Transform your English
Course opens November 25, 2026
Transform your English for Academic Purposes teaching with innovative strategies, cutting-edge methodologies, and a vibrant community of educators.
Not sure yet? Join our free intro webinar on October 14 – a taste of the course
Mediation and More Communication Modes
October 14th, 2026 • Free Online Event
Explore how mediation transforms language learning and discover innovative communication modes that engage students beyond traditional methods. Join us for an interactive session with practical takeaways!
✓ Live Interactive Session
✓ Downloadable Resources
✓ Q&A with Experts
Linguistic Mediation
Adapting messages across contexts and audiences
Communication Modes
Reception, production, interaction & mediation
Real-World Application
Design activities for authentic communication
About the Course
From EAP to EPIC is a practical, forward-looking course designed to help English language instructors align their teaching with the CEFR and Israel’s national English Reform. Through nine engaging units, participants explore the EPIC framework, deepen their understanding of the four modes of communication, and learn how to design meaningful, real-world learning experiences.
This hands-on course focuses on immediate application. Participants work with their own teaching materials, collaborate with peers, and develop ready-to-use EPIC-aligned units for their classrooms. By the end, instructors gain the tools, confidence, and practical strategies needed to create action-oriented lessons that prepare students for authentic international communication.
EPIC Framework
Transition to international communication focus
CEFR 2020
Aligned with revised frameworks and levels
Practical Tools
Text profiling, unit design templates
Expert Guidance
Learn from EPIC reform leaders
Course Syllabus
A comprehensive 9-unit journey through EPIC principles, CEFR 2020, and practical lesson design.
01
Introduction to EPIC
Explores the transition to English for the Purposes of International Communication and its three pillars: real-world communication, action-oriented learning, and integration of four communication modes.
02
CEFR 2020 & Learning Outcomes
Familiarizes with revised CEFR (2020). Practice benchmarking student work and develop Can Do descriptors aligned with CEFR levels.
03
Vocabulary & Text Profiling
Practical approach to vocabulary instruction using text-profiling tools. Develop data-informed Vocabulary Action Plans tailored to teaching context.
04
EPIC Unit Design in Practice
Demonstrates EPIC principles through sample unit of study. Examine rationale, tasks, and key differences from traditional EAP approaches.
05
Mediation Featured in Webinar
Central communication mode focused on adapting messages across contexts and audiences. Design activities supporting effective communication across all modes.
06
Reception: Reading & Listening
Integrate reception skills into meaningful tasks. Design activities supporting comprehension, interpretation, and preparation for further communication.
07
Production: Speaking & Writing
Develop students’ ability to express ideas clearly and effectively. Design tasks preparing learners to communicate for real-world audiences and purposes.
08
Interaction
Emphasizes real-time communication skills. Support students in responding, asking questions, and engaging in spontaneous, meaningful interaction.
09
Integrative EPIC Unit Plan
Synthesize learning by designing a complete EPIC unit outline. Integrate all four communication modes within action-oriented, real-world CEFR-aligned framework.