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English for Everyday Life

Speak, read, and write practical English for shopping, appointments, school, and daily conversations in the U.S.

SpeakingListeningEveryday vocabularyForms and documents

Enroll · $295 View curriculum

Modules

Lessons

3.1h

Core video & practice

Overview

What you'll be ready to do

1Introduce yourself and hold simple conversations

2Understand appointments, signs, and instructions

3Fill out common forms with confidence

4Ask for help at a clinic, bank, or school

Duration

48 instructional hours

Pace

8 weeks

Format

Online · Instructor-led

Lessons

11 lessons · 3 modules

Level

Beginner

Credential

Certificate of Completion

Learn with support in your language

Beginner lessons include key words explained in Dari, Pashto, Farsi, Spanish, and Arabic.

Curriculum

Course curriculum

3 modules · 11 lessons · sample content, updated as the curriculum grows.

3 Video1 Reading5 Practice2 Quiz

1Hello and first conversations4 lessons · 60 min

Greetings, introductions, numbers, and questions you use every day.

Greetings and introductionsPreviewVideo · 10 min

Numbers, dates, and timePractice · 20 min

Asking simple questionsPractice · 20 min

Unit checkQuiz · 10 min

2Around town3 lessons · 52 min

Shopping, transportation, directions, and paying for things.

At the grocery storeVideo · 12 min

Taking the busReading · 15 min

Asking for directionsPractice · 25 min

3Health, home, and school4 lessons · 72 min

Doctor visits, housing, and talking with your child's teacher.

Making an appointmentVideo · 12 min

Talking to your landlordPractice · 20 min

Parent–teacher meetingPractice · 25 min

Final speaking checkQuiz · 15 min

Who this course is for

Newcomers to the United States
Adults with little or no English
Parents who want to talk with schools
Anyone who wants more daily confidence

What you'll need

No English level required
A phone, tablet, or computer
About 6 hours per week

Your credential

Certificate of Completion

Complete every module to earn an EggShell Certificate of Completion listing the course, hours, and skills covered. EggShell does not award academic degrees.

Your learning team

Farida Noori

ESL instructor · TESOL certified

Arrived in California as a newcomer herself. Teaches English that learners can use at the store, clinic, and school the same day.

FAQ

Questions about this course

I don't speak any English. Can I join?

Yes. This course starts from the very beginning, with key words explained in several home languages.

Are classes live?

Yes, with small live sessions plus recorded lessons you can replay anytime.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes. When you complete every module you receive an EggShell Certificate of Completion. EggShell does not award academic degrees.

Can I pay in installments?

Yes. At checkout you can pay in full or split the total into two payments.

What if I fall behind?

Lessons stay available so you can catch up, and instructors can help you plan a realistic schedule.

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