速成英語課程
速成英語課程是為在短時間內想快速的掌握英文以達成特定目標者而設計，因為課程緊湊，以招收中高級班學生為主，初級班的學生必須先完成101至103的基礎課程，才能參加速成班的訓練。
- 速成英語每天為學生們提供八堂英語課，並包含一個專門的綜合技巧課程、一個個人化的學習計畫，可使用新建的現代化語言科技中心，以及與美國學生在校園進行定期溝通。
- 升學準備技巧課程採用將多項技巧整合在一起的教學方式，為想要進入美國大學學習的學生做好語法、聽說方面的準備。
- English Alive! 計畫為學生們提供了定期與美國人會話、旁聽美國大學課程、聆聽客座教授講座以及參與當地遊覽活動的機會。
- 本課程的費用包含有為考慮進入美國大學繼續學習的學生而提供的升學指導服務。
- 學習速成英語課程的學生將從小班制教學和個別指導中獲益，他們可以更專注於個人的需求，並在 ELS 學習英語期間取得最大的進步。
- 超過 550 所美國學院、大學和職業學校都接受 ELS 高級畢業證書，而不需提供 TOEFL® 成績。
課程表範例
 |
Tasks |
| 8:30-9:20 |
Listening/Speaking/Structure |
| 9:30-10:20 |
Listening/Speaking/Structure |
| 10:30-11:20 |
Listening/Speaking/Structure |
| 11:30-12:20 |
Language Technology Center |
| 12:30-1:30 |
LUNCH |
| 1:30-2:10 |
Interactions |
| 2:20-3:10 |
Reading/Writing |
| 3:20-4:10 |
Reading/Writing |
| 4:10-5:05 |
Review/Special Topic |
Program Pricing
| |
Price |
| Program cost (per session) |
$1,485.00 |
| Application Fee |
$145.00 |
| Insurance (per session) |
$110.00 |
The ELS curriculum organizes your English learning into 12 levels of proficiency. Each level can be
completed in a four-week session in an Intensive English Program or in three weeks in a Fast Track Program.
Levels may be grouped into Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced and Masters to allow students of similar abilities
and interests to study together. When levels are combined, each student is tracked and evaluated according to
his/her specific level in the program.
A student’s level is determined through placement testing done soon after arrival. The placement test is made up
of three parts: an oral interview, a writing sample, and a multiple-choice exam that tests listening, reading, vocabulary, and grammar.
Pre-Arrival Test (PAT)
Students may also choose to take the ELS "PAT" (Pre-Arrival Test) before coming to the U.S. Selected ELS agents administer the test on-line in their offices for a small fee, paid by credit card. The test includes listening, speaking, reading, grammar, and writing components. The results place students into low beginning, beginning, low-intermediate, intermediate, low advanced, and advanced categories. Students placing into the low advanced and advanced categories qualify for advanced levels such as the Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT. However, they will still have the “live” testing on arrival to confirm results and determine a specific level of proficiency.
Evaluation
At the end of each 4-week session, students are evaluated for advancement to the next level based on their mastery of level objectives. Criteria used for this evaluation include but are not limited to:
- Demonstration of skills during class
- Quizzes and tests
- Homework assignments
- Standardized Level Tests (final examinations)
Level Descriptions
Textbooks
In Levels 101-109, ELS-branded texts are used in Structure/Speaking Practice and Reading/Writing classes. These texts include works from respected authors in the ESL field today. The content has been tailored exclusively by and for ELS to fit our curriculum and methodology. In addition to these proprietary ELS texts, which students may keep upon completion of the level, students also have access to class sets for use during the course. All materials support the communicative approach used at ELS Language Centers.
In the highly advanced Maters Level (110-112), students use materials and texts which contain authentic college-level content to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students also learn effective note-taking skills and prepare an American-style research paper.
Language Technology Center Lab
Leading technology plays an important role in our students’ English language studies. As an alternative to the limited traditional audio-only language lab, the ELS Language Centers Language Technology Centers (LTC) provide students with the opportunity to work with:
- Desktop computers with flat-screen monitors
- Full capacity for playing CD and DVD-based programs
- A wide variety of language learning software, from general English to popular songs
- Internet access (in LTC or on campus)
In the LTC, students work through goals outlined in an Individualized Learning Plan. These goals are developed from results of placement testing and teacher recommendation. In the LTC a teacher monitors students’ progress on these goals and is available at all times to provide support.
Attendance Policy
Because ELS Language Centers would like students to derive the maximum benefit from their English courses, students are expected to attend classes full time. If a student begins to accumulate excessive absences, he/she will be counseled by the Academic Director and encouraged to participate fully.