English courses level B1/B2
The complete program of our B1 / B2 English training
The Road Trip USA training is designed as a virtual trip to the United States! The program includes an east-to-west itinerary to take you to Boston, New York, Nashville, Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Alaska, before heading back to the Midwestern cities of Chicago and Detroit.
The objective of the course is to enable intermediate-level learners (B1/B2) to strengthen their English skills in a motivating environment. The module offers 17 themes structured around real-life situations to promote immersion and natural language learning.
Throughout the course, you will work on oral and written comprehension, grammar, vocabulary targeted by theme and pronunciation, all thanks to varied resources and activities: illustrated lessons, dialogues, film trailers and fun exercises.
At the end of this intermediate B1 / B2 English course, you will have acquired useful language skills for traveling independently, understanding your English-speaking interlocutors and expressing yourself in everyday conversation.
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Course excerpt: Discover New York City
Want to learn more about the program? Check out an excerpt from Course 3: New York City: The Big Apple.
To get you in the mood, the first lesson is entirely dedicated to the legendary city of the United States: you will discover its history, its emblematic monuments and its unmissable museums!
A second lesson introduces the grammar concepts needed to situate events in time (with prepositions of time: at 10.15, on Monday, in August ) and in space (with prepositions of place: at the hospital, on Malcolm street, in Korea ).
The third lesson will be an opportunity to assimilate the terminology and expressions necessary to talk about your travels, describe your program or evoke your trips. You will learn the vocabulary related to:
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To means of transport ( a vehicle, a ferry, a tram, a van , etc.);
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To the different parts of a car ( a steering wheel, an engine, a rear-view mirror , etc.);
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To people ( a pedestrian, a flight attendant, a cabin crew , etc.);
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At the airport ( departure lounge, boarding pass, hand luggage , etc.);
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On the road ( a traffic jam, a road sign, a crossroads, roadworks , etc.);
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Useful items to take ( hairdryer, sunscreen ).
This lesson also allows you to master:
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Verbs and prepositions associated with travel ( to take off, to pull up, to get away , etc.);
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Adjectives to describe your discoveries ( breathtaking, luxurious, stunning, picturesque, unusual , etc.);
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The vocabulary of tourist places ( a statue, a square, a castle, a temple , etc.).
All lessons are accompanied by interactive exercises to practice your new skills in realistic situations.
Who is this training for?
The Road Trip USA course is an "intermediate" level English course. It is aimed at all B1/B2 level learners who wish to consolidate and maintain their skills. It is particularly suitable for:
- For students who want to improve their general English;
- For adults who want to improve their understanding and expression in English before a trip or with a view to broadening their professional prospects.
The concrete skills you will acquire
The module aims to help you improve all the skills needed to understand and express yourself in English. Specifically, you will expand your vocabulary on a variety of topics: education and studies (Boston), travel (New York City), music (Nashville), going out (Las Vegas), cinema (Los Angeles), new technologies (San Francisco), food (Seattle), arts and museums (Chicago), and landscapes and nature (including national parks).
You will also learn to master basic grammar concepts: definite and indefinite articles, prepositions of time and place, adverbs and adverbial phrases, etc.
More generally, following this intermediate English course (level B2) online will help you develop skills to:
- Communicate orally fluently;
- Travel independently in an English-speaking country (ask for information or tell about an experience);
- Understand a discussion in everyday English (on social issues such as gun control);
- Identify the main and secondary ideas in a text;
- Understanding factual information and points of view expressed;
- Write clear messages, emails or short stories;
- Be aware of cultural differences.
A teaching methodology designed for your success
Our program is designed to help you progress step by step and to help you assimilate knowledge over time.
A thematic and gradual progression
The Road Trip USA module consists of 17 themes of increasing difficulty. Each stage of the virtual journey addresses an aspect of American culture while introducing new grammar and vocabulary concepts. This allows you to improve your English skills naturally and through real-life situations for a gradual immersion in the language.
A multiplicity of supports and activities
To make the learning process more engaging, the program uses a wide variety of materials: movie trailers, news videos, press articles, novel excerpts, and fun facts to enrich your general knowledge! This combination of formats makes you work on all the essential language skills: listening and reading comprehension, speaking and writing, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
Personalized and adaptive learning
The activities offered are adjusted to your level thanks to the platform's adaptive training system. You follow a customized course that allows you to progress at your own pace. Throughout the module, you have access to precise statistics and an analysis of your performance to identify your strengths and areas for improvement.
Regular reviews to consolidate acquired knowledge
Each part of the module is accompanied by course sheets, practice exercises, and detailed answer keys to help you revisit key concepts at any time. The corrections to your exercises help you understand mistakes and progress independently. Start training today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I am B1 or B2 in English?
To find out your level of English, you can compare your skills with the descriptions in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
- At level B1: you understand the essential points in familiar contexts (work, school, leisure); you manage when traveling and can produce simple speech on everyday or personal subjects; you can recount an experience or express reasons for a project.
- At level B2: you understand complex texts, even technical ones, and can communicate fluently with a native speaker; you express yourself clearly on a wide variety of subjects, including opinions on current events and detailed arguments.
How long does it take to reach level B2 in English?
The Road Trip USA training , which aims for a B2 level, is designed to be completed in 35 hours. However, it is important to note that the time required to reach level B2 depends on your starting level, your regularity, and the time you dedicate to learning English each week. Ideally, it is recommended to take a B2 level English course, stay consistent, and increase the opportunities to practice English on a daily basis. Learning a language requires consistency, dedication, and patience. With regular practice, you will begin to see progress quickly.
How can I validate my B2 level of English?
You can validate a B2 level of English by taking an official certification, such as the TOEIC, TOEFL, or Cambridge B2 First (FCE). These certifications attest to your level and can be used on your CV in an academic or professional setting.
How to progress quickly to level B1?
To progress quickly, it's important to practice every day by combining different activities: watching videos, listening to radio shows, reading texts, practicing writing, and practicing speaking. Taking a B1 level English course like the Road Trip USA program will help you progress efficiently.
