THAI NGUYEN UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES

English Department

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT IN LAGUAGE TEACHING

FOR BEGINER BUSSINESS

SUPERVISOR : DR. NGUYEN THI MINH LOAN

STUDENT'S NAME : CHU ANH LINH
HOANG KHANH LINH
CLASS : English Language Teachers Education K44
SCHOOL YEAR : 2024 – 2025

Thai Nguyen, December 2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 Page
CHAPTER 1: NEEDS ANALYSIS 1
1. Context 1
2. Background 1
3. Data collection instruments 2
CHAPTER 2: SYLLABUS 4
1. General information 4
2. Instructor’s information 4
3. Course Description 4
4. Aims and Objectives 4
5. Learning outcomes 6
6. Materials 7
7. Course Framework 7
8. Teaching schedule 8
9. Requirements 14
10. Evaluation and grading policies 15
Appendix 1:
Appendix 2:
Appendix 3:

CHAPTER I: NEED ANALYSIS

1. Context.
English for Business courses are courses specifically designed to help learners
improve their English skills in a work environment. These courses typically focus
on the skills needed to communicate effectively at work, including:
- Business English: Learn common communication situations in a company,
such as meetings, email exchanges, presentations, and negotiations.
- Email and report writing skills: Provide knowledge and practice on how to
write professional emails, work reports, and related documents.
- Business English: Courses may focus on English for a specific industry,
such as English for finance, marketing, human resources, engineering, or
project management.
 - Presentation and negotiation skills: Help learners practice their ability to
present, discuss, and negotiate in English.
- Pronunciation and grammar: Ensure learners can pronounce correctly
and use correct grammar in work situations.
- This course is suitable for working people who want to improve their
English communication skills to develop their career, increase work
efficiency, or prepare for international career opportunities.
2. Background
Learners can related to immediate personal relevance, such as basic
information about themselves, their family, shopping, and local geography. The
course will build on this foundation by helping learners expand their lexicon,
especially in contexts they are likely to encounter in real-life situations.
Enhanced vocabulary skills will enable students to describe situations, ask and
answer simple questions, and understand the main ideas of short texts. As
businesses expand internationally and operate in multicultural environments,
mastering business English has become essential for success in the global
marketplace. These courses provide the necessary tools for individuals to
communicate effectively, build relationships, and succeed in their professional
careers.

3. Data collection instruments

3.1. Questionnaires:
To identify the specific vocabulary needs of learners, questionnaires were
employed. This method was chosen for its simplicity, scalability, and efficiency
in collecting data from a large number of participants. The questionnaire covered
various topics, including learners’ vocabulary challenges, communication goals,
preferred learning styles, and attitudes toward English language learning. While
questionnaires offer valuable initial insights, they may sometimes lack depth,
necessitating follow-up research to gain a comprehensive understanding of
learners' needs.

CHAPTER 2 : SYLLABUS

1. General information of the subject

● Course title: A1 Grammar Essentials

● Length of the course: 10 weeks

● Intensity: 2 hours per day, 3 days per week

 ● Student entry level: A1

● Student exist level: Grammar level in A1

2. Instructor’s information
No. Phone Email address
Name Address
number

1 Thai linhanhchu1234@[Link]
Chu Anh Linh 0936621976
Nguyen

2 Hoang Khanh Thai [email protected]

0359174458
Linh Nguyen om

3. Course Description
This course is designed for students who aim to expand their English vocabulary
in preparation for future exams or practical communication needs. It focuses on
building a solid vocabulary base while developing effective strategies for vocabulary
acquisition and retention. Students will explore high-frequency words and phrases
relevant to daily life and academic contexts, with an emphasis on practical usage. The
course combines interactive lessons with real-world applications, encouraging
students to apply newly acquired vocabulary in speaking, writing, and listening tasks.
In addition to vocabulary building, students will learn essential tips and techniques to
tackle vocabulary-related challenges in exams. Throughout the course, personalized
feedback and coaching will help students refine their skills and boost their
confidence.

4. Aims of the course:

By the end of this course, students will be able to: equip professionals with the
necessary language skills to effectively communicate in the workplace, particularly in
global and professional business environments. The primary focus is on enhancing
language proficiency in business-specific contexts, enabling individuals to excel in
their professional roles, interact with international colleagues and clients, and
advance their careers.
Course Objectives:
OBJECTIVES DESCRIPTION
Objectives CĐR CTĐT
By the end of this course, students will be able to :
G1 1.1. Use basic tenses such as past, present and
(Knowledge) future.
1.2. Learn basic communication with foreign
 partners, work-related vocabulary, how to
greet and get to know colleagues, sample
sentences for self-introduction, sample
sentences for lateness and leave, sample
sentences for attending seminars and
meetings, how to express personal opinions.
1.3. Grasp the different types of conditionals
and apply them correctly, including zero
conditional, first conditional, second
conditional, and third conditional.

2.1. Accurately apply grammar rules in various

writing tasks, including essays, letters, and emails.
2.2. Effectively employ grammar structures in
spoken English, both in informal and formal
G2
settings.
(Skills)
2.3. Identify and correct grammatical errors in your
own writing and speaking.
2.4. Communicate clearly and confidently using a
variety of grammatically correct structures.
3.1. Develop self-awareness as a language learner
and recognize areas for improvement in grammar
skills.
G3 3.2. Utilize grammar resources effectively to
(Attitude) enhance their understanding and application of
grammar rules.
3.3. Demonstrate a willingness to engage in
grammar practice and feedback to improve their
overall proficiency.

5. Materials:
Course Book: [1] Redman, S. (2017). English Vocabulary in Use: Elementary (3rd
ed.). Cambridge University Press. (Coursebook) Recommended Texts & Other
Readings: [2] McCarthy, M., & O'Dell, F. (2017). English Vocabulary in Use: Pre-
intermediate and Intermediate (4th ed.). Cambridge University Press. [3] Thornbury,
S. (2002). How to Teach Vocabulary. Pearson Education.

6. Course Framework
- Total periods: 45 mins/period
 Total Theory Practice
Unit Periods Periods Periods
Unit 1 – Introduction 4 2 2
Unit 2 – Personal Information 4 2 2
Unit 3 – Where are you from? 4 2 2
Unit 4 – What is your name? 6 3 3
Unit 5 – Do you speak English? 6 3 3
Unit 6 – What to buy? 6 3 3
Unit 7 – What to order? 4 2 2
Unit 8 – Where is it? 4 2 2
Unit 9 – How to buy one? 6 3 3
Unit 10 – How are you? 4 2 2
Unit 11 – Determiners and
pronouns 1 4 2 2
Unit 12 – Determiners and
pronouns 2 4 2 2
Unit 13 – About job 4 2 2
Unit 14 – Family 4 2 2
Unit 15 – Invitation 4 2 2
Unit 16 – Acclamation 4 2 2
Unit 17 – Thanks and apologies 4 2 2
Unit 18 – Way to say goodbye 4 2 2
Unit 19 – Ask for directions 4 2 2
Unit 20 – Take taxi, bus 4 2 2
Unit 21 – How to answer phone
calls 4 2 2
Unit 22 – Weather 4 2 2
Unit 23 – Present simple tenses 4 2 2
Unit 24 – Past tenses 4 2 2
Unit 25 – Future tenses 4 2 2
Unit 26 – Discussing 4 2 2
Unit 27 – Office dialogue 4 2 2
Unit 28 – At the airport 4 2 2
Unit 29 – Determiners and
pronouns 3 4 2 2
Unit 30 – Determiners and 4 2 2
 pronouns 4

7. Teaching schedule

Not
Weeks Units Skills/Knowledge Tasks Materials
e

Week Unit Couse

1 1
● Introduction book:
- Introduce yourself
- Greeting
Unit
2
● Personal information
- Way to talk about job,
name and ages.
- Vocabulary about numbers.
Unit - Ask and answer the phone
3 number.

 Where are you from?

- Ask and answer about
places to live.
- Nationality.
- Vocabulary about
addresses.
- Prepositions in/on/at
Week Unit - Writing Couse
2 4
● What is your name? book:
Part 2
- Ask and answer about name Grammar
first name/ family name. for PET
- Spell name.
Unit
5 ● Do your speak English? - Writing
Part 3
- Yes/no questions
 - Vocabulary about name of
languages.
- Writing
- Complement Part 1
Unit
6

● What to buy
- Ask and answer about
prices, size, colors
- Vocabulary about colors
- May I help you? I am looking
for ….

Week Unit - Reading Couse

3 7
● What to order book:
Part 5
- S + would like +…. Grammar
for PET
- What would you like to eat/
drink?
- Listening
Part 3
- Vocabulary about food and
drink.
- Practice ask and answer
about price.
- Quantifier: Countable and
uncountable - Reading
Unit Part 3
8
● Where is it
- Words indicating direction
- Ask and answer questions
for directions.
- Ask and answer distance
questions.
Unit - a/the/no article.
9
● How to buy one
 Practice:
- Some/any
- Much/many etc…
- Ask and answer about cost,
color, size,…
- Vocabulary about clothers
- This/that etc…
- All/most etc…

Week Unit - Writing Couse

4 10
● How are you book:
Part 1
- Ask and answer about health Grammar
for PET
- Adjectives indicating states and
emotions

Unit
11
● Determiners and Pronouns
- Listening
1
Part 2
- Personal pronouns
- Possessives
- Reflexive pronouns
Unit
12

● Determiners and Pronouns 2

- Reading
Part 1
Week Couse
5 Test book:
● Test 1 Grammar
for PET
Unit - Listening
13 Part 1
● About job
- Vocabulary about job
- Asking someone about their
job and way to answer.
- Suggestions and offers
Unit - Permission
14
- Writing
part 3
● Family
- Ask and answer questions about
family, number of members.
- vocabulary about family
members.

Week Unit - Reading Couse

6 15
● Invitation book:
part 1
- Certainty and possibility Grammar
for PET
- Ability ( I can….I’m able to….I
could….)
- vocabulary about days of the
week, times.
- Ask and answer about inviting
someone.

Unit - Listening
16 part 4
● Acclamation
- Saying goodbye in a simple way
- Practice with the partner
- Tail question
Unit
 17 - Writing
part 3

● Thank and apologies

- Way to say thank you and
sorry, simple and complex.
Week Unit - Reading Couse
7 18
● Way to say good bye book:
part 4
- Ask and answer questions about Grammar
appointments for PET
- Different way to say good bye.
- Writing
part 2
Unit
19 ● Ask for direction:
- Way to ask and answer
questions for directions
- How can I get to the …. - Reading
part 1
- Vocabulary about directions.
Unit
20

● Take taxi, bus

- Vocabulary about
transportation
- How much
- Noun referring to the driver.
- Ask and answer the question
where to go.
Week Unit - Reading Couse
8 21
● Phone call book:
part 5
- Ask and answer about Grammar
telephone number. for PET
- Review numbers
- Can I + V
- Reading
Unit part 3
 22
● Weather
- Reading
- Vocabulary about the
part 4
weather.
- Ask and answer about What
the weather like?
Unit
23

● Present simple tenses

- How to use
- Nouns: singular and plural
nouns
- Tobe am/is/are
- regular verb conjugation: ‘s/es’
- signs
Week Unit - Reading Couse
9 24
● Past tenses book:
part 2
- How to use Grammar
for PET
- Tobe: was/ were
- regular and irregular verb
conjugation
- Signs
Test
- Writing
● Test 2 part 1

Unit
25 ● Future tenses
- simple future and near future
- Signs
- S + will
- S + tobe + going to
Week Unit - Reading Couse
● Discussing
10 26 part 4 book:
- Said and told Grammar
- Other verbs used for for PET
 supporting
- Reporting questions
- Polite questions
- Reading
Unit part 2
27 ● Office dialogue

- How to debate an issue:

I agree/ disagree
- Discussing project: - Writing
I think/ in my opinion part 1
- Asking for help:
Can you help me with + N,
please
- Planning a event:
Let/ how about/ why don’t we,
…
S + should + V
Unit - Way to write email
28

. At the airport

- Checking in
- Security check
- At the boarding gate
- Asking for direction
- Lost luggage
Week Unit  Determiners and - Reading Couse
11 29 Pronouns 3 part 3 book:
Grammar
for PET

Unit
● Determiners and Pronouns 4 - Reading
30
part 1

Test ● Proficiency test

8. Requirements

8.1 For Theory

 Classroom Periods: 64 periods are allocated for theory lessons.

 Student Expectations:
- Prepare lessons in advance and attend a minimum of 80% of class
sessions.
- Actively participate in class discussions and activities.
- Complete pre-class reading assignments from the Cambridge Grammar for
PET textbook.
- Take detailed notes during lectures and presentations.
- Ask relevant questions and clarify doubts.

8.2 For Practice

 Classroom Periods: 128 periods are dedicated to practical activities.

 Student Expectations:
- Actively engage in pair work and group discussions during class.
- Complete all assigned grammar drills and exercises.
- Participate in interactive group activities and apply learned grammar in
real-time scenarios.
- Regularly practice writing using target grammar structures.
- Record speaking exercises for self-assessment and progress tracking.

8.3 For Self-Study

 Allocated Time: 64 periods are set aside for self-study activities.

 Student Expectations:
- Complete all homework assigned by the teacher promptly.
- Review class notes and course materials regularly.
- Work through additional exercises in the Cambridge Grammar for PET
workbook.
- Utilize online grammar resources and educational games to enhance
understanding.
- Engage in independent reading and writing activities to reinforce learning.
9. Evaluation and Grading Policies

9.1 Attendance and Participation

- Students who attend all class sessions without absences and demonstrate
active engagement will receive a maximum of 10 attendance points.
- Attendance contributes 10% to the overall course grade.
- Students are allowed a maximum of three absences.

9.2 Self-Study

- Students must complete all weekly, monthly, and semesterly assignments.

- Self-study tasks include grammar drills, workbook exercises, and online
practice.

9.3 Group Work

- Group work emphasizes collaboration, active participation, and timely task

completion.
- Members are expected to provide constructive feedback, demonstrate
teamwork, and support one another.
- Performance in group tasks will be evaluated based on responsibility,
cooperation, and output quality.

9.4 Mid-Term Test

 Weight: 70% of the overall course grade.

 Format:
Listening (30 minutes, 40 points)
- Part 1: Listen and Draw (5 points)
- Part 2: Listen and Write (10 points)
- Part 3: Listen and Write Instructions (10 points)
- Part 4: Listen and Tick (5 points)
- Part 5: Listen and Color (10 points)
Reading and Writing (90 minutes, 60 points)
- Tasks include sentence completion, multiple-choice, editing, and matching
exercises.
Speaking (10 minutes, 20 points)
- Tasks include greetings, picture description, and story narration.

9.5 Final Test

 Weight: 50% of the overall course grade.

 Format:
Listening (25%)
- Includes matching, fill-in-the-blank tasks, and note-taking.
Reading and Writing (35%)
- Tasks focus on vocabulary application, comprehension, and short writing
assignments.
Speaking (40%)
- Includes picture comparison and story continuation exercises.

Instructions for Tests

- Read each question carefully before answering.
- Write answers legibly in the provided spaces.
- Dictionaries may be used for the final test.

APPENDIX 1: QUESTIONNAIRE

Discover Your English Learning Needs

Hello! We are pleased to introduce you to a survey regarding the demand

for learning English. This survey is designed to better understand the needs
and desires of English learners. We aim to collect information from the learner
community to improve and devise the most suitable and effective English
course pathways.

Through this survey, we aim to hear your opinions about learning English,
including the challenges you are facing, your personal goals, and your learning
preferences. The questions in the survey will help us gain a clearer
understanding of the specific needs of learners to provide the most
appropriate resources and learning methods.
 Your contribution will play an essential role in enhancing your English
learning experience. Thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey
and sharing your insight.

Section A: General Information

1. What is your gender?

- Male
- Female

2. How old are you?

- Under 20
- Up to 20

3. Where have you primarily learned English?

- In school
- In a language center
- Self-taught
- Online courses
- Other (Please specify): ________

4. How would you assess your current level of English proficiency?

- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced

5. What do you hope to achieve after completing this course?

- Improve speaking
- Improve writing
- Enhance grammar skills
- Pass a specific English exam (e.g., PET, IELTS, TOEFL)
- Other (Please specify): ________

APPENDIX 2: REGULAR TEST REGULAR TEST MATRIX TEST

TIME: 45 MINUTES
Section 1: Quantifiers and prepositions (10 points)

Part A: Quantifiers (5 points)

Choose the correct answer:

1. I don't know ________ people.

(A) many

(B) much

(C) a lot

(D) few

2. - Would you like some sugar?

- Yes, please, just ________.

(A) a little

(B) little

(C) a few

(D) few

[Link] say he has ________ money.

(A) a lot of

(B) plenty

(C) lots

(D) many

4. How __________ rice do you want?

A. much

B. many
C. a lot of

D. lots of

[Link] you like_______________juice?

A. some

B. a

C. few

D. many

Part B: Preposition (5 points)

Choose the correct answer:

1. We live near ________ the river.

(A) of

(B) from

(C) by

(D) –

2. They quarreled ________ the choice of a house.

(A) on

(B) over

(C) for

(D) to

3. Tom has a computer, _____ he doesn’t use it.

A. or

B. as
C. because

D. but

4. Hoa lives ______Ha Noi, ______ 12 Tran Hung Dao Street.

A. on – at

B. in – on

C. in – at

D. on – in

5. The boy suffered ________ a very bad headache.

(A) of

(B) from

(C) by

(D) at

Section 2: Tenses (10 points)

Part A: (5 points)

Put the verb in brackets into the present simple or past simple

1. We _________ (go) to the beach last weekend.

2. My cousins _________ (not/ visit) us every weekend.

3. ___________ (your mum/ make) a chocolate yesterday?

4. I _______ (send) Jessica an email yesterday afternoon

5. The children always ______ (do) their homework yesterday afternoon.

Part B : Choose the correct answer ( 5 points )

1. I always (go) to the gym in the evening.

a) go

b) am going

2. She (study) for her exams right now.

a) studies

b) is studying

3. They (not like) eating vegetables.

a) don’t like

b) aren’t liking

4. We (play) football every Saturday.

a) play

b) are playing

5. He (wait) for the bus at the moment.

a) waits

b) is waiting
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