ELS 開發了一套為期 12 週的完整 TOEFL® iBT 準備課程，提供您成功應試所需的充分準備和信心！
全新設計，以網際網路為基礎的 TOEFL® iBT 考試要求學生們回答與聽、說、讀、寫相關的問題 — 這不僅能測驗出您的知識水準，也考驗您自我表達與運用所學知識的能力。透過參加該準備課程，您可以練習您的整體閱讀和聽力，提高您的寫作和口語水準，並學到一些應試技巧。
- TOEFL® iBT 準備課程包括每週 30 堂課堂教學和所有重要的語言技巧的練習：聽、說、讀、寫、發音和辭彙。¡C
- 課程安排以 ETS TOEFL® 線上練習 (TPO) 診斷測試做為開始，並提供即時評分和回饋。
- 學生們循序漸進地完成三個不同的模組，每一個模組都包含用於檢驗學習進度的範例測驗，並為他們參加真正的考試建立信心。
- 另外，該課程還包括 ETSsm 線上寫作評估服務，由 ETS 為寫作範例提供即時評分和回饋。
- 在我們新建的語言技術中心，透過以科技為後盾的學習方法，讓學生能夠專心提高個人能力，並達成個人目標。
- 經過 ETS 訓練和認證的教師將使用最佳教材，與學生們一起培養專門的應試技巧和策略。
- 在課程結束時，將向學生提供在 ELS 語言中心的正式 TOEFL® iBT 預付費考試席位，讓學生們享受到在熟悉環境中參加考試的額外優勢。
- 本課程還透過 ELS 的專業大學入學申請服務，為考慮進入美國大學繼續學習的學生提供學術諮詢。
課程表範例
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Tasks |
| 8:30-9:20 |
Structure/Speaking Practice |
| 9:30-10:20 |
Structure/Speaking Practice |
| 10:30-11:20 |
TOEFL® Practice in Lab |
| 11:30-12:20 |
TOEFL® Reading/Writing |
| 12:20-1:30 |
LUNCH |
| 1:30-2:30 |
TOEFL® Prep |
| 2:40-3:45 |
TOEFL® Prep |
Program Pricing
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Price |
| Program cost (per session) |
$1,770.00 |
| Application Fee |
$145.00 |
| Insurance (per session) |
$120.00 |
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.