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Elevating Communication: Moving from Singlish to Professional English in the Workplace
In today's globalized world, the ability to communicate effectively in English is a vital skill, regardless of your profession. Our intensive one-day course is meticulously designed to help participants enhance their English-speaking abilities, ensuring clarity and confidence in every conversation.
Participants will be equipped with essential tools to reduce common linguistic barriers, allowing them to articulate ideas effectively and be clearly understood by listeners from diverse backgrounds. This course will delve into practical exercises on pronunciation, vocabulary expansion, and sentence structuring, all aimed at refining one's spoken English.
Additionally, through interactive sessions and real-time feedback, attendees will learn strategies to overcome speaking anxieties, enabling them to present themselves with poise and assurance. Whether you're looking to impress in professional settings, or simply wish to express yourself with more precision in daily interactions, this course is your stepping stone to more impactful communication.
Elevate your spoken English, understand and be understood, and stride forward with newfound confidence. Join us for a transformative learning experience.
Participants will be equipped with essential tools to reduce common linguistic barriers, allowing them to articulate ideas effectively and be clearly understood by listeners from diverse backgrounds. This course will delve into practical exercises on pronunciation, vocabulary expansion, and sentence structuring, all aimed at refining one's spoken English.
Additionally, through interactive sessions and real-time feedback, attendees will learn strategies to overcome speaking anxieties, enabling them to present themselves with poise and assurance. Whether you're looking to impress in professional settings, or simply wish to express yourself with more precision in daily interactions, this course is your stepping stone to more impactful communication.
Elevate your spoken English, understand and be understood, and stride forward with newfound confidence. Join us for a transformative learning experience.
Objective
Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
1. Distinguish Between Singlish and Standard English: Understand the key differences in structure, vocabulary, and usage.
2. Contextual Usage: Recognize the appropriate scenarios to use either Singlish or Standard English, adapting to both informal and formal settings.
3. Enhance Vocabulary and Grammar: Identify commonly misused words and translate typical Singlish expressions into Standard English. Rectify prevalent grammar errors to elevate the clarity of their messages.
4. Improve Pronunciation: Master the correct pronunciation of frequently mispronounced words and enhance overall articulation by emphasizing word and sentence stress.
5. Appreciate Cultural Context: Gain insights into the historical and cultural backdrop of Singlish, enriching their understanding of its place in Singaporean society.
6. Boost Communication Confidence: Empower themselves with effective communication strategies, overcoming apprehensions and confidently conveying their thoughts in diverse settings.
1. Distinguish Between Singlish and Standard English: Understand the key differences in structure, vocabulary, and usage.
2. Contextual Usage: Recognize the appropriate scenarios to use either Singlish or Standard English, adapting to both informal and formal settings.
3. Enhance Vocabulary and Grammar: Identify commonly misused words and translate typical Singlish expressions into Standard English. Rectify prevalent grammar errors to elevate the clarity of their messages.
4. Improve Pronunciation: Master the correct pronunciation of frequently mispronounced words and enhance overall articulation by emphasizing word and sentence stress.
5. Appreciate Cultural Context: Gain insights into the historical and cultural backdrop of Singlish, enriching their understanding of its place in Singaporean society.
6. Boost Communication Confidence: Empower themselves with effective communication strategies, overcoming apprehensions and confidently conveying their thoughts in diverse settings.
Outline
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Words & Expressions
Module 3: Speaking Clearly
Module 4: Cultural Context
Module 5: Building Confidence
- Singlish vs. Standard English: Learn the basics of each and their differences.
- When to Use What: Know when it's best to use Singlish or Standard English.
Module 2: Words & Expressions
- Common Errors: Identify typical mistakes in words and phrases.
- Singlish to English: Learn the English counterparts of familiar Singlish terms.
- Grammar Basics: Understand and correct common sentence structure issues.
Module 3: Speaking Clearly
- Pronunciation Tips: Master the right way to say commonly mispronounced words.
- Stress in Speech: Practice emphasizing certain parts of words and sentences for clarity.
Module 4: Cultural Context
- Origins of Singlish: Dive into the history and evolution of Singlish in Singaporean culture.
- Adapting Language for Audience: Learn to switch between Singlish and Standard English based on the listener's background.
Module 5: Building Confidence
- Overcoming Fear: Techniques to combat nervousness or anxiety when speaking.
- Role-Playing: Engage in real-life scenarios to practice speaking with confidence.
Who should attend
1. Working Professionals in Singapore: Especially those in client-facing roles, public relations, or international business settings where clear and standardized communication is essential.
2. Non-native English Speakers in Singapore: Expatriates or foreigners who wish to understand the nuances between Singlish and Standard English to better integrate and communicate in both social and professional settings.
3. Educators and Trainers: Those aiming to guide students or trainees in improving their English language proficiency.
4. Public Speakers and Presenters: Individuals looking to refine their language for clearer and more impactful presentations.
5. Anyone in Singapore: Looking to transition from casual Singlish to more polished, professional English in specific contexts or settings.
2. Non-native English Speakers in Singapore: Expatriates or foreigners who wish to understand the nuances between Singlish and Standard English to better integrate and communicate in both social and professional settings.
3. Educators and Trainers: Those aiming to guide students or trainees in improving their English language proficiency.
4. Public Speakers and Presenters: Individuals looking to refine their language for clearer and more impactful presentations.
5. Anyone in Singapore: Looking to transition from casual Singlish to more polished, professional English in specific contexts or settings.
Methodology
1. Interactive Lectures: Educators will provide structured lessons on the differences between Singlish and Standard English, utilizing real-world examples and comparisons.
2. Hands-on Activities: Participants will engage in exercises where they'll convert Singlish phrases to Standard English, allowing for practical application of the knowledge.
3. Pronunciation Drills: Emphasis on phonetic exercises to correct commonly mispronounced words and to reinforce correct articulation.
4. Role-Playing Sessions: Simulate real-world situations where participants can practice switching between Singlish and Standard English based on the context.
5. Feedback Mechanism: After each activity, immediate feedback will be provided to ensure participants understand their areas of improvement.
6. Group Discussions: Encourage participants to share their experiences and challenges with language, fostering peer learning.
2. Hands-on Activities: Participants will engage in exercises where they'll convert Singlish phrases to Standard English, allowing for practical application of the knowledge.
3. Pronunciation Drills: Emphasis on phonetic exercises to correct commonly mispronounced words and to reinforce correct articulation.
4. Role-Playing Sessions: Simulate real-world situations where participants can practice switching between Singlish and Standard English based on the context.
5. Feedback Mechanism: After each activity, immediate feedback will be provided to ensure participants understand their areas of improvement.
6. Group Discussions: Encourage participants to share their experiences and challenges with language, fostering peer learning.
Profile of Diana Rahman
Diana Rahman is an ICF ACC-certified coach and a successful Image Consultant, with a decade of experience at Jill Lowe International.
She holds a Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from the London Teacher Training College and teaches English as a foreign language. Diana also earned an Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) from the Institute of Adult Learning (IAL), Singapore, and has been a corporate trainer for 24 years.
Following six years in the banking industry, Diana transitioned to her passion—helping others develop soft skills. She has conducted numerous corporate programs, providing training on a wide range of essential topics to executive officers and uniformed staff. These topics include Diana Rahman is an ICF ACC-certified coach and a successful Image Consultant, with a decade of experience at Jill Lowe International.
She holds a Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from the London Teacher Training College and teaches English as a foreign language. Diana also earned an Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) from the Institute of Adult Learning (IAL), Singapore, and has been a corporate trainer for 24 years.
Following six years in the banking industry, Diana transitioned to her passion—helping others develop soft skills. She has conducted numerous corporate programs, providing training on a wide range of essential topics to executive officers and uniformed staff. These topics include Professional Image Presentation, Storytelling, Emotional Intelligence, Email Writing, Business & Social Etiquette, Verbal & Non-Verbal Communication, Resilience Building, Confidence Building, Motivation, Stress Management, Goal-Setting, and Customer/Client Management Skills.
One of her notable achievements includes leading a 10-day boot camp for over 200 staff at La Digue Lodge in Seychelles, where she conducted sessions on team building, customer service excellence, and motivation. In 2012, she was recognized with the Promising Star Trainer award by Celebrate Life Holdings Pte Ltd.
Diana's dynamic presentation style and 'live' demonstrations resonate with diverse audiences from industries such as finance, hospitality, healthcare, and education.
In addition to her corporate training, Diana has been a Memory Trainer since 2012, trained by Alan Yip, founder of Mind Edge and Chief Trainer of the Singapore Memory Team. She teaches skills in memory techniques, goal-setting, study skills, and note-taking, among others.
Diana also leads personal development workshops focused on motivation, confidence building, and self-esteem management for girls' homes and women's prisons. She has facilitated workshops across Seychelles, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
In 2021, Diana co-authored the book Venus Rising: The Phoenix Awakens, sharing her personal story of resilience and championing the rise of women in entrepreneurship. The book became an Amazon #1 bestseller in 2022.
