Special ESL Instruction for Groups
Special programs for 12-15 people can be offered for short
term study throughout the year. Such programs are tailored to meet the needs
of the groups, e.g. Business English, English and Art, English for Engineers,
etc. Groups can choose the dates best suited to their needs for one week,
two weeks, four weeks, etc.
English for International Executives and Trainees
The ELC at RIT serves business people who are non-native
speakers of English. The Center offers classes and individualized instruction
to assist people in business with the communication skills they need
most: pronunciation, writing, listening and speaking. In addition, other
English language classes are offered at several levels.
- Pronunciation - Teachers trained
in speech/ language/ linguistics who have experience training
non-native speakers work with clients to make their speech clearer
and less accented. Clients learn to improve their pronunciation,
intonation patterns and enunciation.
- Listening/Speaking - Instruction focuses on the
communication skills essential in business: speaking at meetings
and presenting reports. Clients learn how to listen to questions
and how to respond with clarity. Clients videotape their talks and
receive constructive feedback that helps them improve their presentation
skills.
- Writing - Instruction in writing focuses
on the American style of organizing and presenting information
in written form. Work in sentence structure and grammar is taught
as an outgrowth of students' written work. Clients learn to do
the kind of writing most used in business settings: memos, reports,
letters and summaries of meetings.
The Intensive English program is also popular with family members.
Groups are small, and participants have an opportunity to interact
with one another as they learn the language and the culture. Field
trips and social events are planned throughout the course of the program
to help students acculturate and get to know each other.
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