English Language Institute: Spring Quarter Classes
Integrated Skills Classes
Basic Language Skills
For students with limited knowledge of English. This course focuses on speaking and listening as the key elements needed to develop a wide range of language skills, including pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. To gain confidence in interacting outside the classroom, students participate in class discussions and activities and complete short assignments.
Mondays & Wednesdays: 11:00am - 12:50pm
Session I: April 2 – 30
Session II: May 5 – June 4
Course Tuition: $250/Session; Materials fee: $50
Intermediate Language Skills
For high beginner to intermediate level students. This course will help students become more effective in conversation, using functional language, and improving listening skills. Exercises and drills will target grammar trouble spots in speaking and writing and common pronunciation errors. Students will also learn phrasal verbs and develop more sophisticated vocabulary.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11:00am - 12:50pm
Session I: April 1 – May 1
Session II: May 6 – June 5
Course Tuition: $250/Session; Materials Fee: $50
Advanced Language Skills
For high intermediate to advanced level students. Students develop and perfect language skills for teamwork, discussions, debates, and other verbal interactions needed to be successful in interviews, leading discussions and giving class presentations. Guided exercises aid students in improving listening and reading skills. Pronunciation, grammar and some focused opinion-based writing will further enhance the skills of each student.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:30pm - 7:20pm
Session I: April 1 – May 1
Session II: May 6 – June 5
Course Tuition: $250/Session; Materials Fee: $50
Pronunciation & Conversation
Focus On Accent Reduction
Expressing yourself clearly and comfortably is essential to successful professional and social interaction. Students will learn the skills necessary to speak more naturally and with greater fluency. Pronunciation trouble areas will be addressed, as well as problems with syllable stress and intonation. Everyday language skills and formal academic oral skills will also be emphasized through small and large group role-play situations and individual oral presentations. This class is ideal for advanced students who experience persistent pronunciation and/or communication problems in the office, lab, or classroom.
Thursdays: 1:00pm - 2:50pm
Course Tuition: $250; Materials Fee: $50
Communication Strategies
For high-intermediate to advanced non-native speakers who want to refine their fluency, communication and writing skills while acquiring a better understanding of American culture, customs and cross–cultural social, academic and business issues. Role plays, informative reading with small and large group discussion, vocabulary development with American idiomatic expressions, listening skills, pronunciation skills and oral presentation skills make up the format for this class.
Saturdays: 10:00am - 12:50pm
Course Tuition: $375; Materials Fee: $50
Writing & Grammar
Effective Academic Writing
Writing effectively is a necessary skill in the academic and professional world. Learning how to produce concise, clear, and error-free written communication is the focus of this course. Students bring samples of their own writing to class. Review essential grammar skills related to effective writing; focus on individual needs through one-on-one instruction; learn to edit and revise your writing for maximum effect; learn the basics of technical writing; analyze the importance of tone and style in communication and learn to summarize facts and information in reports.
Wednesdays: 5:30pm - 7:20pm
Course Tuition: $250; Materials Fee: $50
Foundations of English Grammar
For high beginner to intermediate level students. This course will provide fundamental lessons in English grammar, including verb tenses, article and pronoun use, prepositions, and sentence structure. Students will work on grammar through directed practice including exercises, writings and lectures.
Tuesdays: 1:00pm - 2:50pm
Course Tuition: $250; Materials Fee: $50
Tutoring Program
One-on-one and small group tutoring is available for students who wish further clarification on a particular skill area. Our Tutoring Program can help you build the oral and written skills that you need to be successful in the rigorous academic environment. The flexible session timetable can easily fit into your busy schedule. All tutoring inquiries will be handled through the ELI Office and staffed with current English Language Institute instructors. More Info »