English is everywhere. In our phones, at work, in customer support chats, and across global teams. Yet for many beginners, speaking English still feels intimidating. Fear of making mistakes, limited chances to practice, and a lack of supportive learning environments often keep people silent—even when they understand more than they think.
At 24Slides, we believe access to education should empower people, not hold them back. That belief is what made us expand 24Academy from an internal training platform to an open learning initiative—one that uses our skills, experience, and global perspective to give back to our communities.
After years of developing market-relevant courses, we felt ready to take a new step: launching Beginner’s English by 24Academy, our first language-focused course—designed not around perfection, but around confidence.
A New Chapter for 24Academy
As a BCorp-certified company, 24Slides is committed to initiatives that create real social impact. Expanding into language learning is part of our broader mission to diversify educational opportunities while keeping them practical, accessible, and relevant to today’s global workforce.
English is a gateway skill — a real game-changer when it comes to opening professional and personal doors. And, as an international company that uses English daily—across teams, countries, and customers—we were uniquely positioned to offer learners something essential: real-life exposure to how English is actually used at work.
Beginner’s English by 24Academy was built with one clear goal: to help beginners feel comfortable speaking English in real-life situations.
We knew a short course wouldn’t make anyone fluent. So instead of focusing on heavy theory or memorization, the course emphasized pronunciation, clarity, and practical communication—using real examples rather than textbook scenarios.
Most importantly, it created a safe and supportive space where learners could practice, make mistakes, and improve together.
Building Practical English Skills
The course ran for four weeks (September–October 2025) and was 100% online, making it flexible and accessible for beginners with different schedules.
Interest exceeded expectations. From 45 applicants, 15 learners were selected to join the first cohort in Indonesia. Keeping the group small allowed for meaningful interaction and personalized feedback—something we see as essential for language learning.
Participants received free access to all learning materials developed by the 24Slides team and Giska, our course expert and facilitator, who guided learners through each step with empathy and clarity.
- 2–4 hours per week of recorded content
- Self-learning materials and assignments via Google Classroom
- Two live online sessions focused on speaking practice, feedback, and interaction
- A short final presentation in Week 4, designed as a confidence milestone—not a test
This blended format allowed learners to absorb content at their own pace while still benefiting from live practice and human connection.
Building Confidence, One Conversation at a Time
Throughout the four weeks, learners didn’t just study English—they used it.
Participants practiced speaking in everyday and professional contexts, learned how to structure their ideas, expanded their vocabulary, and worked on pronunciation in a supportive setting.
The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, reinforcing the value of a practice-first approach, with an overall 9.6 satisfaction score and an 80% completion rate.
For us, this impact matters deeply. As a company committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we aim to use our expertise to empower people, support inclusion, and help learners expand their opportunities—and those of the communities around them.
In today’s global service economy, confident English communication is a critical skill. By helping learners overcome speaking anxiety, this course supports personal growth, employability, and community development.
The Future of 24Academy
24Academy has always focused on practical, human-centered learning. We truly believe education is one of the most powerful ways to create positive change—and we’re proud to contribute through the skills we know best.
What started as presentation design courses has grown into programs covering customer support, AI, and now, English. And this is just the beginning.
A heartfelt thank you to the students who trusted us, and to the dedicated team behind the scenes who made this course possible. We look forward to continuing to grow 24Academy—and to empowering more people, one skill at a time.