English Castle is an official institution that offers comprehensive English language education, accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Education. Situated in a lively environment, our institute is dedicated to providing a supportive and interactive learning atmosphere for students at all levels. This student guide is your roadmap to navigating your English learning journey with us.
At English Castle, our teachers are highly qualified and experienced in utilizing innovative teaching methodologies to deliver courses tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our curriculum is specifically designed to enhance students’ skills in all aspects of the English language, including conversation, listening, reading, and writing.
We offer a variety of programs suitable for different age groups, ranging from general English courses for beginners to advanced language proficiency programs, specialized academic courses, and preparation classes for internationally recognized exams such as TOEFL or IELTS.
The facilities at English Castle are modern and designed to facilitate learning. They are equipped with contemporary classrooms, a cinema hall, and a well-stocked library. Additionally, comfortable study rooms are available for students. The institute also organizes cultural events, workshops, and extracurricular activities that promote language practice and foster understanding among students from diverse backgrounds.
English Castle is dedicated to delivering personalized instruction through scheduled and flexible sessions between students and their professors. This approach ensures that each student effectively achieves their language learning goals.
In conclusion, English Castle is an institute that is fully committed to providing English language education of the highest quality. It fosters a supportive community and empowers students to become confident and proficient in English communication.
The following are the rules that students must adhere to during lessons
Students are required to have the necessary equipment for online study, including a good internet connection, computer, camera, headphones, and microphone.
Students should create a quiet study environment that facilitates concentration during lessons.
Only English should be spoken by students during the lesson.
Students must keep their camera and microphone turned on for the entire duration of the lesson.
If a student turns off their camera or microphone during the lesson, it will be considered an absence.
Female students are allowed to wear a veil or mask during the lesson.
Students must meet the specified deadlines for submitting assignments set by the teacher.
Students must adhere to the test schedules during the course, and no rescheduling will be permitted.
Students must write exercise answers by hand on a paper, following the instructions in the workbook. The student is solely responsible for any negligence in this regard, not the administration or the teacher.
Attendance of students is recorded hourly and taken into account when evaluating overall performance in the class.
If a student fails to achieve a passing grade of at least 70% or exceeds an absence rate of more than 20% of the course hours, they will be considered as having failed the course.
Any student joining the session after 10 minutes from the start will be considered late, and after 25 minutes, they will be marked as absent.
Eating, drinking, or chewing is strictly prohibited during the lesson, as well as any other distractions from the lesson.
Students will be provided with books and course materials at their own expense on the study platform (portal).
If a student is absent for three or more consecutive study sessions, their level will be reassessed.
Once the term has begun, students cannot freeze or change their enrollment time.
The lessons conducted during the semester will be live sessions via Zoom and will not be recorded or available for replay.
Students must show respect for the cultural, intellectual, and religious differences of teachers and fellow students, and refrain from discussing sensitive topics such as religion and politics.
Students cannot choose their preferred teacher or classmates, as student groupings are done randomly. The institute’s administration reserves the right to transfer students between groups as deemed necessary.
To access the institute’s platform, follow these steps:
2. Enter the username and password provided to you through the institute’s email.
3. Once you have logged into your account on the educational platform, you will see the “MY COURSES” section. Your specific lesson will be listed directly below it. If you don’t see your lesson, it means you haven’t been enrolled in any course yet. The course information, including the level name, schedule, and teacher’s name, will be clearly stated.
4. Click on the lesson you want to access, and you will be directed to another page. Scroll down to find the schedule for the first and second week.
5. The Zoom link for the class is updated daily and will only be active during the scheduled class time. The Zoom link will include the date of the day. When you click on the Zoom link, select “JOIN MEETING” and wait for the teacher to accept your request.
6. For a step-by-step guide on how to join the class, you can watch the following video:
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