Academic English Programs
Academic English Programs
The ESL Academy’s programs in Academic English (AEP) are college-level courses designed for advanced-level ESL students. Classes in Academic English include rigorous English training in reading for academic purposes, critical writing skills, and communication skills especially suited for participation in American college classrooms. There are three tracks to choose from in Academic English: General Writing, Literature, and General Communication. Each track is three academic quarters in length and can be taken independently in any order.
General Writing Program - 1 Year/30 weeks
Writing is an important part of many college classes. Homework assignments, essays, term papers, tests, and final exams often rely on both a student’s knowledge and his or her ability to communicate effectively in writing. General Writing programs will help international and ESL students develop the critical thinking skills and writing strategies needed to make clean writing and persuasive arguments.
Different Writing Styles
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Writing for Work
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Writing a Student Newspaper
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Literature Program - 1 Year/30 weeks
In many US college classes, students are required to read textbook material, essays, or novels outside of class to prepare for lectures and classroom discussions. Literature programs teaches students reading comprehension techniques, introduces them to different types of reading material, and gives them the reading practice they need to prepare for college level reading requirements.
Discovering Fiction
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Discovering Short Stories
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
America through Academic Readings
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
General Communication Program - 1 Year/30 weeks
Speaking and listening skills are fundamental to US college students. Many classes involve student participation and oral presentations. Some even grade students based on their classroom involvement. Learning how to speak easily in front of the class, in a small group, and one-on-one with another student is important to fully participate in classes and explore the course material.
The Art of Storytelling
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Small Group Communication
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Interpersonal Communication
Course Length: 1 Quarter or 10 weeks
Programs in Academic English provide challenging courses for international students and ESL learners. These programs are offered in Boston, Chicago, Skokie, and Lombard. Contact the ESL Academy for more information about learning college level English skills.
