Developing strong English Communication skills that are transferable to the international marketplace.
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Levels offered every four weeks (please see session dates below).
Flexible program, based on individual needs and length of study.
Modules require no pre-requisites.
Encourages students to develop their communication skills in a safe, nurturing environment.
Provides authentic language opportunities for students to connect with other college students, their host families and the community of Vernon.
Sample Schedule
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8:30 -9:30
ESL Integrated Program
ESL Integrated Program
ESL Integrated Program
Interactive Communication
Field Trips 2 Fridays per month
9:30 - 10:30
ESL Integrated Program
ESL Integrated Program
ESL Integrated Program
Interactive Communication
10:30 - 11:30
ESL Integrated Program
ESL Integrated Program
ESL Integrated Program
Interactive Communication
11:30 - 12:30
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
12:30 - 1:30
Guided Learning
ESL Integrated Program
Guided Learning
Interactive Communication
1:30 -2:30
Guided Learning
Guided Learning
Interactive Communication
2:30 -3:30
Volunteer Work Placement
Guided Learning
SessionDates:
2006
January 3 - January 27 January 30 - February 24 February 27 - March 24 March 27 - April 21
Break
May 1 - May 26 May 29 - June 23
Break
July 4 - July 28 July 31 - August 25
Break
September 5 - September 29 October 2 - October 27 October 30 - November 24 November 27 - December 22
Course Descriptions:
NAME
DESCRIPTION
Integrated Program (10 hours/week)
In the Integrated Program students learn the foundational skills of speaking, listening, pronunciation, grammar, reading and writing through interesting and engaging themes. The goal of the program is to increase communication abilities through practical and fun learning experiences.
Guided Learning (5 hours/week)
Under the guidance of the Language Lab Instructor, students will focus on pronunciation and listening. Students will have the opportunity to improve their individual pronunciation skills using our exclusive Can 8 software.
Interactive Communication (5 hours/week)
With a focus on the practical use of English through oral presentations, students will gain confidence and skills to understand and be understood in English.
Volunteer Work Experience (5 hours/week)
Students will be placed in volunteer positions within the community, where they will practice speaking English in real-life situations and gain work experience. A letter of reference will be provided upon completion of this course.
Introduction to Canada (2 Field Trips per Month)
Students will participate in two field trips per session to explore various economic, cultural, social, environmental and recreational aspects of Canada, e.g. horseback riding, skiing, farm tours, nature hikes, industry tours, hockey games, snow boarding, winery tours and much, much more.
