Stage Libra: English Conversation Course for Japanese Students (Eiken Grade 3)

This upper-intermediate conversation course is specifically designed for Japanese students, building significantly on their existing skills and meticulously aligned with the curriculum and proficiency expectations of the Eiken Grade 3 test. The primary objective of this course is to empower students to engage in more independent and extended conversations, express abstract ideas, understand longer spoken passages, and confidently interact in a variety of social and practical situations, while simultaneously providing robust preparation for success in the Eiken Grade 3 examination.

The course is strategically developed to transition students from basic transactional communication to more descriptive and opinion-based discussions. Our methodology emphasizes authentic communication tasks, critical listening, and the development of spontaneous speech. Students will participate in structured debates, express personal opinions with justifications, describe events in detail, narrate short stories, and engage in role-plays that simulate real-world interactions such as making requests, offering advice, or discussing current events. The focus is on enhancing fluency, grammatical accuracy, and the ability to articulate thoughts clearly and coherently.

Key features include:

• Advanced Curriculum Alignment: Direct correlation with Eiken Grade 3's expanded vocabulary, more complex grammatical structures (e.g., conditional sentences, relative clauses), and a wider range of thematic content.

• Independent Conversational Fluency: Emphasis on sustained dialogue, expressing and justifying opinions, and responding appropriately in diverse social contexts.

• Enhanced Listening & Comprehension: Developing the ability to understand longer narratives, identify main ideas, and infer meaning from spoken English.

• Confidence for Real-World Interaction: Fostering a dynamic environment where students feel capable of handling more complex and unpredictable conversational situations.

Upon completion, students will be exceptionally well-prepared for the Eiken Grade 3 test, demonstrating a strong command of upper-intermediate English. More importantly, they will achieve significantly increased confidence and a greater capacity for independent, effective communication in English, marking a pivotal step towards advanced language proficiency and readiness for global engagement.