What Are Group Classes?【Courses & Teachers】

What Are Group Classes?【Courses & Teachers】

✅ What Are Group Classes?

Group classes refer to English lessons conducted with multiple students in the same session.
Unlike one-on-one lessons, group classes typically consist of 2 to 10 students learning together in a shared environment.

The goal is to improve real-life communication skills by allowing students to practice speaking and listening with classmates.

✅ Group Classes at 3D ACADEMY

At 3D ACADEMY, all ESL courses (General ESL, Intensive ESL, and Platinum ESL) include three group classes per day. These classes offer the following benefits:

• Multinational classroom environment (e.g., Japan, Vietnam, Taiwan, Russia)

• Small class sizes (average 4–6 students) with plenty of speaking opportunities

• Focus on specific skills, such as discussion, pronunciation, vocabulary, or English through media

Group classes not only help students get used to speaking English, but also give them the chance to learn about different cultures and perspectives.

Additionally, if you choose a test preparation course (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or TOEIC), you will join dedicated group classes focused on that exam.

✅ Common Class Formats

• Discussion & debate-based – Talk about current events and daily topics

• Pronunciation & intonation – Practice natural English sounds

• English through movies or TV – Learn fun and practical expressions

• Vocabulary & idioms – Expand useful words for real conversation

✅ Benefits of Group Classes

• Improves communication skills through real-time peer interaction

• Builds listening skills by hearing different speaking styles and accents
  ✴︎ Since English is a global language, the ability to understand classmates from different backgrounds is a key skill.

• Enhances social and cultural awareness

• Cost-effective – Group lessons are more affordable than one-on-one sessions
  ✴︎ At 3D ACADEMY, three group classes = the value of one one-on-one class in course structuring.

✅ Who Are Group Classes Best For?

• Learners who want to practice English in natural conversation settings

• Students who enjoy learning with peers from different countries

• Beginners who want to gradually build speaking confidence

• Working professionals or students preparing for group meetings or classroom settings abroad

✅ Group vs. One-on-One: How to Choose

• One-on-one: Ideal for personalized instruction and targeted questions
  ✴︎ Fully customizable, but note that test preparation classes require enrollment in a test-specific course.

• Group class: Builds interactive skills and real-time responses
  ✴︎ Group classes start on a rolling basis, so for short-term students (1–2 weeks), we recommend one-on-one focused courses.

At 3D ACADEMY, you can convert 3 group classes into 1 one-on-one class, allowing flexible course design based on your goals.