I CAN READ is a comprehensive 4-skills-driven programme designed to build upon students’ language abilities to ensure life-long English proficiency. On average, it takes four years to acquire proficiency in a new language. Because language acquisition is an investment in a long-term learning process, the I Can Read system aims to shape students to be independent learners who gain the tools they need to continue learning English on their own throughout their lives.
Our ICR programmes are designed to enable students to achieve life-long English proficiency in all skills – Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening.
LEVELS OF THE PROGRAMME
I CAN READ 1,2,3:
I CAN READ 1-3 is a 12-month course that focuses on developing independent readers and confident English speakers. The course follows our renowned I Can Read system, which teachers and reinforces one new sound each unit using the proprietary I Can Read diacritical marks. In addition to reading, students develop their skills in the key areas of English Proficiency: listening, speaking and writing.
Lesson focus:
• Speaking in Complete Sentences – guided by target language.
• Decoding Words – using the ICR Screener and Code Card.
• Reading Fluently – through to ICR’s unique coding system.
• Learning New Vocabulary – by discussing word meanings.
• Answering Comprehension Questions – through class discussions.
• Learning Spelling Words – by focusing on specific sounds.
• Writing Simple Sentences – with guidance from the teacher
I CAN READ 4,5,6:
I CAN READ 4-6 is a 12-month course that focuses on reinforcing the speaking and reading skills gained in I Can Read 1-3. The course focuses on enhancing reading skills to include fluency, expression, pace and intonation, as well as ensuring that students are reading independently. Furthermore, there is a stronger emphasis on speaking and writing with correct grammar.
Lesson focus:
• Speaking in Complete Sentences – guided by target language.
• Decoding Words – with little to no reliance on the ICR Screener or Code Card.
• Reading Fluently – with little to no reliance on ICR’s coding system.
• Learning New Vocabulary – by discussing word meanings.
• Answering Comprehension Questions – through class discussions and by writing sentences.
• Learning Spelling Words – by focusing on specific sounds.
• Writing Complex Sentences – with guidance from the teacher.
• Learning Grammar Rules – through engaging classroom activities.
