General English Course - Lower Intermediate
This course is for lower-intermediate learners who have the grammatical, vocabulary and functional proficiency to handle some common interactions in English. It will build upon basic English skills to bring the student up to a comfortable intermediate level. This course covers: - Taking part in general conversations comfortably - Asking for more details/developing a conversation (discussion and explanation) - Reading naturally/effectively - Vocabulary development through a wider range of general/common topics.
English language learners who are in the range of TOEFL 400-450/ CBT 97-133, TOEIC 600-650 and EIKEN 3-kyu
English Proficiency Level Chart
English Proficiency Level Chart
World English 2 (3/E) - Combo Split 2B with Online Workbook
Betty Kates
Betty is an experienced and passionate English language educator originally from Brisbane, Australia. After completing her Master's Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, she moved to Tokyo, where she has since spent several years teaching English across various international settings. With over 25 years of experience, Betty has taught in Brisbane, Taipei, London, and Tokyo, specializing in classes related to travel, hospitality, and cross-cultural communication.
As a supportive and dedicated teacher, Betty creates a comfortable and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to develop their skills and expand their knowledge. Her wealth of experience, combined with her enthusiasm, makes her classroom an ideal place for students to thrive.
In addition to her teaching expertise, Betty brings practical knowledge from her extensive background in the hospitality industry. She has hands-on experience in managing day-to-day operations, promotions, and customer service at a café, fine dining restaurant, and the banquet department of a five-star hotel in Brisbane. While working as a Front of House Supervisor at a catering service in London, she was also a key member of the management team.
Betty’s diverse professional experience enriches her teaching, allowing her to offer students valuable insights into the practical aspects of customer service, communication, and business within the hospitality industry.
As a supportive and dedicated teacher, Betty creates a comfortable and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to develop their skills and expand their knowledge. Her wealth of experience, combined with her enthusiasm, makes her classroom an ideal place for students to thrive.
In addition to her teaching expertise, Betty brings practical knowledge from her extensive background in the hospitality industry. She has hands-on experience in managing day-to-day operations, promotions, and customer service at a café, fine dining restaurant, and the banquet department of a five-star hotel in Brisbane. While working as a Front of House Supervisor at a catering service in London, she was also a key member of the management team.
Betty’s diverse professional experience enriches her teaching, allowing her to offer students valuable insights into the practical aspects of customer service, communication, and business within the hospitality industry.