English as a Second Language Classes in Miami

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.