Welcome to "Living in United States: English Speaking for Everyday Situations," an essential course designed specifically for beginner and intermediate English learners seeking to navigate their relocation to the United States with confidence and ease. This comprehensive program includes various topics and lessons that focus on developing your English speaking skills in real-life situations.

Course Structure:

Course Overview:
The course is thoughtfully structured to provide you with the necessary language skills and cultural insights to thrive during your first year in the USA. Each topic is carefully sequenced to build upon your previous knowledge, and all lessons are designed to enhance your ability to communicate effectively in practical scenarios.

Course Topics and Lessons:

1. Housing Search (Lessons: Inquiring About Rental Properties, What's in the neighborhood?, Addressing Issues with Landlords)

   • Objective: Master conversations related to finding and securing rental accommodations.

2. At the Bank (Lesson: Open a Bank Account)

   • Objective: Gain confidence in discussing banking needs and opening a bank account.

3. Dispute Unauthorized Purchase on Credit Card

   • Objective: Learn to handle credit card issues and disputes with clarity and confidence.

4. Utilities (Lesson: Pay the Water Bill)

   • Objective: Navigate utility payments with ease and accuracy.

5. Healthcare (Lessons: Make a Doctor's Appointment, Doctor Visit, Emergency Room)

   • Objective: Develop essential healthcare-related communication skills for various medical situations.

6. Driving (Lessons: Driver's Office, Buying a Car, Getting Car Insurance, Talking About a Car Accident, Reporting a Car Accident to Insurance, Traffic Stop for Speeding)

   • Objective: Become proficient in discussing driving-related matters, from car purchases to accident reporting.

7. Family Support (Lessons: Finding Day Care, Enroll Child in School, Communicate with Teacher, Resources for Families)

   • Objective: Strengthen your ability to interact with educational institutions and access family support services.

Culture insight: Each topic includes a lesson on American culture, providing you with valuable insights into the customs, traditions, and norms of life in the United States.

Overall Course Objective: By the end of this course, you will have developed the practical speaking skills needed to confidently communicate in everyday situations encountered during your first year in the USA. You will expand your vocabulary, practice using essential sentence frames, and refine your grammar and writing abilities. 20 animated videos and engaging exercises will enhance your learning experience, ensuring you are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities that await you as you embark on this exciting journey in a new country.