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Last Updated September 11, 2008 |
- English as a second language (ESL)
View Class List Choose Your Focus Expert Language Instruction provides comprehensive classes covering many aspects of the English language and also specialized classes which focus on only one or two areas. By offering a variety of courses we are able to provide students with training in exactly the area they need. In our comprehensive courses students receive an overview of several important topics and improve their general fluency. In our specialized courses, teachers focus on a particular skill and cover it in depth so students can perfect that skill. Students develop greater competency in the concept studied as opposed to receiving an overview of several topics as in our general comprehensive classes. Most students choose to begin their studies with a comprehensive class which reviews grammar concepts and at the same time helps students to practice and improve their speaking fluency. Students may then follow this first comprehensive course with a continuing comprehensive course in order to receive well-rounded instruction in all aspects of English. Other students choose to follow their first comprehensive course with a more specialized course such as writing, reading, or accent reduction. Students taking individualized lessons are free to change the focus of their course at any time. They simply tell their instructor what their new needs or interests are and the instructor will be happy to change the focus of the class. Expert Language Instruction provides instruction in the following areas:
Comprehensive We design our classes according to the specific needs of each student or group. In addition to the standard classes listed here, we can custom design a class for you. Multiple course topics may be combined into one class or a single focus may be chosen. We offer classes for both individuals and groups of all ages. If you don’t see what you want here, please ask. We will be happy to design a class according to your specific needs. Our comprehensive classes are designed to give students practice in the four major skill areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn new vocabulary and some grammar concepts. Students will improve in all areas. However, for an in-depth study of any topic, students should choose one of the following specialized classes. Pronunciation and Accent Reduction These classes help transform an unclear or unusual accent into one which is clear and easily understood by Americans. By working closely with an ELI instructor, students can dramatically improve how well they are understood and accepted by native English speakers. Successfully studying in our accent reduction classes helps students: - decrease misunderstandings Instructors in these classes teach students to speak clearly and understandably. Instructors teach the correct mouth positions and movements that are required to produce each sound. Students will learn to distinguish and to produce similar sounds. In addition, students will learn intonation and stress patterns, pitch variations, and important sound connections. Come begin your accent improvement today! Our grammar classes cover everything from identifying the basic units of speech to describing the ways to put these units together. Our teachers explain the rules of grammar in clear and understandable terms and provide students with lots of practice in using these rules. Students complete a variety of exercises specifically designed to reinforce each new concept. These classes give students plenty of opportunities to practice their spoken English. Students will speak about a variety of interesting and contemporary topics. Teachers provide guidance and correction in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation as needed. This class is often combined with a listening class. Listening classes provide students with practice in listening to spoken English. Students listen to recordings on a variety of interesting topics and then answer questions, offer opinions, and discuss the material presented. This class is often combined with a speaking class. This class offers students the opportunity to improve their English reading skills. Students read and discuss a variety of interesting texts in order to understand the overall meaning as well as specific details of each one. Students also learn and use new vocabulary related to each text. This class enables students to improve their English writing skills. Students learn the style and organization of American writing. They learn techniques for presenting main ideas and supporting details. Students also learn the importance of and the best methods of connecting their ideas to increase interest and reader understanding. Academic (University Level) Writing and Text Study This class focuses on more formal writing than our general writing skills class. In addition to general writing skills, students learn techniques used in formal academic reports. Vocabulary and styles of writing introductions, methodologies, findings, summaries, references, etc. are taught. Students in individual classes often take this as a supplement to their university class to discuss the meaning of their academic texts and evaluate and improve the quality of their written homework. Business and Workplace English In this class students learn vocabulary used in many office environments. Students also study typical writing styles used in email, reports, and letters. This class is often combined with grammar study. Our presentation skills class teaches students specific vocabulary, organization, and delivery skills used in oral presentations. This class focuses on business presentations but the techniques also apply to other disciplines. This class focuses specifically on learning new vocabulary. Students will learn definitions and proper usage of words and practice using those words in oral and written exercises. This class is often combined with our reading comprehension class or our idiom study class. Our idiom study class teaches students the most common American idioms and their appropriate use. Students also study phrasal verbs in this class. This class may be combined with another class. Students in this class study many interesting aspects of American culture such as the education system, holiday celebrations, and family life. Students read about each topic, answer questions and participate in discussions. Students in this class will improve their reading and speaking skills and increase their vocabulary. These classes focus specifically on preparing for a specific test. TOEFL (university entrance exam) Grammar and vocabulary are part of each class. Reading and listening improvement are also part of the TOEFL and TOEIC classes. The TSE class includes instruction on speaking clearly and completely with well-organized thoughts. Students also learn useful test taking techniques in each class. These classes may focus on one or many topics depending upon the needs of the students. For example, some students may study American literature while others may study current events. Within these subject areas students learn grammar and vocabulary, improve their reading comprehension, and practice their listening and speaking skills.
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