Practical Estonian Speaking Skills

About

This intensive three-week course focuses on strengthening and developing speaking skills.
Through structured discussions, listening activities, guided presentations and interactive tasks, students further develop their ability to express and justify opinions, participate in debates, and respond spontaneously in various communication situations. Particular attention is paid to expanding vocabulary, improving pronunciation and increasing grammatical control in spoken language.

The course emphasises real-life communication scenarios relevant to academic, professional and everyday contexts in Estonia. Students practise both monologic and dialogic speech, receive regular individual feedback, and develop strategies for maintaining natural conversational flow. Small groups (max. 10 participants) ensure active participation, personalised guidance and measurable progress within a short period of time.

Course leader

Juune Holvandus, MA In Estonian Language And Literature. She has been working with Tallinn Summer School since 2009 and is the author of five books.

Target group

It is recommended that participants have prior practical spoken Estonian skills at B1.2 level

Course aim

The aim of the course is to strengthen participants’ spoken Estonian by developing fluency, expanding vocabulary, improving pronunciation, and increasing confidence in real-life communication through intensive speaking practice and interactive activities.

Fee info

Accommodation and meals are not included in the price