CROSSCUT® Plus Teaching Method
What is CROSSCUT®?
Technically speaking, there is a lot to be said about the kind of system we apply in DNI Colleges. The first and foremost important issue about Crosscut® is that it is exclusively designed for EFL learners in a short-run fashion. Researches show that the variety of English language books available in the market (those with the famous motto: one size fits all) can hardly meet Iranian language learners` needs particularly in their adulthood. This is no doubt attributable to a variety of different reasons such as the place and role of English in Iran, learners` age, real and urgent needs, the length of learning, method of instruction and so many others. For instance, when learners reach an age in which speech patterns are fully developed in their mother tongue, they find it hard to learn a foreign language on the basis of ESL rules. Apart from the very short time spent in a language classroom, Iranians are hardly in touch with English in the real environment of their country. Therefore a unique system has been devised based on adult EFL learners` urgent language needs in this country. Here are some CROSSCUT® key features:
- • CROSSCUT+ English Course books: Exclusive CROSSCUT+ Method of Teaching course books that are used in class, tailored to all your needs and level of English
- 1. Looks at all key areas of language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking
- 2. Develops grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation
- 3. Offers clear learning outcomes and objectives, using English in real-life contexts
- 4. Is student-based and Interactive
- 5. Is Most Suitable for an EFL Environment
- 6. Has a Short-term Timing
- 7. Is Well-organized and Fun-filled with loads of activities
- 8. Adapted to Language learners` Age and time shortage
- 9. Pays Attention to Individuality
- 10. Holds low-populated classes (Maximum 10 students)
- 11. Is Target-based and Adaptable to the student’s aim
- 12. Avoids traditional Fail/Pass Fashion of Qualification
- 13. Aligned to CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) levels
All in all, as you engage with the CROSSCUT®, as well as taking an active part in classroom discussions, you will work on your language skills in small groups, pairs or individually on tasks and projects. And as you learn correct English pronunciation, increase your vocabulary, work on your grammar and improve your sentence construction, you will find you become able to express yourself in an accurate and appropriate way.
CROSSCUT+ English course levels
There are seven major levels of general English courses for adults, ensuring you receive the best learning experience for your ability. When you begin your course at DNI, you will take a test to determine which level to start on. Here is the whole journey in brief:
