EFLB1 – Elementary English

Course Syllabus
Welcome to EFLB1: Beginner English Language Course

Course Description

Unlock your potential in English! This course will guide you through essential grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, and speaking skills at the beginner level. Gain confidence in your language abilities and lay a strong foundation for your future studies in English.

Course Introduction

In Unit 1, you will learn fundamental grammar concepts including the Simple Present tense, pronouns, prepositions, and regular and irregular verbs. You will understand the usage of articles and how to conjugate verbs correctly. Units 2 and 3 will expand your vocabulary, covering the alphabet, parts of the body, numbers (both cardinal and ordinal), as well as different shapes and colors. Unit 4 focuses on pronunciation, teaching you vowel sounds and symbols, and the forms of vowel sounds. By Unit 5, you’ll start applying your skills in reading and speaking exercises. By the end of EFLB1, you will confidently introduce yourself, count using both cardinal and ordinal numbers, distinguish between regular and irregular verbs, pronounce essential sounds correctly, and identify various parts of the body.

This course includes the following units:

• How Good is Your English?
• Unit 1: Grammar Fundamentals
• Unit 2: Building Vocabulary
• Unit 3: Expanding Vocabulary
• Unit 4: Pronunciation Techniques
• Unit 5: Reading and Speaking Practice

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Use the Simple Present tense, pronouns, prepositions, regular and irregular verbs, and articles to construct basic sentences.
• Recognize and use vocabulary related to the alphabet, parts of the body, numbers (cardinal and ordinal), shapes, and colors.
• Pronounce essential vowel sounds and symbols correctly.
• Apply reading and speaking skills to introduce yourself and discuss basic topics.

Each unit includes specific learning outcomes to help you organize your studies and measure your progress.

Course Materials

The primary learning materials for this course include articles, lectures, and videos. All materials are free to access and can be found within each unit. Pay close attention to the accompanying notes, as they will guide you on what to focus on in each resource and how it fits into the course as a whole.

Evaluation and Minimum Passing Score

Your final grade is based on a final exam. To pass the course, you need to score 50% or higher on the exam. The exam score will be calculated immediately upon completion. If you do not pass on the first attempt, you can retake the exam for the second time. Successfully passing the final exam will earn you a Course Completion Certificate.

Tips for Success

EFLB1 is a self-paced course. You can start and finish at your convenience. We estimate that the course will take approximately 24 hours to complete. We recommend setting a consistent study schedule to maintain regular progress.

Here are some strategies to help you succeed:

• Take notes on key terms, practices, and theories to contextualize each concept and create a useful study reference.
• Regularly test your knowledge and understanding of the concepts as you progress. Reflecting on your learning will help you retain information long-term.

Technical Requirements

This course is entirely online. You will need a computer or a web-capable mobile device with consistent internet access to view or download course resources and complete assessments and the final exam. To fully access the course, including assessments and progress tracking, log in to your Durra Institute account. If you do not have an account, you can create one for free here.