General information

The ImprovEnglish course is designed to give students with an existing knowledge of English a deep grounding in practical speaking that can be used in social and professional situations. The strength of the course is its use of improvisation and theatre techniques which aims students to be more self-confident and fluent in the English language.

ImprovEnglish uses practical exercises such as Improtheater based on Keith Johnstones theatersport, group problem solving, language exploration activities and creative games that ensure that there is the maximum potential for language retention, improvement and enjoyment. There will be no specific grammar taught, no chairs, tables or overhead projectors. No chalk, whiteboards or hand raising to answer questions. The course will be practical, increase your spontaneity, fluency and self-confidence.  The course will provide an environment where you can create, learn, fail, improve all while enjoying the English language, free from the classic classroom science style learning environment.

You can choose 1 week (7-11 January) or 2 weeks (7-18 January) programme.

Accommodation

Tallinn Winter School arranges accommodation for foreign participants at student dormitory (5-minutes walk from the university, double and triple rooms)

Registration

Online registration form on the website

ECTS accreditation

The course gives 2 ECTS

Contact information

tss@tlu.ee