Past Events
Survival Japanese conversation for absolute beginners
2022-10-18These seminars are aimed at OISTers who may have missed the opportunity to join our regular Basic 1 classes.
Seminars will be held on Tuesdays st C600B in Lab2 from 11AM to Noon.
English for Academic Email Correspondence - Formality
2022-05-13What is the appropriate level of formality when writing email to people of different cultures?
In this seminar we will look at some key differences between formal and informal English in emails. We will learn about the signs to look for in formal English emails and discuss cultural considerations.
English for Academic Email Correspondence - Structuring Content
2022-04-15Ricardo Semler, CEO at Semco SA says: "The longer the message, the greater the chance of misinterpretation."
Putting yourself in your recipient’s shoes is key to getting your email read.
Business English communication Skills- Comparison
2022-04-06Business English communication skills may be essential in your work, or you may wish to improve your business English vocabulary, knowledge, and skills. This short series of 10 one-hour classes will help you work more effectively when using English. Each class will focus of a different aspect of business English communications. Classes will be at 3pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Business English communication Skills - Direct and Indirect Language
2022-04-04Business English communication skills may be essential in your work, or you may wish to improve your business English vocabulary, knowledge, and skills. This short series of 10 one-hour classes will help you work more effectively when using English. Each class will focus of a different aspect of business English communications. Classes will be at 3pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Business English communication Skills - Complaining and apologizing
2022-03-30Business English communication skills may be essential in your work, or you may wish to improve your business English vocabulary, knowledge, and skills. This short series of 10 one-hour classes will help you work more effectively when using English. Each class will focus of a different aspect of business English communications. Classes will be at 3pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Business English communication Skills - Meeting
2022-03-23Business English communication skills may be essential in your work, or you may wish to improve your business English vocabulary, knowledge, and skills. This short series of 10 one-hour classes will help you work more effectively when using English. Each class will focus of a different aspect of business English communications. Classes will be at 3pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.
English for Academic Email Correspondence - Salutations
2022-03-18Is it Dear Smith, Dear John, Dear John Smith, Dear Doctor John Smith, Dear Professor Smith, Honourable Professor Smith OR Dear Sir?
First impressions are important in writing too. Join us as we discuss how to address people you know and those you do not. We will look at titles and learn how to make it clear who the email is intended for.
International Schools virtual webinar
2022-03-16Virtual webinar with representatives from two area international schools: OCSI and Hope Academy
When: Wednesday, March 16, 1800-1930
Where: Zoom (click for link to register)
Target Audience: OIST parents/guardians/curious community members











