B1 – Inglês Intermediário

O curso B1 prepara o aluno para lidar com situações mais complexas do cotidiano, permitindo compreensão clara de textos e conversas em diferentes contextos.

Objetivos:

  • Aprimorar o uso de estruturas gramaticais intermediárias.
  • Desenvolver habilidades de compreensão auditiva e leitura crítica.
  • Capacitar o aluno a se expressar com mais clareza e segurança em situações diversas.

Público-alvo: Alunos com domínio básico equivalente ao nível A2.

Carga-horária: 180 horas

Competências adquiridas:

Participar de conversas sobre assuntos corriqueiros com relativa fluidez.

Entender pontos principais de textos claros e em discursos sobre assuntos familiares.

Produzir textos simples conectados sobre temas familiares ou de interesse pessoal.

Curso conteúdo

Unit 1: Social Media and Digital Trends
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Social media platforms, influencers, digital detox, online behavior.
Use of English: Present perfect vs. past simple.
Functions: Discussing recent events; comparing habits.
Reading and Writing: An article about the impact of social media on mental health.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with correct tenses.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a podcast about influencer culture.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying opinions about social media in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Social media trends in the US vs. the UK.
Workbook B1 – Unit 1: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 2: Family Dynamics and Relationships
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Modern family structures, relationship roles, generational gaps.
Use of English: Reported speech (statements, questions, commands).
Functions: Reporting conversations; discussing family dynamics.
Reading and Writing: A feature on blended families in Canada.
Reading and Writing Questions: Rewriting direct speech into reported speech.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a family discussion about traditions.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying key points in a family story.
Comparing Cultures: Family values in Australia vs. India.
Workbook B1 – Unit 2: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 3: Work-Life Balance and Productivity
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Time management, productivity tools, burnout prevention.
Use of English: Conditionals (first and second).
Functions: Giving advice; hypothesizing about situations.
Reading and Writing: An article about remote work challenges.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing conditional sentences.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a conversation about work-life balance.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying productivity tips in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Work culture in Silicon Valley vs. London.
Workbook B1 – Unit 3: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 4: Food and Global Cuisine
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Fusion cuisine, food festivals, dietary trends (veganism, keto).
Use of English: Passive voice (present and past).
Functions: Describing processes; discussing food preferences.
Reading and Writing: A review of a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Reading and Writing Questions: Rewriting active sentences into passive voice.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a chef’s interview about culinary trends.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying key features of a dish in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Street food in New York vs. Bangkok.
Workbook B1 – Unit 4: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 5: Hobbies and Creative Pursuits
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: DIY projects, creative hobbies, art galleries.
Use of English: Gerunds and infinitives.
Functions: Expressing preferences; discussing creative processes.
Reading and Writing: A profile of a famous artist or musician.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with gerunds or infinitives.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a podcast about creative hobbies.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying hobbies from descriptions.
Comparing Cultures: Art scenes in London vs. New York.
Workbook B1 – Unit 5: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 6: Shopping and Consumer Behavior
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Online shopping, consumer rights, ethical consumption.
Use of English: Modal verbs for obligation, prohibition, and permission.
Functions: Giving advice; discussing rules and regulations.
Reading and Writing: An article about sustainable fashion trends.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with modal verbs.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a debate about fast fashion.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying opinions about ethical shopping.
Comparing Cultures: Consumer habits in the UK vs. the US.
Workbook B1 – Unit 6: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 7: Travel and Adventure Tourism
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Adventure activities, eco-tourism, travel insurance.
Use of English: Future continuous and future perfect.
Functions: Talking about future plans; predicting outcomes.
Reading and Writing: A blog post about adventure tourism in New Zealand.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with future forms.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a travel agent’s recommendations.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying travel plans in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Backpacking culture in Europe vs. Asia.
Workbook B1 – Unit 7: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 8: Weather and Climate Change
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Environmental issues, natural disasters, climate action.
Use of English: Third conditional (if + past perfect, would have + past participle).
Functions: Discussing hypothetical situations; reflecting on past actions.
Reading and Writing: An article about global warming solutions.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing third conditional sentences.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a debate about climate policies.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying arguments in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Climate action in the US vs. the UK.
Workbook B1 – Unit 8: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 9: Health and Mental Wellbeing
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Mental health awareness, self-care routines, therapy options.
Use of English: Wish/if only for regrets and hypotheticals.
Functions: Expressing wishes; discussing regrets.
Reading and Writing: A feature on mindfulness practices in the workplace.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with “wish” or “if only.”
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a therapist’s advice.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying self-care tips in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Mental health awareness in Canada vs. Australia.
Workbook B1 – Unit 9: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 10: Technology and Artificial Intelligence
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: AI applications, cybersecurity, tech innovations.
Use of English: Relative clauses (defining and non-defining).
Functions: Describing inventions; discussing impacts.
Reading and Writing: A news article about AI advancements.
Reading and Writing Questions: Combining sentences using relative clauses.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a tech expert’s interview.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying opinions about AI in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Tech startups in Silicon Valley vs. London.
Workbook B1 – Unit 10: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 11: Movies, TV Shows, and Streaming Culture
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Streaming services, binge-watching, genre preferences.
Use of English: Causative forms (have/get something done).
Functions: Describing experiences; discussing entertainment habits.
Reading and Writing: A review of a popular Netflix series.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with causative forms.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a conversation about binge-watching.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying opinions about streaming services.
Comparing Cultures: British vs. American TV humor.
Workbook B1 – Unit 11: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 12: Sports and Athlete Stories
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Athlete profiles, sportsmanship, career milestones.
Use of English: Past perfect tense.
Functions: Narrating events in sequence; discussing achievements.
Reading and Writing: A profile of Serena Williams or Lionel Messi.
Reading and Writing Questions: Ordering events chronologically using past perfect.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a sports commentator.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying key moments in a game.
Comparing Cultures: Soccer fandom in the UK vs. the US.
Workbook B1 – Unit 12: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 13: Festivals and Cultural Celebrations
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Music festivals, cultural parades, religious celebrations.
Use of English: Phrasal verbs related to celebrations and events.
Functions: Discussing traditions; planning events.
Reading and Writing: A guide to celebrating Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
Reading and Writing Questions: Matching phrasal verbs to their meanings.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a conversation about festival preparations.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying festival highlights in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Music festivals in the US vs. the UK.
Workbook B1 – Unit 13: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 14: Jobs and Career Development
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Career paths, job interviews, professional networking.
Use of English: Indirect questions.
Functions: Asking polite questions; discussing career goals.
Reading and Writing: An article about LinkedIn networking strategies.
Reading and Writing Questions: Rewriting direct questions into indirect form.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a job interview.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying career aspirations in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Workplace culture in the UK vs. Australia.
Workbook B1 – Unit 14: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 15: Nature and Ecotourism
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Wildlife conservation, ecotourism destinations, environmental activism.
Use of English: Inversion for emphasis (e.g., Not only… but also).
Functions: Emphasizing points; discussing environmental issues.
Reading and Writing: A feature on wildlife preservation in Africa.
Reading and Writing Questions: Rewriting sentences using inversion.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a discussion about conservation efforts.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying strategies for protecting nature.
Comparing Cultures: National parks in the US vs. Canada.
Workbook B1 – Unit 15: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 16: Music and Dance Movements
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Music genres, dance styles, cultural influences.
Use of English: Mixed conditionals (third + second).
Functions: Discussing hypothetical scenarios; reflecting on choices.
Reading and Writing: A review of a music festival.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing mixed conditional sentences.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a conversation about concert experiences.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying music preferences in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Jazz culture in New Orleans vs. London.
Workbook B1 – Unit 16: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 17: Cities and Urban Challenges
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Urbanization, public transportation, city planning.
Use of English: Prepositions of movement and location.
Functions: Describing cities; giving directions.
Reading and Writing: A travel guide to Toronto.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with prepositions.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a tour guide.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying landmarks in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Urban life in New York vs. Sydney.
Workbook B1 – Unit 17: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 18: Education and Lifelong Learning
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Online courses, study techniques, educational trends.
Use of English: Gerunds and infinitives.
Functions: Discussing learning methods; expressing preferences.
Reading and Writing: An article about e-learning platforms.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with gerunds or infinitives.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a student talk about their studies.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying study tips in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Education systems in the UK vs. Canada.
Workbook B1 – Unit 18: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 19: Curiosities and Fun Facts
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Trivia, unusual facts, pop culture references.
Use of English: Question tags (isn’t it? don’t you?).
Functions: Asking for confirmation; sharing interesting facts.
Reading and Writing: A list of fun facts about English-speaking countries.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing sentences with question tags.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a trivia quiz.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying correct answers in a dialogue.
Comparing Cultures: Quirky laws in the US vs. the UK.
Workbook B1 – Unit 19: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Unit 20: Review and Reflection
6 Tópicos
3 Testes
Vocabulary: Review of all units.
Use of English: Mixed grammar review.
Functions: Reflecting on progress; setting goals.
Reading and Writing: A reflective essay about your English journey.
Reading and Writing Questions: Completing a comprehensive review quiz.
Listening and Speaking: Listening to a motivational speech about language learning.
Listening Comprehension: Identifying key takeaways in a summary.
Comparing Cultures: Celebrating cultural diversity through language.
Workbook B1 – Unit 20: Vocabulary and grammar exercises
Final Teste
Test – B1: Intermediate English
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