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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson44: Leave policy

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1. seek 求める、依頼する
  Seek approval from your team leader first before you leave.
2. file 届けを出す、申請する
  Have you already filed your leave?
3. keep (something) in mind ~を念頭に置く
  I’ll keep the policy in mind. Thanks for reminding me!
4. fill out 記入する
  Please fill out this application form.
5. approve 承認する
  I approve of his suggestions.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. When do you need to seek approval from your supervisor or manager?
2. How many days before the desired date must you file leave requests?
3. What is something that employees must always keep in mind?
4. Do you need to fill out a form when requesting leaves?
5. How many days does it usually take for your supervisor to approve leave requests?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hi, Emma. I heard you’re planning to go on a three-day leave next month.
Yes, it’s my birth month. I’m going to celebrate it with my family in Tennoji.

I see. Make sure you seek approval from your team leader before filing.
Thanks for reminding me! By the way, should I request the leave
a day before the date?

No, you have to file the leave at least three days prior to your desired date.
I’ll keep that in mind. We have to use a form, right?

Yes. Employees must complete an online leave form for our supervisor to approve it.
Got it. Thanks for sharing the policy with me!

No problem. Enjoy your leave!
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

Hi, Emma. I heard you’re planning to go on a three-day leave next month.
Yes, it’s my birth month. I’m going to celebrate it with my family in Tennoji.

I see. Make sure you ______________ from your team leader before filing.
Thanks for reminding me! By the way, should I request the leave
a day before the date?

No, you have to file the leave at least three days ______________.
I’ll keep that in mind. We have to use a form, right?

Yes. ______________ complete an online leave form for our supervisor to approve it.
Got it. Thanks for sharing the policy with me!

No problem. Enjoy your leave!
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Have you already filed your leave for next week?
Not yet.

Make sure you seek ______________ your supervisor before filing.
Thanks for the reminder! Is it okay to request the leave on the same day?

No, that’s not allowed. You have to ______________ at least two days prior to your desired date.
I see, then I have to file it early. Do we need to fill out a form?

Yes, employees ______________ an online leave form.
Noted on all of those. Thanks for reminding me!

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
It is a new employee’s first time filing for a leave. Share the policy with your tutor, who will pretend to be your new colleague.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson43: Vacation leave

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1. time off 休暇
  I’d like to request time off this Sunday.
2. intend 意図する、つもりである
  I intend to stay the night at Anna’s.
3. in advance あらかじめ
  Let me know in advance if we’ll go to the bookstore next week or not.
4. cover 肩代わりする、代行する
  Don’t worry, my tasks are already covered by my teammates.
5. take over 引き継ぐ、引き取る
  Alex is sick. I’ll take over his tasks for today.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. How often do you request time off from work?
2. What do you intend to do on your next rest day?
3. What is the advantage of informing your team about your leave in advance?
4. How do you ask your teammates to cover your tasks when you are not around?
5. When one of your teammates is sick, do you take over his/her tasks?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Ms. Davis, could I request something?
Hi, Ron. Sure, take a seat.

If possible, I’d like to request time off from August 13 to 15.
May I know the reason?

Well, it’s my grandfather’s birthday on the 13th, and I intend to celebrate it with my family during this time.
What about the tasks you’ll be leaving behind?

Oh, no worries. I already informed my teammates in advance. I’ll make sure my responsibilities are covered while I’m on vacation.
All right, please give instructions to your teammates who’ll take over your
tasks before you leave. Also, happy birthday to your grandfather in advance!

Thank you, Miss!
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

Ms. Davis, could I request something?
Hi, Ron. Sure, take a seat.

If possible, I’d like to ______________ from August 13 to 15.
May I know the reason?

Well, it’s my grandfather’s birthday on the 13th, and ______________ celebrate it with my family during this time.
What about the tasks you’ll be leaving behind?

Oh, no worries. I already informed my teammates in advance. I’ll make sure my responsibilities are ______________.
All right, please give instructions to your teammates who’ll take over
your tasks before you leave. Also, happy birthday to your grandfather in advance!

Thank you, Miss!
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Good afternoon, Ms. Clark. I’d like to talk to you about something.
Please take a seat.

Thank you. If possible, I’d ______________ time off from April 6 to 8.
May I know why?

My sister is getting married on the 7th, and I ______________ make preparations and celebrate it during this time.
Have you made preparations before you leave?

Yes, Miss. I’ll make sure ______________ covered while I’m away.
Wonderful. Please don’t forget to recheck everything before you leave.
Also, congratulations to your sister!

Thank you!
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You will have a family reunion on May 16. Request for vacation leave from May 16 to 17 to your tutor, who will pretend to be your team leader.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson37: Giving opinion to a presentation (2)

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. present 提示する、伝える、提出する
  You are scheduled to present your report at 15:00.
2. promote 販売促進する、宣伝する
  We will help Allen promote his books.
3. socialize 社交的に活動する、交際する
  She likes socializing with her students.
4. effectively 効果的に
  As advertised, the bleach effectively removes stains on clothes.
5. least 少しでも
  The team spent the least time checking the products.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What preparations do you do before you present something at work?
2. For you, what does teamwork promote?
3. Do you enjoy socializing outside of work?
4. Do time-tracking tools effectively record time spent on tasks?
5. What is the least effective way of prioritizing tasks?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good morning. Is everyone here?
Yes, Mr. Evans. I have already checked everybody’s attendance.

Thank you, Ms. Brown. Shall we proceed with the presentation?
You may start now. I will be asking questions along the way.

Our agenda for today’s presentation is how to improve teamwork. In my opinion, team-building activities improve teamwork.
Could you present reasons why?

Of course. Team-building activities promote socializing, boosting team performance, and friendly competitions.
Good reasoning.

Thank you. Such activities also strengthen team spirit and endorse celebrations. It is essential to design team-building projects to form a strong team bound by unity.
Very well said.

Some claim that technology improves teamwork. I disagree with this idea. Physical activities can effectively improve companionship because people communicate face-to-face.
Thank you for that wonderful presentation, Mr. Evans.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

Good morning. Is everyone here?
Yes, Mr. Evans. I have already checked everybody’s attendance.

Thank you, Ms. Brown. Shall we proceed with the presentation?
You may start now. I will be asking questions along the way.

Our agenda for today’s presentation is how to improve teamwork. ______________, team-building activities improve teamwork.
Could you present reasons why?

Of course. Team-building activities promote socializing, boosting team performance, and friendly competitions.
Good reasoning.

Thank you. Such activities also strengthen team spirit and endorse celebrations. ______________ design team-building projects to form a strong team bound by unity.
Very well said.

Some claim that technology improves teamwork. I ______________ this idea. Physical activities can effectively improve companionship because people communicate face-to-face.
Thank you for that wonderful presentation, Mr. Evans.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Good morning. Since everyone is already here, could I start now with my presentation?
Of course, Ms. Moore.

Thank you. The agenda for my presentation is how to improve work productivity. In my opinion, tracking the time spent on tasks ______________.
Could you present reasons to support that idea?

Of course. We can easily see how much time is spent if we track it. This way, our managers will know which tasks take up the most time in a day.
That is a good reason.

Thank you. We can also reflect on which tasks we need to improve. It is ______________ track time on each activity we do in a day.
Very well said.

Some say that time tracking is time-consuming. ______________ with this opinion. In fact, this activity takes up the least amount of time.
Thank you for your presentation, Ms. Moore.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are scheduled today to discuss the importance of time management. Present your piece using the phrases you have learned today. Your tutor will pretend to be one of your colleagues participating in the discussion.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson111: Asking about preparations for a company retreat

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. catering ケータリング、出前
  Three generations of the Cruz family have worked in the catering industry.
2. trophy トロフィー
  Our company won a trophy for producing the best commercial of the year.
3. souvenir 記念品、お土産
  I visited a store that customizes corporate souvenirs.
4. volunteer ボランティア
  There were a lot of volunteers at the beach clean-up.
5. speaker スピーカー、演説する人
  The speaker is a professor from the University of Oregon.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Does your company avail of catering services during big events?
2. Have you ever won a trophy from a game during a company event?
3. What souvenirs have you received from your company?
4. Have you experienced being a volunteer for your company’s social activities?
5. If you were a speaker at a conference, what work/business topic would you talk about?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

How are the preparations for our retreat? Is the bus rental okay?
Bus rental is okay, sir. As for the catering, they are asking if we have
any special requests.

I don’t think anyone is allergic to seafood, but I’ll ask them later. Is the trophy for the game ready?
It will arrive two days from now, sir. For the souvenirs, how many
should I order?

40 pieces should be enough. Do we already have volunteers for the game?
Yes, sir, we have four volunteers from the quality assurance department.

That’s great! Have you already invited a speaker?
We have already contacted Mr. Fran who is going to talk about work habits.

Awesome! Thank you for your hard work!
And you sir.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

How are the preparations for our retreat? Is the bus rental okay?
Bus rental is okay, sir. As for the ________, they are asking if we have
any special requests.

I don’t think anyone is allergic to seafood, but I’ll ask them later. Is the _______ for the game ready?
It will arrive two days from now, sir. For the ________, how many should I order?

40 pieces should be enough. Do we already have volunteers for the game?
Yes, sir, we have four volunteers from the quality assurance department.

That’s great! Have you already invited a speaker?
We have already contacted Mr. Fran who is going to talk about work habits.

Awesome! Thank you for your hard work!
And you sir.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Emma, what’s the status on catering?
Catering is okay, sir. As for the souvenirs, you still have to choose the design.

Yes, I’ll do that later. Do we already have ________ from each department?
As of now, we only have three volunteers. They’re all from the IT department.

I see. Have you already invited a _________?
Yes, sir, Mrs. Prim will be having a talk on effective time management.

Good topic. Is the trophy for the team-building game ready?
It will arrive on Wednesday morning.

Great. Thank you, Emma.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Your boss asked you about the preparations for the company retreat. Tell your boss updates using the phrases you have learned. Your tutor will act as the boss.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson110: Understanding a company retreat announcement

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. retreat 休養
  Everyone gathered early for the retreat.
2. create 作る、作成する
  The company’s goal is to create trusted products.
3. atmosphere 雰囲気
  The office has a bright and fun atmosphere.
4. trust 信頼
  You have to gain their trust.
5. mandatory 義務的な、強制的な
  It is now mandatory to wear a mask at work.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. When was the last time your company had a retreat?
2. Do you create tasks on any project management software?
3. What is your office’s atmosphere like?
4. Why is it important for your client to develop trust in your product/service?
5. What is one activity that is mandatory in your office?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good morning, everyone. I’m pleased to announce that we are going to have our company retreat next month.
When is it going to be?

It is going to be from September 3 to 6 at Stonebridge Retreat Center.
Ah, I see. Should we just pack light?

Yes, all you’re going to need are essentials. We will cover the food.
That’s great! Thank you!

This is a time to unwind and a chance for us to create a better atmosphere of trust and positivity.
We’re looking forward to it! How will we get there?

We will rent a bus. The meeting place is here, at the office. Please give your teams a heads-up.
Okay, sir. Is the retreat mandatory?

Yes, it is. If for some reason you can’t attend, please provide us with a valid reason.
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Good morning, everyone. I’m pleased to announce that we are going to have our company retreat next month.
When is it going to be?

It is going to be from September 3 to 6 at Stonebridge Retreat Center.
Ah, I see. Should we just pack light?

Yes, all you’re going to need are essentials. We will cover the food.
That’s great! Thank you!

This is a time to unwind and a chance for us _______ a better atmosphere of __________.
We’re looking forward to it! How will we get there?

We will rent a bus. The meeting place is here, at the office. Please give your teams a heads-up.
Okay, sir. Is the retreat ________?

Yes, it is. If for some reason you can’t attend, please provide us with a valid reason.
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Good morning. I’m sure everyone has heard about our upcoming _________.
Yes, sir, we have.

Does anyone have any questions?
I have one, sir. Is it mandatory?

Yes, it is. If for some reason you can’t attend, please inform us with a valid reason.
Copy that, sir. Should we just pack light?

Of course, just bring your essentials. We will provide your meals and snacks.
Great! We’re excited!

You should be! This is a chance for us to create a better ________ of trust and positivity.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Ask questions about your company’s retreat using the phrases you have learned. Your tutor will act as your boss and will announce the details of the upcoming retreat.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson109: Asking questions about health and safety in the workplace

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. concern 懸念、心配事
  The management would like to listen to your concerns.
2. setup 設定
  It took me a long time to adjust to the setup of my new company.
3. option 選ぶこと、選択肢
  We don’t have an option to schedule another meeting.
4. productive 生産的な
  I drink five cups of coffee every day to be more productive.
5. adopt 採用する、導入する
  You need to adopt a new strategy to make it work.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Who do you talk to when you have concerns regarding your tasks?
2. How would you describe your work setup?
3. Do you have an option to work from home?
4. What time of the day are you most productive?
5. How do you convince your co-workers to adopt your idea?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Before we end this meeting, does anyone have concerns regarding our work-from-home setup?
I have one, sir. Do we have an option to work at the office next month?

Yes, if you think you can be more productive there and if it is more convenient.
Okay, I understand.

Rest assured that we will disinfect the office regularly. There will be hand sanitizers in designated areas.
I see, sir. Are we entitled to sick leave?

Yes, of course.
Would we still be meeting clients outside?

No, we will adopt a teleconference setup. Your safety is our number one priority.
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Before we end this meeting, does anyone have ______ regarding our ___________?
I have one, sir. Do we have an _____________ next month?

Yes, if you think you can be more productive there and if it is more convenient.
Okay, I understand.

Rest assured that we will disinfect the office regularly. There will be hand sanitizers in designated areas.
I see, sir. Are we entitled to sick leave?

Yes, of course.
Would we still be meeting clients outside?

No, we will adopt a teleconference setup. Your safety is our number one priority.
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Emma, does your company give you the option to work from home?
Yes, Ron. But I still prefer to work at the office. I’m more _________ there.

I see. What policies do they have to ensure employee safety?
We are required to wear a mask and face shield. There are hand sanitizers everywhere.

Will you still go outside for meetings?
Not anymore! Starting next week, we will ______ a teleconference setup.

I see. Who do you report to if you experience any symptoms?
I report to my team leader.

Well, I’m glad your company values your health and safety.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Your company will adopt a work-from-home setup next week. Ask questions/tell your concerns to your boss about this change using the phrases you have learned. Your tutor will act as the boss.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson101: Job description

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. data データ、資料
  As a secretary, I often enter data into the computer.
2. analyst 分析者、アナリスト
  I’m currently working from home as a web analyst.
3. store お店
  She’s busy storing her books inside the boxes.
4. gather 集める
  The townspeople have gathered for the opening of the new city hall.
5. improvement 改善
  Our house needs improvement.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Do you deal with a lot of data at work?
2. Does your company hire analysts?
3. Where do you store reports/documents?
4. Do you sometimes gather with your co-workers before work starts?
5. What area in your company do you think needs improvement?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Emma, It’s been a while. How have you been?
Hi, Ron! Everything’s well with me. I got a new job as a data analyst.

Interesting, how would describe your job?
Well, as a data analyst, I’m entrusted with the job of collecting and
storing data on sales numbers and market research.

Oh, so that’s how it is. And what do you do with the data you have gathered?
From there, we provide businesses and organizations with solutions
for improvement.

In what industry are you working?
The healthcare industry.

Well, It was nice chatting with you and learning about your job. I wish you all the best.
You too, Ron.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Emma, It’s been a while. How have you been?
Hi, Ron! Everything’s well with me. I got a new job as a data _______.

Interesting, how would describe your job?
Well, as a data analyst, I’m entrusted with the job of collecting and
storing data on sales numbers and market research.

Oh, so that’s how it is. And what do you do with the data you have _______?
From there, we provide businesses and organizations
with _________________.

In what industry are you working?
The healthcare industry.

Well, It was nice chatting with you and learning about your job. I wish you all the best.
You too, Ron.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Hey, Emma. I heard you got a new job!
Yes, I did. I’m now a ______ analyst for a manufacturing company.

Good for you! How would you describe your job?
Hmm. Data analysts are responsible for collecting and _________ data
on sales numbers and market research.

Oh, wow. And once you’ve gathered the data, what do you do?
With the help of the data, we are able to identify the areas of
improvement in an organization.

What’s the most taxing part of your job?
Hmm, probably working overtime almost every day.

Oh, I’m sorry about that.
Well, with the high salary and other benefits,
the position has its fair share of rewards.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Give your tutor a detailed description of your job. Listen to your tutor give her job description as well.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson100: Writing an incident report about a problem

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. formally 正式に
  I will formally introduce you to our client next week.
2. malfunction 機能不良、故障、誤動作
  My laptop is not working because of a hardware malfunction.
3. incident (主に不快な)出来事,騒動、事件
  There was an incident at the office this morning.
4. technician 技術者
  The company is hiring a new technician.
5. continue 継続する
  You need to continue improving the quality of this material.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Do you formally address everyone at work?
2. Who do you report to when you encounter a malfunction at work? (device, system)
3. Do incidents often happen in your workplace?
4. Does your company have a technician?
5. When you make a mistake at work, do you stop and plan before you continue doing a task?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good morning. This is to formally report and document the malfunction of our printers.
Thank you for informing us.
I’m afraid this incident can give rise to delays in our tasks.

I’m afraid so, too. I am writing in hopes that the printers will be repaired immediately.
We’ll get in contact with our technician right away.

Thank you.
I’ll talk with the accounting department to allow us to use their printers.

That would be great. In the meantime, we’ll continue designing the materials.
Yes, thank you. Please expect another email later.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART C_2

Good morning. This is to formally report and document the _______ of our printers.
Thank you for informing us.
I’m afraid this _______ can give rise to delays in our tasks.

I’m afraid so, too. I am writing in hopes that the printers will be repaired immediately.
We’ll get in contact with our _________ right away.

Thank you.
I’ll talk with the accounting department to allow us to use their printers.

That would be great. In the meantime, we’ll continue designing the materials.
Yes, thank you. Please expect another email later.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Good morning. This is to _______ report and document the argument I had with Mr. Lee.
Thank you for informing us.

I cannot deal with his abusive behavior anymore.
We understand.
We’re afraid this incident would cause us to part ways with Mr. Lee.

I understand that, ma’am.
In the meantime, you can ______ working with another client, Mr. Tan.

Copy that, ma’am. I believe that would be best.
Thank you.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Report on the malfunction of your laptop to your team leader. Your tutor will act as the team leader.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson93: Propose a venue for a stay-in business conference

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. reject 拒絶する、拒否する、却下する
  He was afraid of having his ideas rejected.
2. neighboring 隣接する
  My dad and I will go fishing in the neighboring town.
3. accessible 近づきやすい、アクセス可能な、アクセスしやすい
  The restaurant was accessible to everyone.
4. in charge 担当して
  Mrs. Lena is in charge of training the new employees.
5. booking 予約
  The hotel received more than 200 bookings for the winter season.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What would you say to a co-worker whose project proposal has been rejected?
2. Do you visit neighboring cities as part of your job?
3. Is the location of your office accessible?
4. Which department in your company is in charge of marketing materials?
5. In your office, who arranges the booking of hotel accommodations for business trips?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

The venues we proposed for the digital marketing conference were rejected. Does anyone else know a good venue?
I personally recommend the Westin Hotel. It’s near the airport.

The attendees will be flying from neighboring countries. So yes, that venue is accessible.
The hotel has a total of 35 meeting rooms. Their guestrooms look great too.

Emma, please coordinate with the hotel. You’re in charge of the booking.
Yes, sir. Leave it all to me.

Please update me ASAP if they don’t have any available rooms on July 23.
Okay, sir.

PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

The venues we proposed for the digital marketing conference _______. Does anyone else know a good venue?
I personally recommend the Westin Hotel.
It’s near the airport.

The attendees will be coming from neighboring countries so that ___________.
The hotel has a total of 35 meeting rooms. Their guestrooms look great too.

Emma, please coordinate with the hotel. You’re ________ of the booking.
Yes, sir. Leave it all to me.

Please update me ASAP if they don’t have any available rooms on July 23.
Okay, sir.

PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

If anyone knows a good venue for the sales conference, please tell me now. Ridgeway Hotel was rejected.
I personally recommend the Westin Hotel. It’s near the train station and offers more competitive rates than Ridgeway Hotel.

Why didn’t I think of that! That’s accessible for all the attendees coming from ________ cities.
Based on their online reviews, they have a conference room that can hold sixty people.

Emma, you’re in charge of _________. Please contact the hotel after this meeting
Yes, sir. I already have a contact person from the hotel.

Please update me immediately if they don’t have any available rooms on August 22.
Noted, sir.

PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
Propose a venue located in your city to your team leader, which will be used for a sales conference that will be held this summer. Your tutor will act as the team leader.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)|ビジネス会話(中級1章)
Lesson92: Clarification e-mail about a meeting

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. misunderstanding 誤解
  The two friends finally cleared up their misunderstanding.
2. confused 混乱している
  I am a bit confused about the report’s details.
3. fault 誤り、過ち、責任
  There is no one at fault here.
4. apologize 謝罪
  You need to apologize for what happened.
5. avoid 避ける
  He always avoids his problems.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Have you ever had a misunderstanding with a co-worker?
2. Have you been confused by an email?
3. Why is it important to admit your own fault at work?
4. How should you properly apologize to a client?
5. What is one thing that every employee should avoid doing at work?
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hi, Emma. Thank you for the information you provided in the meeting this morning.
No problem, sir.

However, I think there was a misunderstanding.
May I ask what happened, sir?

I’m afraid Mr. Allen didn’t understand what you meant by “virtual space”. He was quite confused.
It’s my fault, sir. I apologize. I will explain it to Mr. Allen later.

Okay.
I’ll make sure to use simpler terms to avoid any misunderstanding next time.

Right, that would be highly appreciated.
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.
PART C_2

Hi, Emma. Thank you for the information you provided in the meeting this morning.
No problem, sir.

However, I think there was a _____________.
May I ask what happened sir?

I’m afraid Mr. Allen didn’t understand what you meant by “virtual space”. He was quite ________.
It’s _______, sir. I apologize. I will explain it to Mr. Allen later.

Okay.
I’ll make sure to use simpler terms to avoid any misunderstanding next time.

Right, that would be highly appreciated.
PART D_1
Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART D_2

Thank you for the information you provided in the meeting this morning.
You’re welcome, sir.

However, I think there was a misunderstanding.
I’m sorry about that sir. May I know what it is?

I’m afraid most of the atttendees did not understand what you meant by “cloud computing”.
It’s completely my fault, sir. I ________.

Don’t worry about it. Just make sure you explain it again in our meeting tomorrow.
Okay, sir. I’ll make sure to explain it clearly to _______ any misunderstanding.

Yes, that would be highly appreciated.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You mentioned Skype during a meeting. However, one of your co-workers is not familiar with the application. Explain “Skype” to your co-worker in simple terms. Your tutor will act as the co-worker.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.