ESL Classes

Foundations

Course Description The fundamental task of every language is to link voice
to meaning - to provide words for the expression of thought and feeling. Language is therefore like a coin whose two sides are expression and content. Content encompasses what we are attempting to say; expression encompasses the way we articulate this content; and language is the mental code that links the two. Foundation courses will teach students both content and ability to express.

 

What Students will Learn

• Basics in grammatical structure of the English
  language.

• Daily life vocabulary and phrases.

• Essential spoken skills comparable with American
  children at the same age level.

• Exposure to vocabulary through modern young adult
  literature.

• Debate and discussion techniques to improve
  comfort level in spoken English.

Who Should Attend

Individuals who wish to explore and/or perfect their acquisition of the English Language through student-centered instruction by native English speakers.

Length/Format

Daily: Two hours of foundational courses reinforced with one hour elective course, and a one hour summation seminar.