Towards C1 Advanced:
tailored experience
Your profile
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You are aiming to reach a solid C1 level and want to build a strong foundation for the C1 Advanced exam;
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You prefer a paced, in-depth approach to exam preparation that allows you to develop your language competence as well as your test-taking skills over time;
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You are motivated to widen your repertoire and your vocabulary by reading, listening to, and discussing a wide array of authentic materials;
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You look for quality writing feedback, experienced guidance and special attention to this particular skill;
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You seek a supportive, small-group environment where you can receive individualized feedback and close any proficiency gaps.
The course
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Thursdays, 2–3:30 PM (GMT-3)
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January 16th–June 26th
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20-week course (30 hours)
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From 3 to 4 participants
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Recommended level: upper-intermediate (B2+) or advanced (C1)
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R$2.640,00 (6x R$440)
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Early bird: 7x R$377,15 (starting in December)
This course provides an introductory preparation for the C1 Advanced exam. With a flexible and responsive syllabus, the course allows time to address emergent needs, identifying and closing any gaps in learners' proficiency along the way. This paced, 20-week approach is ideal for students seeking foundational exam readiness rather than an intensive preparatory experience.
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Throughout the course, you will familiarize yourself with each section of the exam, from Reading and Use of English to Writing, Listening, and Speaking. Lessons will incorporate authentic materials, fostering meaningful conversations while helping you build language awareness.
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This course is an excellent fit for students who view the exam as an opportunity for language and professional development and who plan to take the C1 Advanced exam after mid-2025.
What I offer
Authentic: I make use of authentic materials in my lessons. These are texts which have been written in English for speakers of the language. These materials connect learners with the English-speaking community and broaden their knowledge not only of the language but the world as well.
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Reactive: the language we study isn’t pre-selected or prescribed–on the contrary, my goal is to help you fill in gaps in your knowledge. This means we’re going to study aspects of the language (grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation…) that are necessary to you.
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Relevant: our discussions will typically revolve around your experiences and your views on the world. Also, the feedback I give you is based on your needs, wants and specific context.
I believe in teaching that is authentic, reactive, and relevant:
The syllabus
What I expect from you
This course has a flipped element. This means you will be assigned a task each week so as to prepare for our meetings. These tasks are mandatory and part of the course workload, so make sure to consider this extra time (from 30 to 60 minutes a week) you will spend on them.
Course calendar
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January 16th, 23rd, 30th
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February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
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March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
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April 3rd, 10th, 17th
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May 15th, 22nd, 29th
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June 5th, 12th, 26th
Maíra Santos
Ter aulas com a Bruna contribuiu muito em minha prática docente, tanto em ter ideias de como trabalhar certos assuntos com materiais autênticos como em aprimorar meus conhecimentos e minha fluência na Língua Inglesa. Enquanto professora, em muitos momentos não temos tantas oportunidades de praticar speaking e writing e acabava me sentindo um pouco travada ao trabalhar com alunos mais avançados. Com as aulas pude não só me sentir mais segura nesses contextos quanto utilizar o que vimos em sala de aula, adaptando conforme a idade e perfil dos alunos. Acredito que manter contato com esse sentimento de descoberta e de aprender novos aspectos da língua e linguagem é parte essencial de ser professor de língua estrangeira. Sempre há algo novo para aprender e sinto que a Bruna me despertou de novo esse sentimento de curiosidade que às vezes fica esquecido na rotina diária.
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