Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL)
Do you want to improve your English conversation skills? Our Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) program can help. Our experienced instructors and friendly environment make it easy for you to learn and practice. Get more information and register today!
Conversational ESL At a Glance
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The ABC's of Conversational ESL
The Conversational ESL program is broken down into four sections: Beginner, Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced. Each of these has two levels, and each level is taught as one course.
When you register for the Conversational ESL program, you will take a placement test to determine which level to start. You can take one four-week course or work your way up through the levels to master the English language.
Each of these courses is taught for two hours each day, Monday through Thursday, for four weeks.
Level 1 - Beginning A
This course focuses on:
- High-frequency vocabulary (common words in the English language that are used for understanding. Examples are: the, is, and, of, and to)
- Basic sight words
- Phonics
- Refining oral and written skills
Level 2 - Beginning B
This course focuses on the basics:
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
Each of these courses is taught for two hours each day, Monday through Thursday, for four weeks.
Level 1 - Beginning A
This course focuses on:
- High-frequency vocabulary (common words in the English language that are used for understanding. Examples are: the, is, and, of, and to)
- Basic sight words
- Phonics
- Refining oral and written skills
Level 2 - Beginning B
This course focuses on the basics:
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
Each of these courses is taught for two hours each day, Monday through Thursday, for four weeks.
Level 3 - Intermediate A
This course focuses on identifying vocabulary words based on:
- Their definition
- Their context
You will be able to give examples of a word’s pronunciation, meaning, and part of speech it belongs to.
Level 4 - Intermediate B
This course will give you the skills to summarize the main idea of something you have
read.
Each of these courses is taught for two hours each day, Monday through Thursday, for four weeks.
Level 5 - High Intermediate A
During this level, you will improve your reading and comprehension skills. You will
also practice speaking, writing, and listening skills for job or academic success.
Level 6 - High Intermediate B
The emphasis of this course is on recognizing and comprehending idioms, analogies,
antonyms, and synonyms using context clues. You will be able to make sense of information
and opinions related to your job or daily life.
Level 7 - Advanced A
This course teaches you how to understand difficult materials that are important for work or academic success. You will learn how to:
- Figure out the meaning of words
- Identify different word forms and meanings
- Find synonyms and antonyms
- Use context clues to understand words
- Distinguish between the emotional and literal meanings of words
- Differentiate between facts and opinions
Level 8 - Advanced B
This course helps you understand difficult materials, texts, or practical conversations.
It is designed to help you become fluent in English.
Making the Grade
The Power of Persistence
