WEEK 2 . READING ACADEMIC ENGLISH TEXTS 1. UNDERSTANDING WHY YOU ARE READING.

I. What will you learn during the course?

Join others to learn the basics of tai chi in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese system of
exercise which improves your overall health. Tai chi is not just good for your body - it also calms your mind. The
exercises are suitable for beginners with no experience of Tai chi.

1.- On this course I will learn to do___ Tai chi __________.

II.- You want to know more about the course in tai chi. Match the boldfaced words with the meanings below.

Tai chi - Beginners

Course: ADU627G
Held at: Adult Learning Center
Times: Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Start date: 15/09
End date: 08/12
FEES Full: $90

60 years and over: $72

HOW TO ENROLL: You can contact the main center on 01932 794524 to enroll. No online booking.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN DURING THE COURSE? Join others to learn the basics of tai chi in a friendly, welcoming
atmosphere. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese system of exercise which improves your overall health. Tia chi is not just good
for your body – it also calms your mind. The exercises are suitable for beginners with not experience of Tai chi.

WHAT LEVEL IS THE COURSE? Beginners

WHAT OPPORTUNITIES FOR FURTHER LEARNING DOES THE CENTER OFFER? The improvers’ course

WHAT EQUIPMENT, CLOTHING OR TEXTBOOKS SHOULD BE BROUGHT TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE COURSE?

Wear loose, comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water.

DOES THE COURSE INCLUDE ALL COSTS? WILL ANY FURTHER CHARGES BE MADE? No further costs.

1.- A number of lessons in a subject is a _______course____________ 2.- To join a course is to _____enroll_______

3.- The money you pay to study is called_____fees__________ 4.- The___level________tells you how difficult it is

5.- Another name for a lesson is ____session_____ 6.- Another word for costs or fees is __charges______

7.- Things you use in a course. (E.g. a computer) are called ______equipment___________

8.- This means ‘more’ _____further________

9.- Someone who has never studied a subject before is a ________beginner_______________

10.- This is an old Chinese way of exercising _______tai chi_______________

III. READ THE COURSE INFORMATION ABOVE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS.

1.- I can do this course on Monday afternoons TRUE FALSE

2.- I’m 50 years old. The course will cost me $72 TRUE FALSE
3.- You have to enroll by phone TRUE FALSE
 4.- After this course, there is another course at a higher level TRUE FALSE
5.- You should bring a textbook to the first class TRUE FALSE
6.- I’m 20 years old. There course fee is $90 and there may be some extra charges. I should TRUE FALSE
expect to pay at least $100
IV.- All the words below come from the course description. Can you remember them?

1 I want to learn tai chi. I'm going to take a ___course__________________.

2 How do I enroll________________ on this course?

3 What are the further charges________ for that course? How much does it cost?

4 This course comes at five levels____________ from Beginner to Advanced.

5 This course is on Monday mornings from September to December. There are twelve sessions____________.

6 Are there any other _____charger________, apart from the course fees?

7 Do I need any special _____equipment____________ for this course?

8 Where can I find further________________ information about this course?

9 I don't know any tai chi at all. I'm a complete beginner______________.

10 My friend does tai chi_____________ every morning. It's a great way of relaxing

V. You want to join the tai chi class. Listen, and fill in the APPLICATION FOR TAI CHI CLASS.

Course details

Course code: __ADU___________627G Tai chi

Course name: Tai chi ____beginners_________________

Start date: _________09___/______15

Your details

Name: _____joti bhassin__________ Age: __27______________ Address:_____32 new road______________

Phone number: ____07766558812__________________

Payment method

Course fees: $___90___________Card type: VISA. Card number: 8876 2376 ____5523______0087

Expiry date:09/___14___________

VI. LOOK AT THE COURSES BELOW. THEY ARE ALL REAL COURSES. YOU DON’T HAVE TO UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING
IN THE COURSE DESCRIPTION. MATCH EACH PHRASE WITH THE CORRECT COURSE.

CHINESE PAINTING TO COOK INDIAN TO USE POWER TO PROTECT TO DO YOGA TO SPEAK ENGLISH
FOOD POINT YOURSELF
1 Course 1

The course covers all aspects of English: vocabulary, grammar, speaking, reading, writing and listening skills - using
material from real-life situations. The focus is on developing communication and making language study a successful and
enjoyable experience. You will learn "_________to speak english___________________".
2 Course 2

The course is for women only. It will teach body skills from martial arts and will give you confidence in dealing with
threatening situations. The course will develop both self and situational awareness. The learner will be introduced to the
principles and techniques of self-protection and self-defense and understand the difference between them. The
exercises are also designed to improve fitness and enhance well-being. You will learn "______to protect
yourself___________".

3 Course 3

Introduction/recap of basic yoga asanas, with more advanced asanas where appropriate. Increased postural and
internal awareness, increased flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. Intro/recap of breathing techniques and
introduction to meditation. You will learn "________to do yoga_____________________".

4 Course 4

Learn to make two dishes as part of a meal. Includes: time-management, food hygiene and basic health and safety. You
will learn "________to cook indian food__________________________".

5 Course 5

The following topics will be covered on the course: Creating a PowerPoint slide show. Inserting pictures and formatting
text. Using slide transitions. Using a slide master. Adding notes to slide. You will learn _____to use power point_______

6.- Course 6

The traditional technique of Chinese watercolor, using specialized water brushes, ink, colors, and paper. The subjects
will be flowers, vegetables, birds and simple landscapes. The learners will be shown how to paint in the traditional
technique of Chines watercolor, using brush strokes. You will learn ________Chinese painting______________________