Have you ever considered how both could be different?
Learning English as a language, not just a subject, involves acquiring practical skills for effective communication, real-world use, and cultural understanding.
This goes beyond the traditional focus on academics as it is not just about grades – it is about becoming fluent in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, so you can confidently navigate different situations in your daily life.
Yet, in the realm of traditional schooling, English is often regarded merely as a ‘subject,’ with new concepts taught each year. Unfortunately, there are minimal efforts dedicated to ensuring that students genuinely understand these concepts.
When taught as a subject, the development of English skills is often overlooked, with the primary focus being on introducing new concepts and achieving good grades.
Children naturally grasp concepts at varying speeds, making it challenging to ensure universal understanding even after introducing new concepts. This leads to a shift in focus from in-depth understanding to choosing a more temporary solution by focusing on scoring good marks.
Ensuring English comprehension is vital, especially since it serves as the medium of instruction for other subjects. Hence, a strong command of English also enhances overall understanding across various subjects.
Similar to advancing from easy to difficult levels in a game to improve skills, employing a teaching methodology that progresses from lower-order thinking to higher-order thinking in English education helps establish a robust foundation.
A strong foundation in children’s English facilitates easy comprehension of new concepts, thereby leading to improved grades automatically.
Going beyond the conventional treatment of English as a subject and moving from simple to advanced thinking skills while teaching, English Beyond Academics – an online course by NELTAS, ensures and prioritizes a thorough understanding.
Taking a step beyond its unique philosophy and teaching methodology, it also provides children with exposure and a platform for the practical application of acquired skills— often overlooked in traditional schooling.
This transforms “English Beyond Academics” into more than just a course; it becomes a journey towards holistic development and future readiness!
