EC Live courses follow the same academic excellence from our parent company and in-person English language schools EC English, with schools in North America, Canada, South Africa, the UK and Malta. EC Live courses give students the same experience, education, and level of commitment as an in-person English language course, yet in an online environment.
It is important to us that our online classrooms provide students with the same services and educational opportunities from anywhere in the world. We do this by following our 6 academic principles, which you can learn more about below.
Our Mission
At EC English, our international classes bring students from around the world together to learn English. Beyond language skills, they also gain insights into each other’s cultures, forge lifelong friendships, and build valuable business connections. Our focus is on equipping them with the essential skills needed to succeed in the modern world.
Our Methodology
The EC Way – We proudly follow the Communicative Approach, an approach recognised since the 1980s as the most effective for language learning. However, at EC, we don’t just settle for what works; we aim for what works best. We incorporate the latest research into our teaching methods, utilising clear objectives, success criteria, and regular learning discussions to ensure that our learners understand what they are learning, and why they are learning it, and actively participate in tracking their progress.
Our Assessment
Formative, personalised, and relevant – At EC, assessment is a dynamic process. It’s not only about measuring what has been learned but also about informing the next steps in the learning journey. Our learners undergo weekly assessments on their engagement and speaking abilities. Through “Feedback Friday” sessions, we not only record their scores but also engage in meaningful discussions to help students understand their progress and identify areas for improvement.
Our Promise
Your progress is visible and guaranteed – We firmly believe that when students actively participate in the learning process, they will make significant progress. Our comprehensive assessment systems enable us to demonstrate this progress on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. We are so confident in our teachers, teaching approach, and systems that we offer a progress guarantee. If a student fully engages in the process and doesn’t progress as expected, we are committed to providing the necessary support to help them succeed. We do this with our online study portal MyEC.
Our Course Development
Research-based and data-driven – Data and research are at the heart of our decision-making process at EC. We continuously gather data on student progress through placement and exit testing, gauge satisfaction through our NPS survey system, and assess our courses through surveys and focus groups. This rigorous data analysis informs every decision we make, allowing us to adjust course durations, content, and approaches based on empirical evidence and the latest research in effective learning.
Our Consistency
Company-wide standards and training – EC boasts a diverse team of teachers and employees, each bringing their unique qualities to our classes and schools. We maintain company-wide standards and provide training through our Orange Carpet and Teaching standards programs. This combination of consistency and localized delivery ensures that learners worldwide experience the EC difference with a local touch.
If you’d like to learn more about our online English language courses, read our blog on our 3 promises for every English course with EC Live.
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