The TOEFL and IELTS preparation course is designed for advanced-level students who want to prepare for entry to an American university, to pursue an academic career, or simply to improve their general academic English. It is also recommended for those with a high level of English who are seeking challenging coursework that includes current topics in several academic fields.
This preparation course will lead you to success on the TOEFL and IELTS test. Instruction in the four language skill areas of the TOEFL and IELTS test: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing is included in the six hours per day of intensive English and TOEFL and IELTS preparation.
- Instruction in study skills such as note taking, scanning, and paraphrasing.
- Practice in essay writing and understanding academic reading.
- Speaking exercises to improve fluency and confidence.
The Intensive English program offers the foundation of the English language. The classes integrate reading, writing, listening, and speaking lessons in activities that improve the learners communicative skills and provide the continuing practice that will enhance the learners’ ability to express themselves in English in a wide variety of situations. Students receive intensive classroom practice in real-life applications of the lessons with TOEFL or IELTS Preparation class.
Goals
- Students will critically read and analyze texts.
- Students will demonstrate basic competence in managing the writing process and producing effective written products including college essays and similar types of academic writing.
- Students will develop effective speaking skills such that they can be understood for academic and social purposes including conversations, classroom discussions and oral presentations.
- Students will be able to listen to and understand the main ideas and significant relevant details in various listening contexts.
