This document provides an overview of an English course for 5A engineering students. The objectives for today's class are to introduce course expectations, have students get to know each other, take a diagnostic test, present orally about internship experiences, and work on a problem-based learning activity. The course will focus on developing skills needed for engineering careers through topics like innovation. Students will have regular classes, homework, tests, and access to an e-learning platform to improve their English and achieve the target score of 785 on the TOEIC exam, which is required to graduate.

1. 5A ENGLISH COURSE
“One who fears failure limits his activities.
Failure is only the opportunity to more
intelligently begin again.”
Henry Ford

2. TODAY’S OBJECTIVES AND HOMEWORK
 Introduce you to the course expectations
 Get to know eachother
 Do a diagnostic test
 Present orally (just prompts) your internship/company
(History/Organisation/Type of products/sector/tasks/difficulties…)
 Choose one topic about Innovation (use slide 21)
 PBL activity: Think about the following: Explain what your studies are
about and where they can lead you to…
For some of you who didn’t
have time to deliver their
presentation today, that is part
of H/W…

3. CONTENT
• Welcome back!
• Why do you need English?
• Course overview
• Organisation of the course
• Targets and objectives
• Calendar
• Support material and useful
websites
• Now…What do you need from us?

4. WELCOME BACK!
Why is this year crucial for you, Future
Engineers?
• Because to get your engineering diploma
you NEEEEEEEED your TOEIC!
• Because you need to get ready for your
future career.
The ISMANS-Cesi English team is delighted to
welcome you again this year and we already
know that you will make great progress in
English!
Hard work and determination is all you need
to progress.
Don’t forget that we are here to help you
with your English skills no matter your
current level. Don’t be shy, the office is
always open. 

5. WHY DO I ACTUALLY NEED TO LEARN ENGLISH?
• Because languages are highly valued for work.
• Because if you want to travel, you need language skills.
• Because when you can speak at least 2 languages, you can
earn up to 20% more money than someone who just speaks
one language!
• Because it can be great fun and you can make friends.

6. TRUE OR FALSE
What do you think about the following
statements? Are they true or false?
• True, the level of English of French
Engineers does not match the actual needs
in companies. You can be the best engineer
in the world but, if you can’t convey your
ideas in English it can be tricky for you as
the world of science is English-spoken.
• True again…
• True again…
BUT
 58.8% of French engineers have an
acceptable level of English according
to employers. (if my math’s
correct…41,2% don’t have what HR
requires in terms of English skills)
 According to a 2015 study, French
people are the worst English learners
in Europe.
 One reason for the failure in learning
English is that it has never been
considered as a fundamental skill.
Source:
https://www.vousnousils.fr/2016/12/16/etude-
english-at-work-un-niveau-danglais-trop-faible-
chez-les-ingenieurs-francais-597329

7. …ENGLISH IS KEY TO YOUR FUTURE ENGINEERING
CAREER…
Do you WANT TO KNOW WHY?
Because English is the language of global opportunity.
If you can prove your English-language Proficiency in the job
market then…
•You’ll be a stronger candidate for job
opportunities with global organizations
(think BIG!)
• You’ll be the one to travel across borders
to meet co-workers and clients.
• You could be a proper decision maker in
your company.
And also because especially in Engineering and Technical fields,
research papers are in English, communication in general (face-
to-face, videoconferencing, reports, newsletters, emails…) is in
English…

8. DID YOU KNOW THAT ?

9. OK, SO WHERE DO YOU START?
• Practise on a regular basis.
• It’s like going to the gym and
creating a routine: just a little
amount but on a regular basis.
• Get support from your
teachers, your friends, online
friends
• Use all the tools you have
been provided with (websites,
advice, booster sessions)
• Put an action plan in place
• HAVE FUN!
What can you do to improve your
English skills?

10. Course overview
Classes will be held every Monday
• You will be divided into 2 groups according to your specialty
5A PIAC CP (am/pm) - Ms Musserotte and Mr Doogan (2 groups subdivided into 2 groups =
15 students/class)
5A MCOP (pm) - Mr Doogan
• REMEMBER: The English classes for 5A ARE mandatory. (Yes…whether or not you have
otained your TOEIC certification)
• You will be assessed on class themes, presentations, participation and tests.
• The central theme this year will be INNOVATION AND FUTURE and we will also help you
develop your life-long skills for your future Engineering career (How to read-write
Research papers/How to write internship reports/How to prepare tutorials to explain your
job/studies…)
• You have direct access to the e-learning platform –Global Exam…. So…use it! 
• The principal objective is for each of you to exceed 785 points in the TOEIC official . So, you
need to get ready right now!
You will join some lessons with the PIAC
students to work collaboratively during the
year

11. The clock is ticking
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TARGETS AND OBJECTIVES

12. TARGETS AND OBJECTIVES
 This is a crucial year for you to progress with your English communication skills.
 Many of you have had the opportunity to do their internship abroad and you probably
have already improved your English skills. Well done! Now, it’s high time you put all the
efforts into practising for your TOEIC.
 We know it is hard to find the motivation because that is supposed to be your final year
at Uni., you have done an internship and know a little bit more about career
opportunities….
 But, you can trust our experience as English teachers on this…You can’t expect to pass
your TOEIC test without efforts. You need to work hard from DAY 1 and if you
haven’t done it yet, well you’d better hurry.
 Remember: You need to pass your TOEIC (B2 minimum) to attain your DIPLOMA.
No TOEIC = No DIPLOMA.
 B2…yeah, okayish…C1…pretty good!...C2…you got it, you’re the best!!
 You will only excel though by self-learning! In other words, try your best in class AND
outside no matter what!
 Learn with what works best for you.
 COME AND SEE US FOR BOOSTER SESSIONS! They are mandatory for some of you!!

13. BOOSTER SESSIONS : BOOST YOUR SKILLS
 EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON FROM 14:00 –
16:00 OR 16:00 – 18:00
 You will have opportunity to practise your
ENGLISH in small groups. (or even maybe one-
to-one sessions )
 IT IS COMPULSORY if your TOEIC
Score/involvement in class is not sufficient
enough.

14. GLOBAL EXAM
 PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!
 You already know that preparing for the TOEIC requires a lot of time, energy and focus.
 You also know that you need to dedicate more time to practise your English during
your « freetime ».
 So, GLOBAL EXAM is a very good tool to keep track of your progress!!!
 Use it on a regular basis especially if you are busy doing an internship in a company
and we don’t see much of you here!!!

15. CALENDAR
MCOP Mr DOOGAN (PM)
PIAC CP – MS MUSSEROTTE/MR
DOOGAN (AM/PM)
N° / date N° / date
1 19/09/2022
2
26/09/2022 (joint session with PIAC
students) 1 26/09/2022
3
03/10/2022 (joint session with PIAC
students) 2 03/10/2022
4 10/10/2022
5 17/10/2022
6 4/11/2022 (Friday)
7 07/11/2022
8 14/11/2022 3 14-nov TOEIC Blanc
9
21/11/2022 (joint session with PIAC
students) 4 21/11/2022
10 28/11/2022
11 05/12/2022
12 12/12/2022 TOEIC officiel (amphi 3) 5
12/12/2022 TOEIC officiel (amphi 3)
13 04/01/2023 (Wednesday)
14
09/01/2023(joint session with PIAC
students) 6 09/01/2023
7 16/01/2023
15 30/01/2023
16 06/02/2023
17
20/02/2023 – Project work in
automomy 8 20/02/2023
18
27/02/2023(joint session with PIAC
students) 9 27/02/2023
19 06/03/2023
20 13/03/2023
21 20/03/2023 10
20/03/2023 + EXTRA SESSION THURSDAY
23/03 PM (mandatory)
11 31/03/2023 (Friday) TOEIC
12 12/06/2023
You need to pay your
TOEIC fees for your resits
(€43, 20) to Mme THIBAUT
BEFORE your exam
otherwise you won’t be
allowed to sit the TOEIC
exam
athibaut@ismans.cesi.fr

16. SUPPORT MATERIAL AND WEBSITES
Here a list of support material and useful websites to improve
your English skills.
 To practise listening comprehension with videos and audios :
• ISL Collective video lessons https://en.islcollective.com/video-lessons/
• ‘Now this’ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn4sPeUomNGIr26bElVdDYg
• Listen a minute https://listenaminute.com/e/english.html
Don’t forget Youtube for songs, tutorials, TED talks…
 To practise reading/listening skills linked to the News:
• Breaking News English https://breakingnewsenglish.com/
• One minute world BBC News
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOixzgWxGZAkY5ZB
r1IQwLEa2BHVnzAxa
• ABC News video https://abcnews.go.com/Video/
• VOA News https://www.voanews.com/p/7755.html
 To practise Grammar :
 https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/fr/grammar
 https://www.english-4u.de/grammar1.htm
 https://www.usingenglish.com/quizzes/
 https://www.gingersoftware.com/content/grammar-rules/
 To practise Vocabulary :
 Themed vocabulary http://www.blairenglish.com/
 Quizlet https://quizlet.com/fr-fr
 Popplet https://www.popplet.com/
 Online dictionaries :
 https://www.wordreference.com/
 https://www.wordhippo.com
 https://www.snappywords.com

17. Shoot for the
MOON
even if you miss
you’ll land among the
STARS

18. HOW?
1. Get your planner ready
2. Prepare a calendar for your revisions
3. Know what works best for you. Revisions
alone? in pairs? groups? Revision cards?
Recording yourself?
4. Use past papers
5. Go to see your teachers and ask questions
about your courses and methodology
6. DON’T GIVE UP
7. We are here to HELP YOU
8. Get enough sleep, exercise and a good
diet.

19. NOW, IS THERE ANYTHING YOU WOULD NEED
FROM US?

20. SO NEVER GIVE UP, THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR
OWN HANDS !

21. INNOVATION AND FUTURE
 https://www.visualcapitalist.com/timeline-future-technology/

22. PRESENT YOUR INTERNSHIP COMPANY = 30’
PREP
 Present to the rest of the class your internship (2’)
 Use a one-slide presentation to help you
 Include information about:
- The History of the company
- The Organization
- Type of sector
- Type of products
- Tasks you had to do
- Challenges….

23. HOW YOU WILL BE
ASSESSED