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Afternoon electives are organized to enhance and enrich learning while adding a remedial element so that students can develop their weaker areas of English acquisition. The electives are less structured than the core morning classes, and all materials are supplied by the teachers. The only thing that a student needs to bring to class is a willingness to learn (and of course a pen and notebook). |
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Morning Class |
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Morning Class |
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Afternoon
Elective 1 |
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Afternoon
Elective 2 |
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| Mon |
8:30 - 10:10 |
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10:30 - 12:05 |
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1:00 - 2:40 |
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2:55 - 4:05 |
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| Tue |
8:30 - 10:10 |
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10:30 - 12:05 |
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1:00 - 2:40 |
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2:55 - 4:05 |
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| Wed |
8:30 - 10:10 |
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10:30 - 12:05 |
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1:00 - 2:40 |
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2:55 - 4:05 |
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| Thu |
8:30 - 10:10 |
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10:30 - 12:05 |
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1:00 - 2:40 |
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2:55 - 4:05 |
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| Fri |
8:30 - 10:10 |
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10:30 - 12:05 |
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| Ongoing Electives |
Beginner/Pre-Intermediate Communication: Students at these levels focus on “survival English” and vocabulary building. Students take part in pair work, group work, and role playing exercises in order to use English in a more practical and confident way.
There are usually two or three communication classes running at these levels so that students can be placed in classes with their learning styles in mind.
Pronunciation: Students at Beginner/Pre-Intermediate levels learn how to “develop an ear” for English sounds. Through exercises focused on listening, repetition, and interactive exercises, students learn various sounds, study cross-linguistic differences, and practice overcoming problematic speech patterns.
Intermediate Communication: Intermediate level students must learn how to integrate more complex grammar into their spoken skills, and be able to advance their listening skills in order to “keep-up” with natural patterns of English speech.
Upper Intermediate/Advanced Communication: Higher level English learners develop critical thinking skills by taking part in debates and instructor facilitated discussions. Students at these levels become more aware of colloquial and idiomatic speech, and become more cognizant of cross-cultural English usage.
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC®): TOEIC is a structured and intensive exam course for students who work, or plan to work, in an environment where a solid understanding of English is a necessity. The TOEIC course offers ongoing assessments, monthly practice tests, and an instructor who acts in an advising role to guide students towards the official examination. The recommended level is Upper-Intermediate or higher
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL®): Recognized by universities and workplaces as an indicator of English level, the TOEFL preparation course helps students learn what skills they will need to develop in order to improve their examination scores. The course covers topics in reading, writing, listening, and structure. With the introduction of the new generation of TOEFL, students will also learn how to improve their speaking skills. Practice exams, lectures, and computer lab work combine to make up the course work. The recommended level is Upper-Intermediate or higher.
Current Events/Media: How is English used differently through various mediums? What is happening locally, nationally, and internationally? Students explore these questions by reading newspaper and magazine articles, watching and listening to news programs, and discussing recent issues of importance. Students must be at an Upper-Intermediate level of English (or higher), and have a willingness to interact with others through discussion.
Business English: Students who have an interest in business and/or work in a business setting learn basic skills by studying the following topics: presentations, meetings, business letters/memos, North American business practices, international business, and economics. Although a topical course, the main focus is on the development of business related communication and writing skills. The recommended level is Intermediate or higher. |
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Idioms/Slang: Students at an Intermediate level (or higher) learn how to make sense of the “informal” side of English . The course looks at slang phrasing, intonation, and colloquial vocabulary building. As this course is meant to be interactive, students must be willing to share their experiences of expressions and words that they have heard since arriving in Canada.
Canadian Studies: How big is Canada? How old is Montreal? What famous musicians come from Canada? Canadian studies looks at topics associated with this vast and diverse country. Geography, history, sports, famous people, languages, ethnicity, and weather are but a few of the subjects studied in this course. The recommended level is Intermediate of higher.
Reading/Writing: Although not ongoing, reading/writing electives are added to correspond to exam preparation times, university placement periods, and when there are requests from teachers and students to enhance this important element of English learning. There are generally two levels offered: Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate, and Advanced/Upper-Advanced.
Public Speaking: This Upper-Intermediate to Advanced level course helps students to develop their speaking and writing skills. Students learn how to write speeches and create presentations, while gaining an awareness of how North America presenters organize their ideas, use hand gestures, make eye contact, use intonation, regulate speed, and engage their audiences.
International English Language Training System (IELTS): The IELTS course is for Advanced level students (or higher) who plan to write an official exam for the purposes of going onto post-secondary study, or working in an environment which requires a proficiency level of English. The course is intensive, practical, and highly recommended to higher language learners who need to challenge themselves in a more academic setting. The IELTS exam papers are based on reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Cambridge First Certificate (FCE), Advanced (CAE) Exam Preparation: These electives supplement the morning Cambridge courses and are mandatory for all students writing the official FCE and CAE exams. Each of the electives focus on the specific skills needed to succeed at each level (i.e. interview skills, reading/writing, and listening), while supplying students with practical information on exam rules/regulations, as well as the logistics involved in taking the exams.
Private Tutorial: Although this is not an official elective offering, a private one-to-one course fulfills the needs of students who have time pressures, specific work/academic needs, or who want to supplement their morning classes with a more personalized approach to learning. Tutorials can be set-up for any English level, for any number of hours, at any time (refer to the fee schedule for private class pricing). |
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