The EFL Magazine Podcast
The podcast for English as a foreign language.
The EFL Magazine Podcast
Digital Learning Reimagined: Aspire by OUP & Learnlight
Today's podcast guests are Santiago Ruiz de Velasco, Managing Director of OUP’s English Language Teaching division Benjamin Joseph, CEO and Co-founder of Learnlight.
Higher education institutions (HEIs) face the challenge of supporting non-native English speakers, including students and researchers, by providing courses that effectively and flexibly enhance their skills in a way that aligns with academic demands. A recent study indicates that the higher education sector may miss valuable contributions from researchers and students due to language barriers; many non-native speakers spend additional time navigating academic texts, preparing for presentations, and working on group projects.
Aspire was created to tackle these issues directly by offering a comprehensive English language training program, available in both digital and virtual instructor-led formats for individuals and groups. These sessions are led by globally renowned trainers who have undergone specialized professional development crafted by Oxford University Press.
Key Benefits of Aspire:
- Proven and Reliable Methods: Aspire is built on Learnlight's proprietary science, including the Learnlight Empowerment Method™ and Flipped Classroom approach, which have been proven to accelerate proficiency by 40%, ensuring timely, measurable results. This is complemented by content from Oxford University Press, a globally respected academic publisher with over 500 years of experience.
- Instruction by Experts: Aspire provides high-quality, practical instruction tailored to professional settings, delivered by exceptional trainers who meet Learnlight's rigorous performance metrics and have completed specialized training with Oxford University Press.
- Assessments and Certifications: Learners start with the Oxford Placement Test to find the right learning path and complete regular progress tests. After passing the final assessment, they receive a co-branded certificate from Oxford University Press and Learnlight, a solid credential of their language proficiency.
- Innovative Learning Tools: Aspire provides access to resources like the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary and Learnlight’s extensive learning tools, including its AI-powered Fluency Lab, daily conversation practice, grammar guides, and magazines for ongoing learning.
For HEI’s looking to find out how this transformative program can support students and researchers with language learning, you can register your interest here.