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English as a Second Language in Miami Diploma Program

Become better at your job, better at your studies or simply learn English with ESL classes at CBT. Non-native English speakers can learn the basics, improve language skills and prepare for college coursework with courses, tutoring and conversation practice. Stop by our office to meet with an advisor and find out which of these programs is right for you

Some of the courses you can expect to take while enrolled in the English as a Second Language program at CBT Technology Institute include:

Basic English for Low Beginners
English for High Beginners
Low Intermediate Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking
High Intermediate Listening, Reading, and Speaking
Advanced Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking
Conversational English for Advanced Students

Student Achievement Scale and Interpretation

The following information refers to the way the institution evaluates the students’ progress between levels in this language program. The relation between numeric and letter grades are clearly stated for all parties involved in the students’ learning experience.

A (4.0) 100-90: These results show a highly successful performance in the learning experience. The student reached remarkable outcomes in the four language domains throughout this course. The outcomes reached boost the student’s probability to succeed through a higher level of this program.
B (3.0) 89-80: These results validate a successful performance in the learning experience. The student reached satisfactory outcomes in the four language domains throughout this course. This academic achievement supports the student’s potentiality to succeed in a higher level of this program.
C (2.0) 79-70: This range of scores reflects a satisfactory performance in the learning experience. The student met the standards in most of the outcomes proposed throughout this course. This academic achievement enables the student to advance to a higher level of this program.
D (1.0) 69-60: These scores may imply a weak academic performance through the learning experience, and validate low standards of achievement in most outcomes proposed in this syllabus. Though they entitle the student to move on to a higher level of this program, the institution recommends the student to embrace the new experience with renewed disposition before its challenges.
F (0.0) Less than 60: These scores indicate that the student failed to meet most of the outcomes proposed in this learning experience. The school highly recommends the student to retake this course in the pursuit of more satisfactory results.

About the English as a Second Language Program

CBT Technology Institute’s ESL program offers high quality full time English courses to domestic and international students wishing to learn and/or improve their English language skills.
We offer small classes with highly qualified teachers for students who want to:

Improve their English language skills for education, work, or business
Prepare for college level courses at CBT Technology Institute

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Basic English for Low Beginners

ESL 1 ›

The student will understand the process of learning another language, the alphabet, how to build vocabulary and use a dictionary, principles
for correct pronunciation, and vocalization. There will be an integrated (multi-media) approach to acquire proficiency in the basic skills of
the language, listening/understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cross-cultural awareness. The course will also emphasize practical
vocabulary use, progressive grammatical explanations and accurate pronunciation.

English for High Beginners

ESL 2 ›

Students continue to develop the speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom and group
discussions. In order to build oral communication, there will be an emphasis on being functional in daily activities and emergency situations
and highlights include interviews, pair and group work, and discussions. There is continued emphasis on practical vocabulary and
pronunciation practice. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language; reading and writing with progressive grammatical
explanations.

Low Intermediate Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking

ESL 3 ›

Students continue to develop the reading, speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom and group
discussions. In order to build oral communication, there will be an emphasis on introductions, interviews, pair and group work, discussions,
and individual presentations. The course continues emphasis on practical vocabulary and accurate pronunciation. Practice in understanding
and using the spoken language; reading and writing with progressive grammatical explanations

High Intermediate Listening, Reading and Speaking

ESL 4 ›

Students continue to practice the reading, speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom, group,
and individual discussions. In order to progress in oral communication, there will be an emphasis on preparing for job interviews, being
functional in real life situations, and discussing current events through group discussions and individual presentations. Emphasis on practical
vocabulary and accurate pronunciation will be reinforced. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language; reading and writing
with progressive grammatical explanations

Advanced Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking

ESL 5 ›

Students continue to practice the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom,
group, and individual discussions. In order to progress in oral communication, there will be an emphasis on preparing for job interviews,
being functional in real life situations, and discussing current events through group discussions and individual presentations. Emphasis on
practical vocabulary, accurate pronunciation and writing will be reinforced. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language;
reading and writing with progressive grammatical explanations.

Conversational English for Advanced Students

ESL 6 ›

This conversational English course furthers student knowledge of grammar and reading skills. The students will inter
relate with each other under the instructor direction. The expressions and sounds will be revised in the 1st level of study.

Community Participation
ESL classes prepare students to be fully engaged with their communities. English learners benefit by being informed and achieving a level of inclusiveness that enhances their lives. Communities benefit from an increased level of participating by all community members.

Family Life
Families benefit when parents become proficient in English, enabling them to participate in their children’s education and social lives. The family benefits when children are not required to act as interpreters for their parents, thereby preserving the family structure and parental roles.

Health and Safety
English-language learners benefit from being able to read or understand safety instructions, road signs, medication instructions, workplace safety literature, and weather and safety advisories. English learners are able to speak to law enforcement and emergency medical personnel.

Education and Employment
ESL students benefit by being able to take advantage of educational and training opportunities, which lead to employment, promotions or higher salaries, all of which benefit families by improving their opportunities and access to benefits such as health care.

Civic Pride and Citizenship
ESL classes benefit participants and communities by enhancing participants’ civic pride. They may become full members of their communities and prepare to enjoy the responsibilities and benefits of citizenship.

English as a Second Language Classes in Miami

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