Beginner Conversation

Students will develop the basic skills necessary for understanding and participating in day-to-day conversations. They will practice fluency through paired and group work on a variety of topics. Students will practice expressing likes and dislikes in addition to supplying reasons. They will also practice telephone skills, giving directions, advice and expressing intentions.

Beginner Grammar

This course is designed to provide students with the essential grammar, vocabulary, language, and study skills required at the beginner’s level of spoken, written and grammatical English competency. A variety of subject areas such as math, science, and social studies will be examined so that the student will have the opportunity to improve his/her language and critical thinking skills. Students will work on various communicative tasks and assignments either individually or with partners to improve their ability to perform in an academic environment.

Beginner Reading and Writing

Reading component: students will build their vocabulary and develop the ability to effectively find word meaning, recognize at least 500 words, and read in phrasal units silently and aloud Writing component: students will develop the ability to write grammatically correct compound sentences and write clear and well-organized paragraphs. This includes brainstorming a topic for ideas, outlining a paragraph, revising work, and expressing thoughts and ideas in written form.