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ELS-Belmont SMART learning
We have the right course for your aims.
Online
Work-based
Young Learners
Online learning offers remarkable flexibility, accessibility, and personalization, making it a powerful tool for modern education. Learners can access courses from anywhere, fitting study sessions around their personal and professional lives. This flexibility is especially valuable for people balancing work, family, or other commitments. Online platforms often provide interactive tools like quizzes, videos, and discussion forums, catering to diverse learning styles and allowing students to proceed at their own pace. Additionally, the wide variety of available courses means learners can find specialized programs tailored to their unique interests and career goals, enhancing the relevance and impact of their educational experience.
Work-based English learning offers practical, targeted language skills that directly benefit learners in their specific professional environments. By focusing on industry-specific vocabulary, common workplace scenarios, and relevant communication skills, this type of learning makes English instruction immediately applicable to everyday tasks. This relevance boosts learners’ confidence as they can apply what they’ve learned in real time—whether in meetings, emails, or customer interactions. Additionally, by honing language skills that align with job requirements, work-based English learning can increase productivity, improve teamwork, and enhance career opportunities, making it a valuable investment for both employees and employers.
Learning English at a young age provides children with valuable cognitive, social, and academic benefits that can last a lifetime. Young learners are especially adept at picking up new languages, often developing more natural pronunciation and fluency. Early exposure to English also strengthens problem-solving skills, creativity, and memory, as language learning engages diverse areas of the brain. Additionally, as English is widely used globally, young learners gain access to a wealth of cultural knowledge, resources, and future academic or professional opportunities. By building confidence in English early, children are better prepared to engage with an increasingly connected world.
SPECIFIC
MEASUREABLE
ACHIEVABLE
RELEVANT
TIME-BASED
SMART Learning:
ELS-Belmont fulfills the "Specific" criterion of the SMART framework by setting clearly defined, targeted learning objectives tailored to each learner's unique goals and needs. Rather than using broad or generalized goals, ELS-Belmont's approach ensures that each course has a precise focus on what learners will be able to accomplish or understand by the end of their studies. This specificity means that learners know from the outset what skills they will gain, such as enhanced proficiency in workplace communication, confidence in exam strategies, or mastery of industry-specific vocabulary. By defining exactly what success looks like, ELS-Belmont's courses allow learners to make measurable progress, enriching their professional skillset, enhancing their work performance, and deepening their comprehension of language use in real-life contexts.
ELS-Belmont fulfills the "Measurable" criterion of the SMART framework by integrating clear metrics and assessments into its learning objectives, allowing both learners and instructors to track progress effectively. Each course includes structured milestones, such as internal quizzes, completion markers, and practice assessments, to gauge comprehension and skill acquisition at each stage. To keep learners engaged and motivated, interactive tools and gamified elements like puzzles and challenges are embedded in the material, providing regular, fun opportunities to check understanding. By the end of the course, measurable achievements—like improved scores on practice exams or increased fluency in workplace scenarios—demonstrate the learner’s progress and the effectiveness of their personalized learning path.
ELS-Belmont fulfills the "Achievable" criterion of the SMART framework by designing realistic and attainable learning objectives that match each learner's skill level and pace. Courses are broken down into manageable modules, catering to all proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced learners, ensuring that learners can progress confidently without feeling overwhelmed. ELS-Belmont's structured approach also includes milestones and recognition, such as badges or completion certificates, to keep learners motivated and focused on their goals. This thoughtful breakdown of material helps learners maintain momentum, as each step brings them closer to the desired outcome in an encouraging, realistic way.
ELS-Belmont fulfills the "Relevant" criterion of the SMART framework by aligning learning objectives with each learner's broader professional and personal goals, ensuring the content is directly applicable and meaningful. Courses are carefully tailored to mirror real-world situations learners may encounter in their work, whether improving communication for workplace meetings, mastering technical vocabulary, or preparing for certification exams. In courses with in-person elements, ELS-Belmont incorporates dedicated time for discussion, allowing learners to connect lessons with their own experiences. This practical relevance deepens engagement, as learners can clearly see how their new skills will support their daily responsibilities and long-term aspirations.
ELS-Belmont fulfills the "Time-bound" criterion of the SMART framework by setting clear timelines for each course and module, helping learners stay motivated and on track. Each module is carefully timed, based on numerous trials, to ensure that lessons are both achievable and time-efficient—typically no longer than 15 minutes per module, maintaining engagement without overwhelming learners. At the start of each course, learners are given a realistic estimate of the time needed for each section, allowing them to plan their schedules effectively and maintain focus. These time-bound objectives ensure that learners make steady progress toward their goals, with clear milestones marking their achievements along the way.
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English Speak Modules
Face-to-face + Online
Set weekly goals with our flexible English courses
ELS-Belmont Flex English Speak modules
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NO materials needed, simply join us online from your personal device for
45- , 60-, or 90-minute English conversation-based learning modules as often as you can, from wherever you are!
What are ELS-Belmont English Learning Modules?
Think of ELS-Belmont learning modules as parts of the bigger picture:
Each module is a piece of the puzzle that adds to your goal of fluency in English.
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How do learners progress from one level to the next?
We provide conversational lessons with regular homework based progress tests andactivities to ensure progression from one level to the next.
We also provide certification preparation at all levels.
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Depending on your current level of English skills and speed of learning, count between 100-150 completed module lessons combined with our suggested progress activities along the way.
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To make sure your skills really do improve, and that you pass from one CEFR level to the next, we suggest you implement a learning approach which includes our 1+1=2 model: For each 45-minute module, add 45 minutes of self-study per week as a minimum.
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ELS-Belmont Blended Modules
No materials needed, join us conveniently for 45-, 60- or 90-minute online + onsite face-to-face modules. Please note: each module needs a minimum of 2 inscriptions to go ahead, so keep signing up!
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Combine with Weekly/monthly Meetups in Lausanne
Take the opportunity to meet up for a chat:
We also organize regular Meetups is Lausanne for our learners.
Join us for easy chats to improve your English naturally. Talk face-to-face and enjoy a drink in great company. We focus on getting you talking in a friendly atmosphere and correct grammar and vocabulary in passing. Participation is free, apart from the cost of your chosen refreshments.​
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ELS Belmont Flex courses from January 2025:
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​​​​​​​​Starters Absolute beginners face-to-face online + Weekly Meetup in Lausanne
CEFR Levels A1.1-A1.3
Monday -Friday 08:00 / 11:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
Starters Refresh face-to-face online + Weekly Meetup in Lausanne
CEFR Levels A1.1-A1.3Flon
Monday-Friday 09:00 a.m. / 13:00 p.m. / 18:00 / 20:00
Elementary English face-to-face online
CEFR Levels A2.1-A2.3
Monday - Saturday 09:00 / 14:00 p.m. / 15:00 / 21:00
Pre-Intermediate English face-to-face online
CEFR Levels B1.1-B1.3
Monday / Wednesday / Friday
time: 09:00 a.m. / 12:00 p.m. / 13:00 / 18:00 / 20:00
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Cambridge First/Advanced Exam Focus face-to-face online
CEFR Levels B2+
Monday / Friday 17:00 p.m. / 19:00 p.m.
Cambridge Advanced Exam Focus face-to-face online
CEFR Levels C1+
Tuesday / Thursday 17:00 p.m. / 19:00 p.m.
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Duolingo English Test Focus face-to-face online
CEFR Levels B1+ - C1
Pricelist:
ELS-Belmont Flexible Modules – sign up & join when you can.
(minimum 3 participants per module)
Fr. 200.- / 8 modules 45 min
Fr. 125.- / 5 modules 45 min
Fr. 25.- / single module 45 min
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REDUCED PRICE for early birds: Receive a 20% discount for bookings
Contact us for more information, or book through our contact form.
For more information and registrations, contact us at: info@elsbelmont.ch
Phone: +41 21 7828 01 77 / Mobile + 41 78 830 88 77
Let’s talk soon!
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ELS-Belmont flexible online + face-to-face English learning modules?
ELS-Belmont flexible online + face-to-face English learning modules
are free-standing learning units which aim to combine individual interests with learning goals to make sure our learners reach higher levels of speaking autonomy faster, by ensuring they stay focussed and motivated throughout the course.
How does faster learning happen with ELS-Belmont online modules?
By engaging learners only in what matters: Taking part in face-to-face regular, appealing 45-minute online English classes, where we get participants engaged right from the start in talking and sharing experiences in dynamic, private face-to-face contexts, regardless of where they are; at home, in the office, or elsewhere.
24/7 Support
Our customers deserve the highest level of support, and we work tirelessly to maintain those standards. We listen to you and provide feedback on your progress regularly. We also invite you to collect badges and certificates on the way to mastery in English. When you choose to learn with ELS-Belmont, know that you are consistently choosing quality and excellence. Customer service is at the heart of everything that we do.
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We are constantly working to improve our courses and expand our programs. Our expert teachers are passionate about developing the most advanced course content available. Ready to experience the future of English learning? Get in touch!
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Top 10 tips for imroving language skills
The more you do, the more you learn
We know that you know that consistent practice is key to improving language skills. That's why we've put together our simple but powerful top dozen tips
as a reminder to help enhance our learners' English proficiency.
These simple but powerful tips help improve your level of English skills.
Chat with friends and colleagues
Memorise words regularly
Enrol in our
45-minute learning modoules regularly!
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Watch movies or the news with English subtitles
Read something in English every day
Define and Stick to your personal learning plan
Listen to audiobooks and podcasts
Use English learning apps regularly
Find a sport or type of exercise you can enjoy regularly, and do it in English.
Sharing is caring:
Learn, and share recipes, songs or a poem you love with someone you care about,
do it in English!
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Success at school or in the workplace often requires proficiency in English. AT ELS-Belmont we are committed to helping you achieve your goals.
Our synchronous and asynchronous learning methods improve communication skills and prepare you for exam success.
Our personalized learning formats allow you to learn at your own pace, while our accelerated learning methods ensure that you achieve your language learning goals quickly.