Center Information
ELS/Melbourne位於Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech)校園內，距離佛羅里達州美麗的白沙灘只有幾分鐘車程。佛羅里達理工現代化的校園位在一個鮮花盛開、棕梠樹茂密的熱帶花園內。迪士尼世界渡假中心(Walt Disney World Resorts®)、魔術王國(Magic Kingdom®),、明日世界(EPCOT®)、迪士尼好萊塢影城(Disney’s Hollywood Studios)、動物王國(Animal Kingdom®) 及環球影城(Universal Studios®)皆是深受學生歡迎的週末景點。學生也可以體驗附近美國太空總署(NASA)的甘乃迪航太中心(Kennedy Space Center) 的太空梭和火箭發射。
課程
Cost Per Session:
$1,575.00
開課日期 2010:
September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
開課日期 2011:
January 03, January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 07, December 05
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ELS密集英語課程是我們最受歡迎的課程。本課程可以大幅提昇您的英語技巧與流利的程度，為您進入美國大學學習做好充分的準備。600多所的大專院校及職業學校接受完成ELS高級密集英語課程的學生即達到入學的英語要求。
Cost Per Session:
$1,645.00
開課日期 2011:
January 03, January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 07, December 05
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COMING IN 2011
Studying at a college or university in the US is extremely challenging and requires a high level of English proficiency. The ELS English for Academic Purposes program gives you the opportunity to focus on the academic skills you will need to succeed in your pursuit of higher education.
Cost Per Session:
$1,595.00
開課日期 2011:
January 03, January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 07, December 05
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COMING IN 2011
The ELS General English program gives you the opportunity to improve your English by focusing on the skills you will need to communicate well in everyday business and social settings. The four morning classes focus on the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills necessary to communicate effectively in English. The two afternoon Skills Enhancement Classes let you apply what you learn in the morning in a communicative and natural context. You have the opportunity to learn more about American culture, improve your vocabulary and use of idioms and conduct meaningful and productive conversations.
Cost Per Session:
$1,210.00
開課日期 2010:
September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
開課日期 2011:
January 03, January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 07, December 05
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對於希望在學習英語的同時也有時間參觀當地城市和名勝的學生而言，ELS 半密集課程將是理想選擇。學生們上午上課，下午休息則可以去各處遊歷。
Cost Per Session:
$1,150.00
開課日期 2010:
September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
開課日期 2011:
January 03, January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 07, December 05
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如果您想藉在美國短期渡假時能穿插一些英語課程，我們的美國遊學課程必會是您絕佳的選擇。早上學習英文，下午則能利用參觀當地名勝景點時練習英語。
Additional Learning Opportunities
American Conversation Partnerships
Interested in after-class conversation and friendship with an American student? Inquire after your arrival and we can arrange time with a native speaker.
College Class Visits and Auditing
ELS Intensive students (in key levels) can visit one or more college classes, depending on professor approval.
Access to Campus Facilities/Services
ELS students may use many of the facilities at our host college/university for free (or low cost) during their studies. Available facilities may vary, but usually include a fitness center, swimming pool, campus library, tennis court, and more.
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Activities
ELS Activities
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| ELS-Melbourne Winter Session |
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| ELS-Melbourne Spring Session |
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| ELS-Melbourne Summer Session |
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Center Staff
Betty Jean Humpherys
Betty Jean, Center Director began her ESL career teaching at ELS/St. Petersburg in 1981. She has taught ESL at Florida Institute of Technology, Brigham Young University and ELS/Melbourne. She received her MA in Linguistics from BYU. At ELS/Melbourne she began as the Registrar in 2002 and has served as a teacher, Academic Director and is currently the Acting Center Director. Her goal is to maintain a comfortable, productive academic environment ensuring steady student matriculation to the best US universities. Aside from being a second mom to the students, she is the proud mother of three college students Sarah, Emily, and Michael.
Rebecca Van Epp
Rebecca began as an instructor at ELS/Melbourne and then moved into the International Student Advisor position. Her previous classroom experience as a teacher has helped her to transition smoothly into the ISA role. Rebecca graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Samford University in Birmingham, AL. After graduating, she worked in sales and marketing for 8 years at the FLORIDA TODAY newspaper. Rebecca enjoys working in an international environment and helping students reach their academic goals. When not working at ELS, Rebecca spends time with her friends and family. She also loves to shop, and travel.
Rene Aiello
Rene has been the Registrar at ELS/Melbourne since 2005. Rene’s previous work experience as an administrative assistant in a school district and law firm in Pennsylvania has been an asset to this center. She is detail-oriented, positive, patient, and loves working with international students. Rene moved to Melbourne three years ago with her husband and three sons. She enjoys the beach, pool and being with her big Italian family. Rene adds finesse and flair to our Melbourne family.
Amy Hoover
Ms. Hoover is the Academic Director and has been with ELS Language Centers since 1997. She has a Bachelors degree in English Literature from Indiana University and spent a year teaching English as a Second Language in Seoul, Korea. She worked as a tutor in Indianapolis before joining ELS/Melbourne. She has also worked as an International Student Advisor. She is a TOEFL test administrator. Amy’s primary responsibilities include training new teachers and maintaining relationships between instructors and students.