her. These appetisers are delicious. Haven't we met before? You look very familiar. time slot = time assigned on a schedule or agenda to take into account = to think about sth when you are planning or deciding to take into consideration = to think about and include a particular thing or fact when you are forming an opinion or making a decision to consider that = to think of sb/sth in a particular way Can I be honest with you? = to announce a different opinion in a diplomatic way I have a problem with... = to dislike I would have to object to... = to express disagreement in a diplomatic way I'm very uncomfortable with... = to express dislike in a diplomatic way One thing you might consider is... = to ask to think about some alternative friendliness = condition or quality of being friendly genuine = real; exactly what it appears to be; not artificial venue = place where people meet for an organized event, for example a concert, sporting event or conference to break the ice = to overcome the first difficulties in starting a conversation, getting a party going, or making an acquaintance for which company where they're working work for You know it there will be more options available, will it don't you? ]]> 20211125 13:30-14:50 2 active Socializing in business Networking at an event Discussing a team-building activity By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 4 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Discussing a team-building activity active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png What is team spirit? ✓ desire and willingness of people to work together ✓ readiness to help each other as part of a team ✓ understanding of motivations and difficulties of everyone → probably can't be more than 10 people What should team members have in common? ✓ share the same objectives ✓ identify common rivals What team building activities do you find the most effective? ✓ cooking a meal e.g. risotto Which team building activities do you dislike? Why? 〆activities which involve a coach 〆scary challenges e.g. skydiving Is eating out a good way to build a team, or just to begin a new business relationship? ✓ people should be able to talk to each other i.e. no noisy environment → build network active textbook pg 82 ex F reading T / Cl Will these business meals be successful? Why / why not? (...) ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You're planning a team-building event with your colleague who is 25 years younger than you. You are a little traditional and believe more in face-to-face relationships. Discuss: - possible activities - costs - time slots If we want to build team spirit, we must meet each other face to face! That's why I recommend... One thing you might consider is... Let's not forget that... You believe in on-line training, gaming, and any kind of activities which involve new technologies. Make objections to your colleague's ideas (perhaps because they're too old-fashioned...) Can I be honest with you? I have a problem with... I would have to object to... I'm very uncomfortable with... time slot = time assigned on a schedule or agenda to take into account = to think about sth when you are planning or deciding to take into consideration = to think about and include a particular thing or fact when you are forming an opinion or making a decision to consider that = to think of sb/sth in a particular way Can I be honest with you? = to announce a different opinion in a diplomatic way I have a problem with... = to dislike I would have to object to... = to express disagreement in a diplomatic way I'm very uncomfortable with... = to express dislike in a diplomatic way One thing you might consider is... = to ask to think about some alternative to convey sth (to sb) = to make ideas, feelings, etc. known to sb to slurp = to make a loud noise while you are drinking sth lating being late I don't have a time They understand the strongness strengths They start to work together for to be faster I don't want to do it more any more Before, I don't didn't (use to) know how to do it They do it what they want If it's a hard serious accident We are were very loudy lousy They should be eating I really good understand them well ]]> suggested /sə'gdʒestəd/ 20211118 13:30-14:50 2 active Travelling (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 3 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Have you ever had a delayed or cancelled flight? What was the reason? Had airlines you were flying automatically rebooked you on a subsequent flight, or did you need to go to a kiosk for self-service rebooking? When rebooking, do you try to push for a better option? more hand luggage free VIP lounge hotel voucher Have you ever asked for a VIP lounge to complete work while waiting for a subsequent flight? 20200404-1009 Past participle of 'go' (gone vs been) active grammar 20200212-1948 Questions with present perfect and answers with past simple active grammar 20210630-1227 Points in time vs completed actions active decks deck_of_phrases_past_simple_past_perfect_present_perfect_future_perfect_points_in_the_past_vs_completed_actions.csv 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You have just received a text. Your flight has been first delayed, and then cancelled. Contact an airline representative, either at the airport or on your phone, and explain your situation. You have a meeting at 2pm tomorrow afternoon... They will need your name, flight number and a description of the problem. Hi. I'm (name), and I was on Flight 745 to (destination), the one that was just cancelled. You are the airline representative. Because the weather has been inclement there are many delayed and cancelled flights. Apologise for putting your client on hold. There are no economy seats on the next flight, only business class. Hello there, how can I help you? 4 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You're talking to a colleague who is coming to your country for a business meeting. Tell him/her about any travel plans you have to his/her country. Make plans & ask for recommendations. Then, make firm plans & revise your itinerary. I'm planning to hit... Be polite when giving negative feedback. Practise prefacing it with a positive statement and a conjunction (e.g. 'but'). I generally really like your itinerary, but there is one problem... 5 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You need a direct flight in economy class from Tokyo to Moscow. Only first class or business class seats are available. Try to book another flight with an agent. Explain you'd rather have a stopover than have to upgrade. My departure date is May 21st. I'll return on June 6th... You are a travel agent. Find alternative flights. Ask if your customer has any gold or platinum status, and double-check if frequent flyer miles can cover the difference. OK. So you're leaving from Tokyo. What's your destination? to depart = to leave to push (sb) for sth = to repeatedly ask for sth or try to make sth happen because you think it is very important Let me make sure I got that right = I want to confirm I understand layover (AmEn) = stopover stopover = short stay somewhere between two parts of a journey carry-on baggage (AmEn) = hand luggage hand luggage = small bags that you can keep with you on an aircraft kiosk = small structure with a computer screen flooded sb/sth with sth = to send sth somewhere in large numbers to be placed on hold = left waiting while making a telephone call inclement = (formal) (of the weather) not pleasant; cold, wet, etc voucher = printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money to pay for sth, or that allows you to pay less than the usual price of sth (choose) the hour time(s) | time slot(s) | flights that you like (prefer) it Do I have enough time for change changing the plane planes I should be really concentrate concentrated | focused Can you tell me what I should to see in one weekend? ]]> 20211109 15:00-16:20 2 active Travelling By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 3 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png How do you plan your travels abroad? ✓ choose a destination ad hoc ✓ book a hotel ad hoc /ˈædˈhɔk/ = arranged or happening when necessary and not planned in advance Do you sometimes ask someone to revise your itinerary? When do you finally make up your mind what to visit: before or when you have reached your destination? Why? ✓ depends on the weather ✓ depends if you feel already tired Are you a frequent flyer? Have you got any favourite airlines? What do you like about them? ✓ leg room ✓ food What do you do during stopovers (BrEn) / layovers (AmEn)? Are business trips still needed after experiencing teleworking? active textbook Functional language: Answering questions asked at customs pg 87 ex C vocab pg 88 ex F vocab pg 89 ex H speaking ]]> 2 active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Do you enjoy business trips? Are they like holidays or on the contrary like a marathon? Why do people still need to go on business trips? ✓ to visit a manufacturing plant ✓ to attend some networking event What would you recommend a business partner to prepare when planning their visit to Russia? ✓ learn a few words to hit (a city) = to reach a place to intend = to have a plan, result or purpose in your mind when you do sth to make up your mind = to decide to think sth through = to consider a problem or a possible course of action fully itinerary = plan of a journey, including the route and the places that you visit to revise = to change your opinions or plans, for example because of sth you have learnt jet lag = feeling of being tired and slightly confused after a long plane journey, especially when there is a big difference in the time at the place you leave and that at the place you arrive in firm = not likely to change; strong and steady to preface ~ sth by / with sth | ~ sth by doing sth = (formal) to say sth before you start making a speech, answering a question, etc toiletries = things such as soap or TOOTHPASTE that you use for washing, cleaning your teeth, etc vehicle /ˈvi:ɪkl/ = thing that is used for transporting people or goods from one place to another, such as a car or lorry/truck layover (AmEn) = stopover stopover = short stay somewhere between two parts of a journey to double-check = to check sth for a second time or with great care to follow = to understand an explanation or the meaning of sth frequent flyer miles = points acquired by a person who often travels by plane, especially someone who usually uses the same airline and belongs to that airline's club, which provides them with special advantages such as free flights to get sth straight = to make sth clear ad hoc /ˈædˈhɔk/ = arranged or happening when necessary and not planned in advance chance luck | we were very lucky We was had been there before We don't planify to go plan going to Poland It's better to be a little bit too early that than to be a little bit to late It depends how many moneys much money you have ]]> 20211026 15:00-16:20 2 active Technology (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 2 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png What devices and / or technologies have changed your lifestyle? the Internet, QR codes, Zoom parties What new technologies could change your clientele's habits? on-line orders, home delivery, green technologies Is buying behaviour affected by any particular green solutions? active textbook Efekta General English B2.2 Unit 2 Technology T / Cl Could 3D printing change your buyers' habits? (...) pg 23 ex A B listening 05_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-2.mp3 ]]> 1 Active vs passive active deck_shuffled_monochrome deck_shuffled deck_of_phrases_active_vs_passive_b1_02.csv 20210422-1755 Passive forms active review grammar_passive_selection_b2_01.csv active textbook Efekta General English B2.2 Unit 2 Technology pg 23 ex D grammar pg 23 ex E speaking ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You are a very busy, 50-year-old senior manager. You are in a bad mood. You don't understand why you can't access the intranet and you have better things to do than write e-mails and wait for answers from the hot-line. Ask a colleague for help. Can you give me a hand, please? You are a digital native. Everything is easy for you. Help your superior. Be (very) polite and patient when explaining. Let me explain how it works. You should... 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You're having a technical problem. You have been promoted to a new position but your account hasn't been created. You have tried logging in but you can't access the database. The previous password has expired. Go to IT for help. Hi there, can you please help me sort something out? You have been working at the help desk for 2 days only. This the 1st time you have to solve such a problem. Try different solutions. Hello, help desk speaking, can I help you? to log in with (a password) / into (the Internet) = to perform the actions that allow you to begin using a computer system to tap on (an icon) = to hit sb/sth quickly and lightly to scroll up / down / through = to move text on a computer screen up or down so that you can read different parts of it to type in = to write and submit sth using a keyboard to zoom in = to make an image or text larger to explain ~ sth (to sb) = to tell sb about sth in a way that makes it easy to understand digital immigrant = person who grew up before computers & the use of the Internet were widespread digital native = person who grew up when computers & the Internet were already available credentials = login and password needed to access some service to encounter = to experience sth, especially sth unpleasant or difficult, while you are trying to do sth else to crash (of a computer system) = to stop working suddenly to be down (of a network or service) = not to be functioning to sort out = to arrange or order by classes or categories; to make clear to back up = to make a copy of (a computer file) especially for storage in another place as a security copy to start over = to begin to do something again, sometimes in a different way to log off / out = to exit a computer to shutdown = to make sth stop working to reboot (a computer) = to switch a computer off and then start it again immediately expired = having come to an end or become void after passage of a period of time data entry = activity of putting data into a computer, for example, by using a keyboard or speech recognition software to put in figures = to insert, introduce numbers representing a particular amount spreadsheet = computer program that is used, for example, when doing financial or project planning. You enter data in rows and columns and the program calculates costs, etc. from it word processor = application that provides the user with tools needed to write and edit and format text and to send it to a printer office suite /'swi:t/ = set of related computer programs, e.g. LibreOffice cutting-edge = the newest, most advanced stage in the development of sth interesting by me interested in my problem I don't saw remember seeing it ]]> 20211019 15:00-16:20 2 active Technology By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 2 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Feel free to complete 2 lessons from any other business, industry or travel courses available in the English School Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Do you know many people who still have difficulty in using the Internet? Are you a digital native or digital immigrant? ✓ digital natives can use technology intuitively digital immigrant = person who grew up before computers & the use of the Internet were widespread digital native = person who grew up when computers & the Internet were already available What are the most common problems people have with computers? 〆how to connect a printer 〆how to configure the wifi 〆how to find files Do you always understand the help from IT you have asked for? 〆users can only follow instructions but often don't understand them 〆you need some experience under the belt experience under the belt Do you agree everybody who works in the city ought to know how to use an office suite? ✓ soft skills are expected almost everywhere ✓ information is available everywhere 〆today's society is not for technophobes office suite = productivity software used for producing information (such as documents, presentations, worksheets, databases, charts, graphs) Are you expected to attend regular training to use a spreadsheet, a database, or anything else? ✓ continuous training How do you solve problems? Do you ask for help or try to find the answer on the Internet? ✓ search ✓ solve problems by yourself most of the time active textbook Efekta General English B2.2 Unit 2 Technology T / Cl Do you like watching Tv programmes about technology? (...) pg 21 ex D E listening 04_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-2.mp3 Grammar: Future passive ]]> 20210712-0807 The passive active grammar 3 The passive active deck_shuffled deck_of_phrases_the_passive_b1_02.csv 5 The passive active deck_shuffled_monochrome deck_of_phrases_the_passive_b1_03.csv 20210422-1755 Passive forms active review grammar_passive_selection_b1_03.csv to log in with (a password) / into (the Internet) = to perform the actions that allow you to begin using a computer system to tap on (an icon) = to hit sb/sth quickly and lightly to scroll up / down / through = to move text on a computer screen up or down so that you can read different parts of it to type in = to write and submit sth using a keyboard to zoom in = to make an image or text larger to explain ~ sth (to sb) = to tell sb about sth in a way that makes it easy to understand digital immigrant = person who grew up before computers & the use of the Internet were widespread digital native = person who grew up when computers & the Internet were already available credentials = login and password needed to access some service to encounter = to experience sth, especially sth unpleasant or difficult, while you are trying to do sth else to crash (of a computer system) = to stop working suddenly to be down (of a network or service) = not to be functioning to sort out = to arrange or order by classes or categories; to make clear to back up = to make a copy of (a computer file) especially for storage in another place as a security copy to start over = to begin to do something again, sometimes in a different way to log off / out = to exit a computer to shutdown = to make sth stop working to reboot (a computer) = to switch a computer off and then start it again immediately expired = having come to an end or become void after passage of a period of time data entry = activity of putting data into a computer, for example, by using a keyboard or speech recognition software to put in figures = to insert, introduce numbers representing a particular amount spreadsheet = computer program that is used, for example, when doing financial or project planning. You enter data in rows and columns and the program calculates costs, etc. from it word processor = application that provides the user with tools needed to write and edit and format text and to send it to a printer office suite /'swi:t/ = set of related computer programs, e.g. LibreOffice cutting-edge = the newest, most advanced stage in the development of sth do it'm doing wrong If I change a job jobs ... You use only this the one that (which) you need it I spend a lot of time by the way on the road | driving | commuting ]]> exemplary /ɪɡˈzemplərɪ/ intuitively 20211014 13:30-14:50 2 active Job interviews (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:30-14:50 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:30-14:50 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> active textbook 20200403-1641 I wish + past tenses active grammar 2 Expressing wishes active deck_shuffled deck_of_phrases_i_wish_b1_03.csv active textbook set for homework pg 7 ex I grammar ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You are attending a job interview for a position as a manager at a major company. Pretend you have extensive business qualifications and experience. Describe your past & present experience to the HR officer. Explain what you wish you had done earlier and what you wish you did now. Practise sequencing with the expressions below. Thank you for sparing time to see me. I am confident I am the ideal candidate because prior to... I advanced from... to... Afterwards Subsequently Following Previously Prior Before I have a solid background in... I have extensive experience in... Currently, I'm working on... I wish I had spent more time on... before... Now, I wish I could do... You are conducting a job interview. Where did you work prior to joining this company? What's your area of expertise? What else have you done? If we didn't hire you, why would that be? What do you wish you focused on in your new job? (...) 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png What kind of a person are you? Do you think you have become thick-skinned over the years? thick-skinned = not easily upset by criticism or unkind comments What are the risks of being cocky? cocky = too confident about yourself in a way that annoys other people How do you deal with touchy people? touchy about = easily upset or offended 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. You want to apply for job in a large company abroad. The interviewer is asking you to describe your strengths and weaknesses. After stating a strength, give some extra information as support. After describing something you have struggled with, explain how you are working on it to improve. I am... because... ✓ bright ✓ sharp ✓ pro-active ✓ diligent ✓ ambitious ✓ determined ✓ sensitive ✓ understanding ✓ considerate ✓ resilient ✓ thick-skinned I'm not... because... 〆touchy 〆thin-skinned 〆big-headed 〆arrogant 〆cocky 〆workaholic You are interviewing a candidate. Ask him/her to describe their strengths and weakness. Tell me a little bit about yourself. Why do you want to leave your current job? What are some of your strengths? What is your greatest weakness? Tell me about a challenge you had. Tell me about a difficult situation that you faced at work and what you did about it. 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. You want to apply for job in a large company abroad. You have answered the interviewer's questions. Now, show your interest in the company and get more information about it. End your interview by enquiring about the hiring process. What would I need to do to be successful here? Do you have any reservations about my qualifications? What is the biggest challenge for your staff? When can I expect an answer? Thank you for taking the time to interview me. Answer to the candidate's questions. ✓ It's important to be a good fit for this position ✓ You will need to get along with... subsequently = afterwards; later; after sth else has happened following (+ noun phrase) = after following that = next previously = before prior to = before currently = at the present time, now to head = to manage, direct, lead accomplishment = impressive thing that is done or achieved after a lot of work expertise /,ekspə:'ti:z/ ~ (in sth / in doing sth) = expert knowledge or skill in a particular subject, activity or job recognition = act of accepting that sth exists, is true or is official to deserve = when it is right that you should have it, because of the way you have behaved or because of what you are to major in (AmEn) / to graduate (BrEn) = to study sth as your main subject at a university or college to major on sth (BrEn) = to pay particular attention to one subject, issue, etc to have a solid background in = to have much education, experience etc in sth assertive = expressing opinions or desires strongly and with confidence, so that people take notice to lose face = to feel ashamed and embarrassed in front of your friends or colleagues to save face = to avoid feeling ashamed or embarrassed in front of your friends or colleagues clever = quick at learning and understanding things; skilful bright = intelligent; quick to learn sharp = (of people or their minds, eyes, etc.) quick to notice or understand things or to react; ~ (with sb) (of a person or what they say) critical or harsh ambitious = wanting to be successful, rich, powerful, et determined = attitude when you have made a firm decision to do something and you will not let anyone prevent you sensitive ~ (to sth) = aware of and able to understand other people and their feelings understanding = ability to understand why people behave in a particular way and the willingness to forgive them when they do sth wrong touchy ~ (about sth) (of a person) = easily upset or offended thin-skinned = easily upset by criticism or unkind comments thick-skinned = not easily upset by criticism or unkind comments resilient = able to feel better quickly after sth unpleasant such as shock, injury, etc big-headed = (informal, disapproving) having a very high opinion of how important and clever you are; too proud arrogant = behaving in a proud, unpleasant way, showing little thought for other people cocky = too confident about yourself in a way that annoys other people pro-active = controlling a situation by making things happen rather than waiting for things to happen and then reacting to them persistence = fact of continuing to try to do sth in spite of difficulties, especially when other people are against you and think that you are being annoying or unreasonable public speaking = delivering an address to a public audience career perspective = potential for growth diligent = showing care and effort in your work or duties workaholic = person who works very hard and finds it difficult to stop working and do other things considerate = always thinking of other people's wishes and feelings; careful not to hurt or upset others to major in (AmEn) / to graduate (BrEn) = to study sth as your main subject at a university or college to major on sth (BrEn) = to pay particular attention to one subject, issue, etc assertive = expressing opinions or desires strongly and with confidence, so that people take notice to have (some) reservations about = feeling of doubt about a plan or an idea deadline = point in time by which sth must be done to give a 2-week notice = formal letter or statement saying that you will or must leave your job at the end of a particular period of time steps in the hiring process = stages of a recruitment procedure to be a good fit for this position = with the right qualities or skills to get along with = to get on with; to have smooth relations didn't miss hadn't missed your birthday I wish I had more travelled more in the past Afterwards I joined to this company I'm not hurry hurrying | in a hurry I had the experience the of opening a subsidiary in another the country I have (academic) understanding | knowledge of financial studies issues | affairs I speak French currently fluently ]]> 20211007 13:00-14:20 2 active Job interviews (1/2) By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 11 Complete Unit 1 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Quarterly test results Verb patterns B2 01 Countables vs uncountables A2 02 Comparative and superlative forms B1 02 Clauses of concession Writing Total 88% Quarterly test Review the following: Grammar: Verb patterns Fewer and less Clauses of concession Lexical material: Extreme experiences Views and opinions Failure of consumerism to deliver happiness Rat race, stuck on a treadmill Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> quarterly_test_leroyind138_20210928.xml Quarterly test active quarterly_test_feedback 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png How did your last job interviews go? 〆couldn't understand why was rejected when the interviews went well ✓ soft skills were often more important than experience ✓ kept calm during stress and case interviews Did you feel confident in your skills & experience? ✓ changed jobs only for a higher position rather than looking for experience in different companies Did you have a solid background? ✓ internship ✓ apprenticeship ✓ cross-functional collaboration What are your greatest achievements? ✓ generating turnover ✓ increasing sales by --% ✓ recruiting strong candidates ✓ mentoring loyal employees What have you learnt from your mistakes? ✓ underestimated the threats of the pandemic ✓ asked for help from superior when expected to deal at your level If we didn't hire you, why would that be? 〆irrelevant background 〆too mature personality 〆incompatible with corporate culture 〆asking too many questions (i.e. being too inquisitive) 〆having too much initiative 〆not compatible with micro-management 〆coping with daily routine & administrative tasks 〆excessive salary expectation active textbook ]]> the next week I'm have been working for LM since for 20 years If I want to change the company companies for the a more modern one Some people have are afraid I see for 3-5 years for in the future OR I (can) see 3-5 years ahead ]]> 20210921 15:00-16:20 2 active Lifestyles By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 6 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 6 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Have you ever made changes in your home? What for? Are you happy with your lifestyle? Have you ever felt you had burnt out? ✓ you can / can't find time for yourself burnt out = exhausted as a result of long time stress What would you like to change in your life if money wasn't an issue? ✓ try downshifting ✓ live in the country to downshift = to change to a job or style of life where you may earn less but which puts less pressure on you and involves less stress Would you like to change jobs and start a new career? Why / why not? active textbook 20191016-1704 Verb patterns active grammar 20190418-1837 active review grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b1_02.csv grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b2_01.csv grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b2_03.csv active textbook 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You feel depressed and are considering making drastic changes in your lifestyle. I think I've burnt out! I don't feel comfortable It's a stressful process... I've always been interested in religion and... I want to live in harmony You know about this midlife crisis. Help your friend make a decision. You don't have to worry. Really, everything's fine. You can relax. I've got it handled. Rest assured. Living alone is the right choice for you. bachelor = man who has never been married jerk = (informal) stupid person who often says or does the wrong thing workaholic = (informal, usually disapproving) a person who works very hard and finds it difficult to stop working and do other things nerd = person who is boring, stupid and not fashionable jock = (informal) away of describing a person from Scotland, that can be offensive slob = (informal, disapproving) person who is lazy and dirty or untidy supportive = giving help, encouragement or sympathy to sb burnt out = exhausted as a result of long time stress to downshift = to change to a job or style of life where you may earn less but which puts less pressure on you and involves less stress to save up = to put away for future use; keep as savings since for 7 years I need more time for me myself ... for the next week ... for the next following week If they be were older, maybe... It misses me I miss it Or Either I work, or... ... how to spend, how to economy save up ]]> monastery /'mɔnə,steri:/ 20210914 15:00-16:20 2 active Solving problems By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 5 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 5 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. What do you consider to be invaluable in life? ✓ health invaluable = which has no cost and can't be replaced What’s the most frightening experience you've ever had? If you could excel at something, what would it be? to excel at = to be very good at sth When did you last wimp out? What could you do to avoid this happening again? to wimp out = (informal, disapproving) to not do sth that you intended to do because you are too frightened or not confident enough to do it What sacrifices are you prepared to make to excel in your field? ✓ take an MBA 2 Extreme experiences active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Watch the video. Answer the following questions. Paragliding http://www.ictnle.com/pg.php?content=inc/videos.inc#film17 ]]> Would you like to try paragliding? ✓ it might change your way of thinking 〆paragliding feels too much out of control What could you learn from this kind of experience? ✓ you know how to take measured risks Do you believe it's worth trying anything? ✓ only if you are in control of everything?... Have you had any life changing experiences? active textbook active textbook 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Compare a challenging situation at work with experiencing an extreme sport for the first time. Recycle new expressions and language. You experience terrible problems at work. You need advice on how to excel at your chosen career. Meet a senior colleague who has experience in mentoring staff to find solutions to your problems. 〆It feels like jumping with a parachute. 〆It was the most terrifying experience of my life. 〆I almost passed out. 〆I could feel the thud of my heartbeat. 〆I was shaking in my shoes. 〆I was shaking like a leaf. 〆I was sweating profusely. 〆I saw my life flash before my eyes. 〆 It doesn't strike me as... You have recruited and mentored many employees in your company. Help a younger colleague. Describe how you felt in similar difficult situations. Ask about his/her personal qualities, talents, and preference he/she has. Make suggestions for the right career moves. 〆I had a debilitating fear of... 〆I have few regrets in life 〆I would always regret ✓ I like pushing myself to the limit ✓ If I had not faced my fears ✓ I got over most of my fear of... ✓ I was feeling invincible ✓ I was over the moon with joy ✓ What a rush! ✓ Oh my gosh! debilitating = making sb's body or mind weaker nerves of steel = impressive ability to remain calm in dangerous or difficult situations thrill seeker = person who is keen to take part in exciting activities that involve physical risk to freak out = to react with irrationality or extreme emotion, to panic to pump up = (informal) to do exercises in which you lift heavy weights in order to strengthen your muscles breakneck speed = very fast and therefore dangerous to wimp out = (informal, disapproving) to not do sth that you intended to do because you are too frightened or not confident enough to do it by a long shot = by a big difference; by far to excel at = to be very good at sth to pull through = to be able to survive excruciating = extremely painful awesome = very impressive or very difficult and perhaps rather frightening exhausted /i'gzɔ:stəd/ = very tired courageous = brave breath-taking = fascinating one-of-a-kind = unique amusing /əm'yu:ziŋ/ = funny to be over the moon = to be very happy good remember well (this situation) I should say no for to something Next time when he saw sees me I'll be an expert ... a course to give me more courageous courage | self-confidence ]]> 20210909 13:00-14:20 2 active Making effective presentations By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 4 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 4 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Efekta General English B2.1 Unit 3 Finance & money pg 33 ex H grammar EFEKTA-GE-B2.1_U3_final_34.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> Bottoms up B2 Pitching an idea vs giving a presentation Listening to a presentation for gist vs catching the break even point, ROI, etc active textbook lift pitch ≠ collocation T / Cl What are the differences between an elevator or sales pitch and a presentation? ✓ timing ✓ contents ✓ more active body language ✓ few or no visuals → convincing rather than reporting 2010 Dayton elevator speech winner http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6O98o2FRHw Feedback ✓ convincing argumentation & simple concept ✓ short sentences without conjunctions to insist on mechanically exponential growth pattern ✓ tripling technique (e.g. This course was cheap, interesting and effective) ✓ alliteration (e.g. rapid, relevant and realistic) ✓ rhymes (your brand in their hand) 〆 no start up capital mentioned 〆 no call for action or request (i.e. asking audience to reflect on or do sth) 〆 no comparison with competition 〆 too fast speech 〆 little rapport with the audience → only average delivery but good product 2012 BPC elevator speech winner elevator_pitch_contest_winner_nancy_t_wheeler_university_of_dayton.mp4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIo-enMAIxE Feedback ✓ supportive body language ✓ short sentences ✓ call for start up capital ✓ break even point ✓ ROI - return on investment ✓ comparison with competition 〆 little convincing concept (hence questionable projections) 〆 rather artificial intonation in rhetorical questions → good delivery but average product T / Cl How can elevator and sales pitch techniques help improve your presentations? ✓ use elevator pitch strategies to catch audience interest ✓ use sales people language (e.g. with metaphors about sports) to win an audience (...) → be convincing rather than just descriptive ]]> to break even = to attain a level at which there is neither gain nor loss, as in business return (~ on investment, R.O.I) = amount of profit made on investment business angel = investor who provides financial backing for small start-ups or entrepreneurs. Angel investors are usually found among an entrepreneur's family and friends and are essentially the exact opposite of a venture capitalist venture capitalist = investor who either provides capital to start-up ventures or supports small companies that wish to expand but do not have access to equities markets stake = money that sb invests in a company; an important part or share in a business, plan, etc. that is important to you and that you want to be successful by all means = definitely or certainly tycoon = person who is successful in business or industry and has become rich and powerful uncompetitive = not cheaper or better than others and therefore not able to compete equally small little It must be interesting so that somebody really hear listens to you If I good understand well ]]> 20210902 13:00-14:20 2 active Finance By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 3 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 3 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Do you believe sometimes less is more? When? Money can be both a help and a hindrance. Do you agree? hindrance = person or thing that makes it more difficult for sb to do sth or for sth to happen What do you spend most of your money on? Why? Do you find the cost of living in your area too high? Why / why not? active textbook Efekta General English B2.1 Unit 3 Finance & money pg 29 Let's start pg 30 ex A B listening 06_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-1.mp3 Grammar: Fewer and less pg 33 ex F G grammar set for homework pg 33 ex H grammar pg 31 ex F speaking → practise 'far / a lot / fewer' with countables → practise 'much / far / a lot / less' with uncountables ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Practise 'far / a lot / fewer' and 'much / far / a lot / less' You have some financial problems although you have a fairly well-paid job. You need to cut your expenses. Ask your colleague for a recipe for financial success. 〆My rent is killing me. 〆My finances are a mess! 〆My car payment is a burden. 〆I owe my parents 3 000 Euro. 〆I have 3 000 Euro in savings. 〆My expenses are 3 000 Euro a month. 〆I am 3 000 Euro in debt. 〆My groceries cost about 400 Euro each month. 〆My train pass is 50 Euro a month. 〆My utility bill is usually around 200 per month. 〆My monthly mortgage payment is 2 500 Euro. 〆I pay my car insurance twice a year. 〆I pay about 7 000 Euro in property tax every year. ✓ That's good advice. ✓ That sounds reasonable. 〆Are you kidding? 〆That's a terrible idea! You are quite good at handling your finances. Help your colleague reduce monthly expenses. Ask questions about the situation. Give financial advice. What's the problem? What are your big expenses? What else is there? Are you still working part time? How much do you have in savings? I've been there! You might consider getting a room-mate. If I were you, I'd sell the car. My parents loaned me money to attend evening classes. You'd better move in with your parents. 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png What do you do with things you don't need any more? Have you ever tried selling them? What would you be ready to do to save money for going on a world-round trip on a yacht? Have you ever regretted lending / borrowing money? How would you save a company from bankruptcy? active textbook Efekta General English B2.1 Unit 3 Finance & money pg 37 ex A vocab pg 37 ex D listening 07_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b2-1.mp3 Grammar: Clauses of concession pg 38 ex F G grammar set for homework pg 38 ex H grammar ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You've received a job offer. You are ready to accept the offer. Consider the entire compensation package. Negotiate your benefits. salary? hiring bonus? relocation costs? medical insurance? dental insurance? vacation time? sick days? retirement plan? You work in HR, you are negotiating the terms of the contract with a new employee. Discuss benefits for the total compensation. ✓ salary ✓ hiring bonus 〆relocation costs 〆medical insurance 〆dental insurance 〆vacation time 〆sick days ✓ retirement plan hindrance = person or thing that makes it more difficult for sb to do sth or for sth to happen to go on = to continue to take on = to accept; to begin a new activity to sign up = to join a club, an activity, etc. with the intention to join or participate to give away = to give as a present to write off = to concede the loss or worthlessness of something or somebody; to reduce the estimated value of something resort = the first or last course of action that you should or can take in a particular situation attrition = process of making sb/sth, especially your enemy, weaker by repeatedly attacking them or creating problems for them night out = hiring bonus = one-time cash payment made when you start the job loaded = (informal) very rich strapped for cash = out of funds broke = (informal) having no money savings = money that you have saved, especially in a bank, etc thrifty = (approving) careful about spending money and not wasting things deductible = that can be taken away from an amount of money you earn, from tax, etc mortgage = legal agreement by which a bank or similar organization lends you money to buy a house, etc., and you pay the money back over a particular number of years; the sum of money that you borrow less fewer things It's hard to explain them it's not obligatory (to them) It's less or more more or less normal It's depend of depends on how often you do it I don't spend a lot for on clothes If you do it regular regularly ]]> 20210826 13:00-14:20 2 lc By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 2 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 2 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 20200917-1600 Reported speech (A2) active grammar active textbook reported_speech_mindmap.pdf pg 22 ex F G grammar set for homework pg 22 ex H grammar (reported speech) pg 22 ex I J speaking ]]> active textbook 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. There is a new crisis. You have to change your workplace, job, town and lifestyle. You are worried. Perhaps I'm a too old-fashioned for such a lifestyle now. I don't get it. This generation gap thing is too complicated for me. Your colleague is afraid of changes due to the crisis. Try to refocus the conversation. Ask questions, make a point. Put things in perspective. Comment from a less personal perspective. Let's take a step back. Why do you think they said that? Let's look at the bigger picture. This is a big change. Let's put things in perspective. You need to get some perspective on this. It isn't the end of the world. The change will give you new opportunities. Life is full of surprises, isn't it? Change is inevitable, you know. active textbook 20210819 13:00-14:20 2 active Dealing with change By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4 Complete Unit 2 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Do you like changes? Why / Why not? ✓ stability can be boring 〆changes may be stressful 〆people don't like being out of their comfort zone 〆you are lazy when it comes to researching the best consumer appliance for you comfort zone = psychological state in which things feel familiar to a person and they are at ease and (perceive they are) in control of their environment, experiencing low levels of anxiety and stress. In this zone, a steady level of performance is possible Do you think you may be getting old-fashioned? What do you do to avoid that? 〆you are not interested in the latest devices 〆you don't rely on social networking tools to keep in touch ✓ you may catch up with colleagues regularly to avoid = to prevent sth bad from happening What keeps you on your toes? ✓ following people in social media ✓ children can force you to stay up-to-date on one's toes = alert; ready to act Do women really want to be treated equally? 〆some modern women dislike a too courteous approach courteous = polite, especially in a way that shows respect active textbook 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You have traditional views, you don't understand your younger colleagues around you. Talk about it with a colleague of your age group. I think they're rude! They want more gender equality in the workplace. Women want to be treated equally both at home and at work. I just want to be courteous. They say I'm too old-fashioned... You know about this problem; you have experienced it yourself. Show you are listening by repeating part of what your partner said. Listen sympathetically by commiserating. Show sympathy and say you understand the nature of their situation. I hear you. They do the same thing. I know what you mean. It's tough. I sympathize with you. I see what you mean. I can understand why you are concerned. You're in a tough position. That's a sticky situation. wip grammar courteous = polite, especially in a way that shows respect comfort zone = psychological state in which things feel familiar to a person and they are at ease and (perceive they are) in control of their environment, experiencing low levels of anxiety and stress. In this zone, a steady level of performance is possible to avoid = to prevent sth bad from happening on one's toes = alert; ready to act to bully sb (into sth / into doing sth) = to frighten or hurt a weaker person; to use your strength or power to make sb do sth to cope with sth = to deal successfully with sth difficult hectic = very busy; full of activity sticky = (informal) difficult or unpleasant to commiserate (with sb) (on / about / for / over sth) = to show sb sympathy when they are upset or disappointed about sth pressed in a hurry ... the battery was out ran down It's more comfortable convenient without a cable One day they said told me I was so alone lonely You can don't choose not to put the photography photos How you can be useful for to everyone I lost a lot of time because some people didn't do what they should do have done ]]> 20210713 15:00-16:20 2 active Opening a meeting, discussing views & opinions By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 10 Complete Unit 1 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Do you like meetings? Why / why not? 〆waste of time if not well-prepared ✓ quality of meetings has improved since held on-line Do you always receive apologies for absence? How do you keep meetings on track? ✓ use an agenda ✓ ask a colleague to be the time keeper ✓ look at the minutes of the previous meeting ✓ don't try to reach a unanimous decision minutes = written record of a meeting or hearing. They typically describe the events of the meeting and may include a list of attendees, a statement of the issues considered by the participants, and related responses or decisions for the issues When do you deal with AOB? at the beginning or at the end of a meeting? ✓ at the end AOB = any other business What are common challenges when running meetings? 〆finding common time slots 〆getting side-tracked 〆going off-topic 〆not sticking to the agenda 〆having technical glitches during a video conference to get side-tracked = to be off-topic, digressing active textbook T / Cl Have you ever tried alternative, meatless soya products? (...) What challenges are you likely to face during the launch? (...) pg 4 ex B listening efekta_business_book_02_unit_2.1.2.mp3 pg 4 ex C listening efekta_business_book_02_unit_2.1.2.mp3 pg 4 ex D listening efekta_business_book_02_unit_2.1.2.mp3 ]]> 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. You are working on a big project. You have problems meeting deadlines. Start a meeting and make sure the participants understand its purpose. Discuss problems & solutions. Thank you all for coming today. I know how busy you all are. OK, everyone. If I could have your attention, please. Let's get started. Does everyone have an agenda? As you can see, we have three items to discuss today. The purpose of today's meeting is to discuss... We are here because... The second item on the agenda is an update from... Could you be more specific? What exactly do you propose as a solution? How could we take the idea one step further? What do you think about...? What can we do to improve...? The negotiations are off to a good start. Hang on a minute. I'm not sure I agree with you. I didn't think we'd have all of these problems. You are attending a meeting on the same project for the 5th time this week... Discuss issues. Make proposals. The primary problem is a difference in... The biggest challenge we face is... For instance... The best example I can give is... A good start would be to... I'd like to propose that I can promise you that... One way to solve the problem might be to How difficult would it be to... At least let's talk about...  Let's take that one step further and increase... in my considered opinion = your opinion that is the result of careful thought aware = knowing or realizing sth to resign = to give up to figure out = to find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of accurate = exact, precise minutes = written record of a meeting or hearing. They typically describe the events of the meeting and may include a list of attendees, a statement of the issues considered by the participants, and related responses or decisions for the issues to get side-tracked = to be off-topic, digressing unanimous = agreed or shared by everyone in a group glitch = small problem or fault that stops sth working successfully good well organised ... to start at the exact time exact You are more disciplinate disciplined Today This morning we had a training He has the possibility to look watch it It's possible that somebody is not doesn't agree At the 1st time attempt Sales are not so as high that as they had planified planned ]]> 20210705 15:00-16:20 2 active Complaining about offensive behaviour By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 6 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. What do you do before a business trip to a country you have been to before? ✓ learn a few words ✓ read about the culture Do you think stereotypes | clichés can be helpful to prepare for meeting another culture? e.g. The Chinese can't say 'no' openly stereotype = fixed idea or image that many people have of a particular type of person or thing, but which is often not true in reality cliché /ˈkliːʃeɪ/ = element of an artistic work, saying, or idea that has become overused to the point of losing its original meaning or effect, even to the point of being trite or irritating Do you ask anyone to give you some pointers? 〆you prefer having an open mind pointer (informal) = piece of advice active textbook English Town Unit 6 lesson 34 english-town_general_english_level-09_unit-6_lesson_4.mp4 T / Cl Would you learn a few words of the country to which you're going on a business trip? (...) What do you know about Japanese culture? (...) What examples of good behaviour and showing respect have you heard about? ✓ bowing /'bauiŋ/ Word builder T / Cl Is overstaying your welcome a common habit in your country? ✓ when you don't want to leave an almost empty bottle (e.g. of vodka) pg 72 ex C listening 31_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-3.mp3 pg 72 ex D role play ]]> 20191016-1947 Talking about the past, present and future expectations with 'supposed to' active grammar active textbook pg 73 ex G be supposed to pg 73 ex H speaking ]]> 2 Discussion active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Are you supposed to obey corporate rules to the letter? ✓ code of ethics ✓ labour code Were you ever supposed to follow a code of conduct that was not in the corporate policy? ✓ double standards ✓ you are supposed to finish work at 6pm but you leave your office at 7-8pm ✓ you are not supposed to have to read company e-mails at week-ends Is there any company rule you are not supposed to ignore? ✓ no smoking areas ✓ you can't accept gifts from suppliers 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You've spilt coffee on the seat of your colleague's company car, and then crashed it into a wall. Apologise, then offer to make up for your mistake. There's something I need to tell you... I'm sorry I knocked over my coffee on the driver's seat. My mistake. Sorry about that. I'm really sorry if I've offended you. Please accept my apologies. I can't tell you how sorry I am. It won't happen again. But there's one more thing... I feel terrible. I didn't mean to hurt you. Is there anything I can do? At least let me clean up some of this mess. Please, let me help you out. Weren't you supposed to go on a business trip next week? Pretend not to be worried & keep calm. The company car was being serviced last week, it was your personal car you lent to your colleague. You hope the company insurance will pay for the damage. Accept the apology, ask for details of what happened, then move on from the apology. What is it? Is something wrong? You're not supposed to drink coffee while driving! It's nothing, really. Really, it's not a problem. It's not your fault. No harm done. It's fine. Don't worry about it. Forget about it. Now, where were we? I was supposed to go on holiday next week... to bow /'bau/ = to move your head or the top half of your body forwards and downwards as a sign of respect or as a greeting pointer (informal) = piece of advice stereotype = fixed idea or image that many people have of a particular type of person or thing, but which is often not true in reality cliché /ˈkliːʃeɪ/ = element of an artistic work, saying, or idea that has become overused to the point of losing its original meaning or effect, even to the point of being trite or irritating harm = damage or injury that is caused by a person or an event less or more more or less prepared for by the company By In the end it was true You are not supposed to not eat here You should rest keep the gift for a corporate party I 'm really apologise I have had a driving licence for only 6 months ]]> 20210629 15:00-16:20 2 active Special occasions By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 6 lessons 1+2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> Efekta General English B1.3 B1.3 Unit 6 Good behaviour 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Do you find meeting people for the first time difficult? How do you break the ice? ✓ ask how's business in their industry ✓ how do they find the presentation / seminar / workshop to break the ice = to overcome the first difficulties in starting a conversation, getting a party going, or making an acquaintance Have you got any hints to begin a conversation? ✓ find common ground ✓ show interest in your interlocutor's region / area → ask follow up questions How do you end a conversation that is boring? ✓ introduce your interlocutor to someone else ✓ offer to speak about another topic pretext = (for sth / for doing sth) | ~ (to do sth) a false reason that you give for doing sth, usually sth bad, in order to hide the real reason; an excuse active textbook Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Unit 6 Good behaviour EFEKTA-GE-B1.3_U6_Final_65-76.pdf Lesson 1 English Town Unit 6 lesson 1 english-town_general_english_level-09_unit-6_lesson_1.mp4 T / Cl What would you tell your host if you spilt red wine on their wine sofa? (...) How would you react if your guest spilt some drinks on your carpet? (...) Would you lose your temper? (...) Communication pg 66 ex A listening 27_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 T / Cl How do you feel about talking to people with bad manners? Do you tell them off? (...) pg 66 ex B C listening 28_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 T / Cl Have you ever been in a situation when your guests wouldn't leave? (...) What is more important: [have good table manners | eat and drink what you are given]? (...) pg 66 ex D listening 29_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 pg 66 ex E speaking ]]> 2 Discussion active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Is it impolite to ask for certain things at work (e.g. a better place close to the window)? Do you use foul language at work? foul = including rude words and swearing; very unpleasant; very bad What do you think of people who swear all the time? ✓ in some corporate cultures it can be seen as a sign of commitment to business objectives to swear (at sb/sth) = to use rude or offensive language, usually because you are angry active textbook pg 67 ex H I speaking ]]> 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language. You are at a conference. You don't know anybody. Pretend to recognise someone from your university you haven't seen for many years, then apologise. Try to break the ice. Long time no see! I haven't seen you for ages. It's been too long. Great to see you again! I'm so happy you're here. How do you find the seminar? You are surprised because you are sure you don't know this person. Be polite, show good manners. You find the conversation rather boring. Try to change topics. In the end, find a pretext to end the conversation. I think this must be a mistake. No worries. Easily done. I'm afraid this is a very gross misunderstanding. How interesting! Really? gross /ɡrəus/ = very obvious and unacceptable; very unpleasant; very rude to shove = to push along, aside, or away, in a careless or rude manner elbow = joint between the upper and lower parts of the arm where it bends in the middle selfish = caring only about yourself rather than about other people to break the ice = to overcome the first difficulties in starting a conversation, getting a party going, or making an acquaintance pretext = (for sth / for doing sth) | ~ (to do sth) a false reason that you give for doing sth, usually sth bad, in order to hide the real reason; an excuse foul = including rude words and swearing; very unpleasant; very bad to swear (at sb/sth) = to use rude or offensive language, usually because you are angry you're finding do you find the meeting? I'm interesting interested in what they say I should to leave you I don't say nothing anything When I will be am 70 maybe I will ask People should enjoy of the life They don't want waiting to wait ]]> uncomfortable /ʌnˈkʌmf(ə)təbl/ 20210622 15:00-16:20 2 active The happiness formula By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 6 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 6 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson Speak Out Upper Intermediate The happiness formula speak_out_upper_intermediate_students_book_pg28-9_the_happiness_formula.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> Speak Out B2 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Do you occasionally feel stuck on a treadmill? ✓ lack of time for personal development treadmill = work or a way of life that is boring or tiring because it involves always doing the same things Is the rat race stronger in your industry than somewhere else, or the opposite? ✓ depends on corporate culture rat race = exhausting routine that leaves no time for relaxation Can economic growth and being wealthy make people happy? 〆apparently not, it's just a step wealthy = rich; having a lot of money, possessions, etc If you want to be happy, do you want to make a career & earn more money, or do you want to work less? ✓ need work to have some minimum welfare ✓ may enjoy work 〆couldn't be a couch potato couch potato = (informal, disapproving) a person who spends a lot of time sitting and watching television Are you motivated to work to be more eco-friendly and buy more ethical goods? ✓ believe in slowing down ✓ consider down-shifting downshifting = trend where individuals adapt simpler lives from what critics call the "rat race" active textbook pg 28 ex 1 DVD preview pg 28 ex 2 reading The happiness formula Lexical material: Failure of consumerism to deliver happiness BBC The happiness formula pg 28 ex 3 A DVD view T / Cl Do you actually consume everything you purchase? (...) pg 28 ex 3 B C DVD view T / Cl How can we convince people to change the way they live? (...) Lexical material: Rat race, stuck on a treadmill pg 28 ex 3 D speaking ]]> rat race = exhausting routine that leaves no time for relaxation treadmill = exercise machine that has a moving surface that you can walk or run on while remaining in the same place; work or a way of life that is boring or tiring because it involves always doing the same things e.g. I'd like to escape the office treadmill possession = something that you own or have with you at a particular time consumerism = (sometimes disapproving) buying and using of goods and services; the belief that it is good for a society or an individual person to buy and use a large quantity of goods and services to diminish = to reduce leisure = time that is spent doing what you enjoy when you are not working or studying suspect = that may be false and that cannot be relied on wealthy = rich; having a lot of money, possessions, etc couch potato = (informal, disapproving) a person who spends a lot of time sitting and watching television downshifting = trend where individuals adapt simpler lives from what critics call the "rat race". The long-term effect of downshifting can include an escape from what has been described as economic materialism, as well as reduce the "stress and psychological expense that may accompany economic materialism" to do Companies obligate are obliged to do vaccinate (at least 60% of staff) It depends of on the region ]]> 20210617 13:00-14:20 2 active Asking for help & directions By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 6 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 6 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Quarterly test Review the following: Grammar: in order to vs so that, cleft sentences, as soon as, until, before, while, after, for... to..., getting used to Lexical material: cooking food, sales tools, sales pitch, elevator pitch, supporting someone's opinion, politely interrupting Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> quarterly_test_leroyind138_20210617.xml Quarterly test active quarterly_test active textbook Quarterly test results In order to vs so that, but, as a result Cleft sentences Cooking Negotiations Total 90% ]]> 3 Speaking active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Have you ever got lost in a new city? ✓ usually because of the language How would you find your way without a Satnav? ✓ use a map ✓ ask for directions Satnav = satellite navigator using GPS coordinates to show directions What is your favourite means of transport to visit a historic town? 4 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. You've arrived in a new city. Your plane was late. You have to check in at your hotel and then hurry up to the Rockefeller conference centre. According to your Satnav there seems to be heavy traffic jams. Ask a taxi driver for directions. Can you tell me how to get to...? Do you know the address? I'm trying to get to... You are an experienced taxi driver. You think you are smarter than Google maps, Yandex navigator, and similar Satnav sofware. Give recommendations. No problem, but I can take you there too. I know shortcuts which Google doesn't know of! I can direct you. Take the (...) line to (station). Then walk four blocks east. on the other side of... facing... diagonally across from... on the corner side of... between... and 5 Office tour active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. How was your 1st day at work? mentor = experienced person who advises and helps sb with less experience over a period of time Did you have a tour of the office? What were your 1st impressions? to show around = to act as a host or guide to someone; to show newly arrived people or strangers what's what and where How would you prepare someone's induction | onboarding process? ✓ use a check list induction | onboarding = process of introducing sb to a new job, skill, organization, etc 6 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. It's your first day in your new office. You are a little lost. Ask for help. This is my first day in the office. I am a little lost. I had some trouble getting into the building. They didn't have my name at security. That would be great. Thank you so much. Ah, this area looks very nice. This area looks a little bit crowded. There's no coffee machine in the kitchen? Thanks for taking the time to give me a tour. I can't thank you enough for all your help. You see a new colleague near the kitchen. Offer to give him/her a tour of the office. Is there anything I can help you with? You look a bit lost. My manager mentioned we'd be getting a new team member. How would you feel about a quick tour of the office? My pleasure. Don't mention it. It wasn't that long ago that I was new here myself. You'll probably sit somewhere in this section. The bathrooms closest to your area... You'll probably be in this area. 7 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. You are talking on the phone with a woman about her apartment and the possibility of becoming a room-mate I'm calling about the room-mate ad you posted. No, that sounds good. Go ahead. I work as ... in ... That's what I was hoping for. I'm a bit of a workaholic. I don't socialize much. That sounds like a great idea! You need a room-mate to share costs of utilities. Ask questions to a prospective room-mate. You are rather tight-fisted. Do you mind if I ask you a few questions? What do you do for a living? Are you comfortable with splitting the rent and utilities? How would you describe yourself? You and I sound like a good match. Let's meet face to face. shortcut = route shorter than the usual one mentor = experienced person who advises and helps sb with less experience over a period of time to show around = to act as a host or guide to someone; to show newly arrived people or strangers what's what and where induction | onboarding = process of introducing sb to a new job, skill, organization, etc rent = amount of money that you regularly pay so that you can use a house utilities = service provided for the public, for example an electricity, water or gas supply tight-fisted = not willing to spend or give much money One time Once I been was | got lost in a shopping centre I don't didn't know the letter alphabet It's not so far from there here If I good understand well You should across cross the street I was the only one woman in the office ...a small book about where I should to go It's really good well organised It's important to understand who is the person (that ) they can ask a question to Do you mind if I ask you a few questions?Yes, of course No, I don't ]]> stressed /s'trest/ 20210615 15:00-16:20 2 active Moving to a new city By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 5 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 5 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Quarterly test 20210617 Review the following: Grammar: in order to vs so that, cleft sentences, as soon as, until, before, while, after, for... to..., getting used to Lexical material: cooking food, sales tools, sales pitch, elevator pitch, supporting someone's opinion, politely interrupting Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> wip grammar ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Where would you like to live? In what city? ✓ in a south-Mediterranean location residential area, town centre, quality of life What are the advantages & disadvantages of living in a historic city? ✓ public transport 〆expensive housing 〆many tourists get by without a car? Would you like the lifestyle of a city bustling with tourism? 〆noisy nightlife 〆no parking spaces bustling = full of people moving about in a busy way 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Your company is transferring you to another town, in another country. Ask a colleague for information. So what is it like? What are the best areas for renting apartments? Where is the office located? I can't imagine life without... Sounds like there's a very good quality of life. I'm so relieved to hear that. That sounds reasonable. I'm open to anything. You know the town where your colleague will be transferred because you lived a few years. You really loved it | absolutely hated it. Explain why. Answer your colleague's questions. It's an incredible city. It's right in the centre of things. There are museums and a symphony. You can easily get by without a car. Housing is so expensive. You'll need a room-mate. You should look in the north, where it's cheaper. disadvantage = negative aspect to seek = to look for prospective = potential; expected to do sth or to become sth workaholic = person addicted to work bustling = full of people moving about in a busy way wasn't haven't been there for 2 years I believe in you The product is up on the top shelf I want to get up climb (on) a ladder I'm agree with you If I know knew I will would be lived living there His creation (architecture | architectural pieces) was impression impressive What you should to do for the people after you I hear heard about that and I'm really interesting interested I should to think about this ]]> 20210603 13:00-14:20 2 active Following rules By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 4 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 4 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Rescheduled from previous lesson Optional homework Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. English Grammar in Use - Intermediate by Murphy, Cambridge University Press Complete exercises Unit 18 Used to pg 36 Unit 36 Would section C only pg 72 Additional exercises pg 307 ex 9 Past continuous - used to - would Check your answers with the key at the end of the file pg 368 key english_grammar_in_use_intermediate_3rd_ed_murphy_cambridge_unit18-36_used_to_would_additional_exercises_w_key.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Are you a law-abiding citizen? ✓ observe speed limits law-abiding = obeying and respecting the law When do people usually break the law? Why? ✓ when they can't create their own ✓ to save time ✓ violating the law is often considered a sport (e.g. tax evasion) Are rules in Russia more or less strict than in other countries? Why? 〆perhaps less strict because of corruption 〆limited freedom of expression policed state = a country strongly regulated by laws for the maintenance of peace and order active textbook pg 42 ex D speaking Grammar: In order to vs so that pg 43 ex D grammar pg 43 ex H speaking T / Cl What dangers are there in your job? ✓ dangerous machinery (...) pg 44 ex B C D listening 18_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 19_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 T / Cl Have you ever had a workplace injury? (...) pg 45 ex F speaking T / Cl What is important for you: air conditioning, natural light or a quiet environment? (...) pg 45 ex G speaking pg 45 ex H role play ]]> 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. A staff member is doing something dangerous in the kitchen. Tell them it is not allowed. Be helpful and polite. Explain some of the rules and regulations. Bring a rule or regulation to partner's attention: It's been brought to my attention that you've been... Did you not receive the new rules? There's now a regulation against It's a new city law. Express strong obligations and what is not allowed: You must follow... You mustn't... Turn down requests politely: I'm sorry, but that's the law. I'm afraid that's just not possible. I'm sorry, but that's not allowed. I'd really like to help you, but I don't make the rules. Unfortunately... Giving reasons: It's due to safety concerns. Everyone must follow the rules. You are showing some colleagues in the kitchen how you can... (something dangerous). You are interrupted by a senior employee. Argue that it won't take long, you are being very careful... Enquire why it's forbidden. Finally, apologise. Is there any way that we can just finish...? I'm sorry. I'd like to apologise for the trouble we've caused. It won't happen again, I promise. Thank you for your time. 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. You have injured yourself but you don't want others to make a fuss and help you. Don't worry. I'm fine. It's not that serious. I don't need to see a doctor. Honestly, I can take care of myself. I suppose you're right. You've scared me! You are very serious about rules and safety at the workplace. Insist your colleague sees a GP (general practitioner). Oh dear! Is this blood? What happened? It's company policy that you go to the emergency room. I really must insist that you see a doctor. Don't be foolish. You have to take care of that. Don't be silly. You have to find out what's wrong. It could be serious. Let's not take any chances. It's better to be safe than sorry. wip grammar fuss = unnecessary excitement, worry or activity; anger or complaints about sth, especially sth that is not important splinter = small thin sharp piece of wood, metal, glass, etc. that has broken off a larger piece first aid kit = collection of supplies and equipment (bandages, antiseptic...) that is used to give medical treatment sticking plaster = material that can be stuck to the skin to protect a small wound or cut GP | general practitioner = doctor who is trained in general medicine and who works in the local community, not in a hospital It's better to be safe than sorry = it is better to be careful now so that problems do not occur later on, or do something you may later regret law-abiding = obeying and respecting the law policed state = a country strongly regulated by laws for the maintenance of peace and order to on the people They try to don't not to talk The times of times From time to time it's the same problems It's possible to do switch off You should do take the test to start the work I don't learn haven't learnt grammar before I don't learn haven't ever learnt grammar before in my life In order not to break the law, the company posted safety rules My friend stopped smoking so that in order notto harm his health I use it in the order not to be depends of dependent on electricity (the mains) In order not to be obligatory obliged to count... In order to not to slipping slip on ice I try... I know a GP doctor I know a GP doctor You shouldn't waiting (have to) wait for the visit appointment ]]> 20210525 15:00-16:20 2 active Describing what you are being used to vs getting used to vs what you will have achieved By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 3 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 3 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Efekta General English B1.3 Unit 2 Stages of life pg 21 ex G H grammar EFEKTA-GE-B1.3_U2_Final_17-28.pdf Optional homework Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. English Grammar in Use - Intermediate by Murphy, Cambridge University Press Complete exercises Unit 18 Used to pg 36 Unit 36 Would section C only pg 72 Additional exercises pg 307 ex 9 Past continuous - used to - would Check your answers with the key at the end of the file pg 368 key english_grammar_in_use_intermediate_3rd_ed_murphy_cambridge_unit18-36_used_to_would_additional_exercises_w_key.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> Efekta General English B1.3 Unit 2 Stage of life 1 Changing lifestyles active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Do you like your life in the city? to be on the go all day, to grab fast food How has your lifestyle changed? ✓ getting harder and harder to make time for myself more difficult to stay in touch with How do you eat these days? grabbing fast food on the way home rather than eating properly How do you chill out these days? used to have more time for hobbies Would you mind a change in your carer path or would you rather keep doing the same thing? to stay in the same industry active textbook 2 Midlife crises active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Practise 'Be / get used to' What is your motivation to migrate? Is it a midlife crisis? When you first began work in this company, did you feel like a toddler? Do you worry about your age? Do you believe in kidult? active textbook 20210506-0027 Future simple, future continuous, future perfect active grammar Which action is 'in progress'? ✓ (4~5) I will be travelling next week = future continuous Which action is a 'point in time'? ✓ (4.5) I will visit the customer (on Tuesday) = future simple Which action will be completed by a certain time? ✓ (5) I will have signed the contract = future perfect ]]> 3 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language (future perfect). You are used to making changes in your lifestyle and career. Argue what your future will be like. You are optimistic. You believe you will have achieved much by 2050. Expressing certainty: I'm completely comfortable with it. I'm absolutely sure it's the right thing. Definitely. I'm positive. ✓ I will have bought... ✓ I wouldn't mind a change in your carer path because... ✓ (not) to stay in the same industry You are going through a mid-life crisis. You are pessimistic because you can't get used to changes. You believe your lifestyle will have got worse by 2050. Argue what your future will be like. Expressing doubt: Sometimes I wonder about my career choice. I doubt that it's right for me. Are you sure? 〆I won't have had... 〆I would you rather keep doing the same thing 〆getting harder and harder to make time for myself 〆to be on the go all day, to grab fast food 〆more difficult to stay in touch with brunch = breakfast + lunch to grab = to have or take sth quickly, especially because you are in a hurry e.g. a sandwich to make time for = to find a moment for on the go = (of a person) very busy and active to chill out = to relax to look forward to = to expect with hope or pleasure trait /treɪ/ = particular quality in your personality kidult = adult who behaves like a kid midlife crisis (to go through a ~) = feelings of worry, disappointment or lack of confidence that a person may feel in the middle part of their life to age = to get old infant = baby or very young child toddler = child who has only just began to walk to my apartment I can don't can't eat a lot during the day My mind is chilled I can chill out during the week end Somebody said told me I can be a consultant In 10 years I would like to do it like a big on a greater scale They are really good well organised I don't invest haven't invested enough for the in training for myself (OR in self development) I was really boring bored at school When we came at went | came to Russia I will have find found a school for my son after... I do what I like it I feel caught trapped ]]> 20210520 13:00-14:20 2 active Looking at stages of life By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 3 lessons 1+2 Complete Unit 3 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. http://www.ictnle.com/mindmaps/used_to_would_mindmap.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. Are you happy with your work-life balance? family, self-development Do you sometimes wonder about your career choices? to have (no) regrets about sth Who did you want to become when you were younger? What do you think is the best age to be? Why? What would you say to someone worried about approaching his or her 50th birthday? Why? active textbook English Town Unit 2 lesson 1 english-town_general_english_level-09_unit-2_lesson_2.mp4 60hr / wk career choices T / Cl Do you find your job rewarding? (...) pg 20 ex E vocab T / Cl Are you worried you are not earning enough money for your age? (...) Do you think your happiest years still lie ahead? (...) ]]> 20210519-0926 Be / Get used to active grammar http://www.ictnle.com/mindmaps/used_to_would_mindmap.pdf ]]> active textbook --> pg 21 ex I listening 07_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 ]]> ahead = further forward in space or time; in front rewarding = worth doing; that makes you happy because you think it is useful or important; satisfying compensation = things that make a bad situation better; something, especially money, that sb gives you because they have hurt you, or damaged sth that you own overtime = time that you spend working at your job after you have worked the normal hours time off = time period when you are not required to work of 7 or 8 I wanted to... Whole All my life I could do... After that I was coming in came to Russia A lot of sth new things The situation has changed and we don't won't open (any shop) there ]]> crisis (sing) /ˈkraɪsɪs/ crises (plu) /'kraisi:z/ 20210513 13:00-14:20 2 active Making proposals, offers and counter-offers, closing the deal By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 2 lessons 3+4 Attend the on-line conversation class after lesson 2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. EF Business English Book 1 - Efekta System, Hult Unit 26 ef_business_english_student_book_1_efekta_Unit_26.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png active edit_ol_qa edit_text_for_reading_task textbook Discuss in groups the following questions. What are the most challenging negotiations you've ever had? ✓ reaching a win/win solution ✓ haggling because you have only a limited budget ✓ stalling for time because you need approval from your hierarchy ✓ turning down a good, but expensive, offer (...) coming from different cultures What features does a good negotiator need? ✓ experience ✓ diplomacy ✓ credibility, reputation ✓ trustworthiness ✓ empathy, charisma (or at least being likeable) (...) stress resistance How do you explore positions? ✓ ask tentative questions 'What if...?' ✓ use question tags 'You would like a discount, wouldn't you?' ✓ use negative questions 'Don't you want to pay less for more?' 2 Getting to 'Yes' active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Answer the following questions. How do you get people to agree in a negotiation? ✓ start with easy points common negotiation strategies How do you separate people from the problem? ✓ use 'we, your company' instead of 'I, you' How do you focus on interests, and not positions? ✓ restate goals ✓ talk about the future rather thanb the present What common options can you invent for mutual gain? ✓ draw a futures contract ✓ guarantee a volume How do you insist on using objective criteria? ✓ refer to ISO standards ✓ demand regular auditing of suppliers active textbook EF Business English Book 1 - Efekta System, Hult Unit 24 Selling a product Lexical material: Sales tools T / Cl What techniques or tools can you use to sell a product / convince somebody to agree with you? 〆 a Powerpoint presentation is not enough any more ✓ ask bloggers to review your product ✓ provide samples to try (...) pg 67 ex B vocab set for homework pg 67 ex C vocab pg 67 ex D speaking Functional language: Sales pitch pg 68 ex E listening ef_business_english_efekta_hult_book1_unit_24.mp3 pg 69 ex H listening ef_business_english_efekta_hult_book1_unit_24.mp3 pg 69 ex I speaking → give a sales pitch Functional language: Structure of an elevator pitch self-introduction hook rhetorical question name of the company target customer & needs brief description main benefits differences from competition usp unique selling point(s) request anticipated questions ]]> 3 Preparing a sales pitch active prep_contents You are going to give a sales pitch. Choose a product and prepare a short presentation. 4 Role play role_play active Recycle new expressions and language. You are negotiating a contract. You want to make an offer and close the deal today. Recap the final proposal and discuss the next steps (e.g. payment and delivery). Offers and proposals: Let's look at your preliminary offer. I propose that you don't buy... but instead... Making a counteroffer: So I have a counteroffer for you. What would you say if I offered it to you for six hundred dollars? Would you agree to making this a partly non-cash transaction? (...) You are a difficult customer. Make a few counter-offers. Demand some concessions. Finally, accept the deal. Exploring solutions: What do you propose? What do you mean by...? What have you got in mind? Rejecting an offer: I'm afraid that a bulk discount is out of the question. I'm really sorry, but we can't offer a discount on only fifty computers. There's just no way we can pay the full price. Delaying: I can't confirm this today. I'll have to check with my boss. I'll need to meet with my boss also. And I want more information from you two. Why don't we meet later this week and finalize this? If your delivery is late, will I get a discount? What if the product is faulty? Do I get a refund? (...) 5 Role play role_play active Recycle new expressions and language. You want your partner to approve a very expensive project. You have to think big if you want to succeed. Negotiate terms of the agreement. Don't put all your cards on the table right from the start. → you want to turn trumps = do what is necessary to make a particular situation successful → keep an ace up your sleeve ✓ set objectives ✓ explore positions (→ active listening) ✓ establish common goals ✓ make an offer ✓ use 'if' + 2nd conditional ✓ make concessions & compromise ✓ review, double-check you understand ✓ accept the deal ✓ reach an agreement ✓ follow up the deal ✓ keep the conversation open You have already committed yourself to 3 projects this month. Human resources are expensive. You believe this project is too big. You have a limited budget. Demand concessions. I'll go along with... ✓ disagree with some objectives 〆stall for time and/or defer decision 〆 refuse a few offers ✓ use 'if' + 1st conditional 〆don't compromise → demand concessions ✓ reach an agreement ✓ follow up the deal service plan = contract to purchasers of products for an additional fee. invoice = list of goods that have been sold, work that has been done etc., showing what you must pay spare parts = pieces of a machine or structure needed as a replacement in case they break down labour = work deadlock = complete failure to reach agreement or settle a dispute tip = suggestion or piece of advice feature = something that the product has or is capable of doing because it has the particular parts to close sale = to conclude a sales conversation / presentation by encouraging the client to make a final decision to buy the product to persuade /pə:'sweid/ sb (into sth / into doing sth) = to make sb do sth by giving them good reasons for doing it to defer = to delay sth until a later time; to postpone to stall ~ (on / over sth) = to try to avoid doing sth or answering a question so that you have more time; to make sb wait so that you have more time to do sth to consult sb (about sth) = to go to sb for information or advice ace = playing card with a large single symbol on it, which has either the highest or the lowest value in a particular card game e.g. the ace of spades / hearts / diamonds / clubs ace up your sleeve (BrE) (AmE an ace in the hole) = (informal) secret advantage, for example a piece of information or a skill, that you are ready to use if you need to trump card = (in some card games) card that belongs to the suit (is one of the four sets in a pack/deck of cards) that has been chosen for a particular game to have a higher value than the other three suits to come up / turn up trumps = to do what is necessary to make a particular situation successful, especially when this is sudden or unexpected to trump = to beat sth that sb says or does by saying or doing sth even better, e.g. They were trumped by another firm that made a lower bid ROI = return on investment to turn down = to refuse forklift = автопогрузчик by myself till up to 10 million roubles You need to know the objectives of the other side partner | counterpart If I'm not feared afraid that... If I'm not feared fear that... It's faster to do get | have | gain trust It's depend of depends on the negotiation If I good understand your solution well It has the largest memory It comes in a lot range of colours to suit every taste ]]> calm /'kɔm/ 20210506 13:00-14:20 2 active Negotiating By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Complete Unit 2 lessons 1+2 Attend the on-line conversation class after lesson 2

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Efekta General English B1.3 Unit 1 Dining in pg 11 ex I grammar (as soon as, until, before, after, while, for... to) EFEKTA-GE-B1.3_U1_05-16.pdf Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. EF Business English Book 1 - Efekta System, Hult Unit 26 Basic bargaining & negotiation skills ef_business_english_student_book_1_efekta_Unit_26.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:20 or 15:00-16:20 Thursday 13:00-14:20 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Lead in pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png active edit_ol_qa edit_text_for_reading_task textbook Answer the following questions. How do you begin a negotiation? ✓ lay out your opening position ✓ explore your partner's needs (...) explore What are the most common obstacles to negotiations? 〆price 〆lack of flexibility 〆lacking adequate prep 〆not understanding each other's position 〆taking a discount for granted (...) emotions, expectations When are concessions difficult to make? ✓ if partners are not ready for discussion (e.g. they don't know what they need & change their opinion) ✓ when the decision must be postponed | deferred ✓ when you haven't planned well enough ✓ when you are asking too much in compensation (...) 2 Negotiation techniques pix/icons8-dictionary-100_white.png active edit_text_for_reading_task Match the techniques with their definitions Find what you have in common = setting out common goals Delay = deferring a decision Make sb believe that you will do sth that you do not really intend to do = bluffing Agree to getting less to conclude the deal = making a compromise Allow sb to have sth, in order to end an argument or to make a situation less difficult = making concessions Avoid insulting the other partner = being diplomatic Make sure all parties are satisfied with the outcome = reaching a win-win solution 20210505-1924 Negotiation stages active decks deck_of_phrases_negotiation_stages.csv active textbook ]]> 20200417-2057 Zero, first conditional (real situations) active grammar 20190618-0937 Real conditionals active decks deck_of_phrases_conditionals_0-1.csv active textbook ]]> 3 Role play role_play active Recycle new expressions and language. You want to sell some new computers to a loyal customer. Lay out your opening position. Express future possibilities. Answer your customer's queries. Negotiate terms of the agreement. Let me begin by saying... To begin with... As I told you in my email, we need... I'm confident that we can work something out. I expect that... I anticipate that... You can foresee... Yes, it includes... It covers... It doesn't include... ✓ set objectives ✓ explore positions (→ active listening) ✓ establish common goals ✓ make an offer ✓ use 'if' + 1st conditional ✓ make concessions & compromise ✓ accept the deal ✓ reach an agreement ✓ follow up the deal ✓ try to get repeat-business You have already paid for a new database this year. You have a limited budget. State your position. Clarify some points. Demand concessions. You have to understand that we have some limitations. Could you clarify one point for me? I'm not sure that I fully understand your point. What exactly do you mean by...? Could you be more specific? Are you saying... So what you're saying is... ✓ disagree with some objectives 〆stall for time and/or defer decision 〆 refuse a few offers ✓ use 'if' + 1st conditional 〆don't compromise → demand concessions ✓ review, double-check you understand ✓ reach an agreement durable = likely to last for a long time without breaking or getting weaker powerful = having great power or force; very effective high-speed = that travels, works or happens very fast affordable = to have enough money or time to be able to buy or to do sth state of the art = using the most modern or advanced techniques or methods; as good as it can be at the present time cutting edge = latest or most advanced technology sophisticated = elegant and refined to find common ground = to agree with someone about something, especially when you do not agree about other things bargain = thing bought for less than the usual price; (with sb) an agreement between two or more people or groups, to do sth for each other to defer = to delay sth until a later time; to postpone to stall ~ (on / over sth) = to try to avoid doing sth or answering a question so that you have more time; to make sb wait so that you have more time to do sth versatile = having a variety of skills or abilities query /'kwi:ri:/ = question, especially one asking for information or expressing a doubt about sth do you want If they have the same themes topics | subject-matters | issues at stake There’s always a chance of find finding common ground I live near to the airport I should discussion discuss with my boss I have a great deal (offer) to do for you You are not obligatory obliged to take a decision If I good remember well | If I'm not mistaken Your staff can be more productivity at the same time It's depend of depends on the quantity you can order We can take have | schedule a meeting next week What they should to do with the old one ]]> 20210429 13:00-14:20 2 active Making polite dinner conversation By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 Attend the on-line conversation class after lesson 2 Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Efekta General English B1.3 Unit 1 Dining in EFEKTA-GE-B1.3_U1_05-16.pdf Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:00 or 15:00-16:00 Thursday 13:30-14:30 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> Review new vocab with space repetition software. Check in the right column (or use the link below): inc_cci_course_admin/how_to_use_srs.inc active textbook 1 Dishes for a dinner party active edit_2columns_2qa You are going to host a dinner party. Brainstorm dishes you could make. Appetizers Soups Salads Main courses Desserts Cobb Salad olives Spanish ham vegetables on a toothpick peanuts crisps tapas nachos Cabbage soup tomato soup T-bone steak grilled meat Chili Con Carne roasted chicken risotto with shrimps Shortbread Cookies fruit salad crème brulee cheesecake brownie sundae pudding tart espresso cappuccino 2 Role play role_play active Recycle new expressions and language. Describe what you felt during your dinner at a particular time (for from to until when by the time while as soon as) As soon as I saw the meat I knew it was not medium rare. By the time the potatoes arrived my burger was cold.]]> You are in a restaurant. You have really enjoyed the food except the dessert, but you change your mind and politely agree with your partner. What a fantastic dinner! My mouth was watering when I saw the meat. Oh dear, I'm sorry to hear that. I know exactly what you mean. I couldn't agree more. I was just about to say the same thing. I'm totally with you. I couldn't have said it better myself. You are in a restaurant. You found the food and service disappointing. You only liked the starter. Disagree politely with your partner. I was so hungry while waiting that I ate all the bread! The pasta I was served had been simmering too long! The chef must have forgotten to season the soup! Excuse me. May I say something? I'm sorry to interrupt. I'd like to add something. That reminds me. to stir /'stə:/ = to move a liquid or substance around, using a spoon or sth similar, in order to mix it thoroughly clove = one of the small separate sections of a bulb (the round underground part) of garlic to knead = to press and stretch DOUGH, wet clay, etc. with your hands to make it ready to use; to rub and squeeze muscles, etc. especially to relax them or to make them less painful to simmer = to cook sth by keeping it almost at boiling point; to be cooked in this way shrimp = small shellfish that can be eaten, like a PRAWN but smaller Panna cotta = (Italian for "cooked cream") Italian dessert of sweetened cream thickened with gelatin and moulded to stew = to cook sth slowly, or allow sth to cook slowly, in liquid in a closed dish to scramble = to cook an egg by mixing the white and yellow parts together and heating them, sometimes with milk and butter mouth-watering = when food looks or smells so good that you want to eat it immediately of on the kind of soup If I good understand well It's depend depends By the time that While we were waiting we had a lot of time to speak It was not medium rare also either ... a cup glass of wine ]]> vegetable /'vedʒtəbəl/ salt /'sɔ:lt/ pepper /'pepə:/ cucumber /'kju:kʌmbə/ 20210420 15:00-16:00 1.5 active Ordering a meal By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 Level 9 1) Complete Unit 1 lessons 1+2 2) Attend the on-line conversation class after lesson 2 3) Complete Unit 1 lessons 3+4 (if time available)

Send a screenshot of the 'Unit overview - passed / 100%' duncanpotter@yandex.ru Available time slots Tuesday 13:00-14:00 or 15:00-16:00 Thursday 13:30-14:30 → Book 2 days in advance by e-mail duncanpotter@yandex.ru Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 1 Warmer pix/icons8-cafe-100_white.png pix/icons8-dictionary-100_white.png pix/icons8-reading-100_white.png pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png pix/icons8-theatre-mask-100_white.png active edit_ol_qa edit_text_for_reading_task prep_ol_qa role_play textbook Answer the following questions. Do you enjoy eating? Don't you ever feel guilty? How often do you cook for pleasure? What does it depend on? Are you keen on eating out? How often do you? Where do you go? What is your favourite dish? What are the ingredients? Have you got a sweet tooth? wip textbook Efekta General English B1.3 pg 8 ex B C listening 04_ef_general_english_ef_ekta_b1-1.mp3 re-download from cloud ]]> 2 Vocab pix/icons8-dictionary-100_white.png pix/icons8-reading-100_white.png pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png pix/icons8-theatre-mask-100_white.png active edit_2columns_2qa edit_ol_qa edit_text_for_reading_task prep_ol_qa role_play textbook Match the following expressions with their definitions. Build a sentence. to dice to grate to peel to slice to chop an onion cheese carrots a banana bread to dice carrots, cheese to grate cheese, carrots to peel a banana, an onion to slice bread, an onion to chop an onion, carrots 3 Vocab pix/icons8-dictionary-100_white.png pix/icons8-reading-100_white.png pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png pix/icons8-theatre-mask-100_white.png active edit_2columns_2qa edit_ol_qa edit_text_for_reading_task prep_ol_qa role_play textbook Match the following expressions with their definitions. Build a sentence. low-carb organic local vegetarian low-fat vegan naturally grown eats no meat, fish, dairy or eggs contains little fat doesn't eat meat or fish produced nearby contains few carbohydrates low-carb = contains few carbohydrates organic = naturally grown local = produced nearby vegetarian = doesn't eat meat or fish low-fat = contains little fat vegan = eats no meat, fish, dairy or eggs 4 To be or not to be vegan? pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png wip edit_ol_qa Answer the following questions. Have you ever been on diet? Why / Why not? Do you know anyone who is a vegan? vegan /ˈviːɡən/ = person who does not eat any animal products such as meat, milk or eggs Vegan gardening and stock-free farming methods use no animal products or by-products, such as bloodmeal, fish products, bone meal, feces, or other animal-origin matter, because the production of these materials is viewed as either harming animals directly, or being associated with the exploitation and consequent suffering of animals (src: Wikipedia) 20210226-0940 Too vs either active grammar 5 Role play role_play active Recycle new expressions and language. You are in a restaurant. Ask questions about the menu. Place an order. What's on the menu today? Have you got any...? Are the oysters fresh? Yes. I'll have the steak, please. Rare | medium rare | Well-done, please. What is it served with? Um, chips (BrEn) | French fries (AmEn), please. I'll get some extra side dish. What does it come with? Blue cheese, please. A glass of iced tea, please. That's all, thank you. You are a waiter. Answer questions. Make recommendations. Take the order. Are you ready to order? Do you want an appetizer or just a main course? What kind of dressing would you like? The salad has a choice of three dressings. The chicken is served with rice and green beans. How would you like your steak? Baked potato or fries with that? Would like any sauce? (ketchup, mustard) For dessert, there's tiramisu or lemon sorbet. The apple pie comes with vanilla ice cream. Would you like something to drink? Would you like anything else? to have a sweet tooth = to have a great weakness for sweets to dice = to cut meat, vegetables, etc. into small square pieces to grate = to rub food against a grater in order to cut it into small pieces e.g. grated apple / carrot / cheese low-carb = contains few carbohydrates local = produced nearby vegetarian = doesn't eat meat or fish low-fat = contains little fat T-bone steak = thick slice of beef containing a bone in the shape of a T asparagus = plant whose young green or white stems are cooked and eaten as a vegetable vinegar = liquid with a bitter taste made from malt (type of grain) or wine, used to add flavour to food or to preserve it vegan = eats no meat, fish, dairy or eggs veganism = practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals vegan (dietary | strict / ethical ~) = individual who refrains from consuming meat, eggs, dairy products, and any other animal-derived substances. An ethical vegan (also known as a "moral vegetarian") is someone who not only follows a vegan diet but extends the philosophy into other areas of their lives, and opposes the use of animals for any purpose to do some homework If I have a time for it (cooking) I like it ... during from Monday to Friday It's normally normal for them They often go for to eat sth together I like French kitchen cuisine Diet for less weight I don't believe OR I don't believe in a diet for losing weight I don't like to be obligatory obliged | forced to do sth very strict It's not good also either ]]> tomato /təˈmɑ:təu/ baked /'beikt/ mashed /'mæʃt/ nearby /ˈnɪəbaɪ/ 20210413 15:00-16:00 1.5 active Flipped learning By the end of this session you will have studied EF English Live https://corporate.ef.com/partner/Corp/default.aspx?z=839943 1) Complete the on-line placement test 2) Start at the level recommended by your test 3) Attend the on-line conversation class after lesson 2 EF English Live Placement test ~ 20min 1. vocab 2. listening 3. reading 4. writing - give an account of what you did at work today Zoom meeting details Meeting ID: 716 9947 1643 Passcode: 3gNxYc https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71699471643?pwd=bTI3NEpjekh1MENDWFYwcUZ1RFNwZz09 ]]> 00-0-0 active textbook background assessment AOI (area of interest) ✓ regional manager, Moscow region ✓ sales, B2C, B2B learning history ✓ C1/C2 Russian (native Polish) ✓ B2 French ✓ German at school 〆 no exams passed exposure to L2 ✓ no professional needs now ✓ only tourism ✓ company language(s): Russian, French spelling ✓ doesn't know linguistic expectations ✓ general English goals ✓ communicate with non-native speakers in Europe (perhaps next year business English?) 〆 deliver presentations 〆 conduct negotiations Number of teaching hours per level (according to ALTE - Association of Language Testers of Europe) CEF (Common European Framework) Guide, Pearson

EF - levels & exams concordances

Estimated level 20210413 speaking B1 EF level 9 ]]> active textbook T / Cl Introduction to Efekta On-line English School

T / Cl Introduction to flipped learning

T / Cl Is there anything you think is dull? 〆 bureaucracy Is there any skill which you'd like to hone? ✓ time management Is there any activity which you find mind-numbing? (...) ]]> skill (in / at sth) | ~ (in / at doing sth) = ability to do sth well 'm working work for Leroy The contract is finished finishes in 2 years I should to learn very fast It's difficult for me to get the balance of time for work reach a work life balance ... the situation when my kids are in dangerous danger It's hard to be disciplinated disciplined ... a new method for your employers employees Our method is not usually common | standard ]]> boring /ˈbɔ:rɪŋ/ worked /'wə:kt/ future By the end of this session you will have studied Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. ]]> 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png active textbook 2 active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png 2 Role play active role_play Recycle new expressions and language. Recycle new expressions and language.