Elc adult brochure

Los Angeles | Boston | Santa Barbara

Move your American English forward with ELC

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Contents Our Locations ELC Los Angeles.......................................04 ELC Boston ..............................................06 ELC Santa Barbara ...................................08

Our Courses General English Programs ........................10 Test Preparation Programs ........................12 Special Programs......................................14 Junior Programs .......................................17 Executive Programs ..................................18

Our Accommodations / Services Accommodations .....................................20 Services....................................................22 University Placement ................................23 2

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Welcome to ELC...

Founded in 1978, ELC is proud of its 35 years of success...

The English Language Center has been dedicated to providing English programs of the highest quality to international students since 1978.

By employing highly qualified and dedicated instructors and by utilizing a dynamic and comprehensive curriculum, ELC provides the perfect environment for rapid language improvement. ELC also offers students extensive support services to ensure that their stay in the United States is culturally as well as educationally enriching.

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Why Choose ELC?

Our Great Locations

Nationalities: Albania, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Ecuador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Kuwait, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Iran, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Kosovo, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Indonesia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Mexico, Morocco, Panama, Peru, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Togo, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela, Vietnam and more

Los Angeles Boston Santa Barbara Our Memberships: IALC, ALTO, NAFSA, AAIEP, TESOL, MATSOL, CATESOL Our Top Accreditation: ACCET Our Teachers: Native speakers Highly experienced in TEFL University degrees Strong Academics: Dynamic and comprehensive curriculum Many Extras: Free tutoring

Average age: 21 years

Chaperoned activities and excursions

Minimum age: General courses: 17 years Individual instruction: no age minimum

College and university assistance Multi-level placement Test Site:

Levels: 12 levels, low beginner to high advanced

Institutional TOEFL, Institutional TOEIC, CPE, CAE, FCE

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ELC Los Angeles Everything that happens in the USA happens first in Los Angeles. In glamour, fashion, arts, cuisine, L.A. is the future taking shape right now. And of course Hollywood is the entertainment capital of the planet — where the world’s favorite films are made, where the most popular television shows are produced, and where the stars live, work and play.

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Key Facts Entertainment capital of the world Everything that happens in the U.S. happens first in L.A.

Year-round sunny weather Great universities and innovative thinkers

Close to: UCLA Santa Monica and Venice Beach Beverly Hills and Hollywood

World-class surfing, golf, tennis and other sports Entertainment capital of the world

Best location for: Arts and fashion Sunny weather Outdoor sports

Hollywood movie premieres Famous museums Beautiful beaches Exclusive Beverly Hills shopping Excursions to Disneyland, San Francisco, Magic Mountain, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas and more

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SCHOOL FACT FILE Key Facts Located on Wilshire Boulevard, on the city’s exclusive west side

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Facilities: 28 student computers with free Wi-Fi Student lounge Computer lab Academic tutoring rooms Rooms: 24 classrooms State-of-the-art Mac lab

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ELC LA has been one of the greatest experiences I’ve ever had. I met people from all around the world and I think this enriches your knowledge and also expands your thoughts about life. The teachers at ELC are willing to give the students their 101% in every class and every lesson.

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Dimitri, Venezuela

Student Nationality Breakdown...

Top Nationalities Represented Based on 2011 and 2012 averages Germany Korea

Switzerland

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ELC Boston Located in the urban center of the region called New England, this is the country’s most international city. Rich in history, with an impressive architectural heritage, Boston is also where the computer and biotech revolutions began and where academic life is most heavily concentrated.

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Key Facts Charming world-class city that is young, brilliant and energetic with lots to do

Boston is where the USA began Four distinct and enjoyable seasons

Heavy concentration of academic life

America’s most international city Walking Distance to: Boston Common

Rich in U.S. history and culture

Faneuil Hall Public transportation

Renowned museums

(1 block) Home to Harvard University,

Boston’s Waterfront

MIT and more than 60 other

Best location for:

colleges and universities

Academics

Spectacular national seashore

Shopping

and Cape Cod

Cafes/Restaurants Unique seasons

Mountains with hiking and skiing nearby Excursions to New York City, Montreal, Niagara Falls, Washington D.C., Cape Cod and more

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Located in the upscale Beacon Hill neighborhood, in the heart of downtown Boston Facilities: 23 student computers with free Wi-Fi Computer lab Student lounge Academic tutoring rooms Rooms: 19 classrooms Executive conference rooms State-of-the-art Mac lab

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My experience at ELC Boston has been great. Every morning I wake up smiling because I know that I have to go to ELC.

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Eleonora, Spain

Student Nationality Breakdown...

Top Nationalities Represented Based on 2011 and 2012 averages Japan Spain

Korea

Italy

Switzerland

Brazil

Venezuela

France

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ELC Santa Barbara Once called California’s best kept secret, Santa Barbara is now known all over the world for its exceptional climate, stunning scenery, and palm-lined, white-sand beaches. White stucco buildings with red tile roofs heighten its Mediterranean charm. Beyond that, Santa Barbara combines the cultural and recreational offerings of a major city with the warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere of a small town.

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Key Facts Colorful arts, culture and shopping district

Wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, surfing, tennis,

Close to:

kayaking, snorkelling

Beach and ocean State Street

Beautiful beaches and

CafĂŠs / Restaurants / Music clubs

majestic mountains

Best location for:

Historic landmarks and museums

Shopping and dining Educational community

Mediterranean climate

surrounding the University of

Outdoor activities

California at Santa Barbara Mountains with hiking and skiing nearby Breath-taking Channel Islands and Santa Ynez Valley wineries Excursions to Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and more

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SCHOOL FACT FILE Key Facts Located in a newly renovated, award winning, traditional Santa Barbara style building in the cultural and shopping district

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Facilities: 5 computers with free Wi-Fi Student lounge / computer lab Academic tutoring rooms Rooms: 6 classrooms State-of-the-art Mac lab

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I like everything at ELC Santa Barbara, when I am here I don’t want to be anywhere else.

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Hagen, Germany

Student Nationality Breakdown...

Top Nationalities Represented Based on 2011 and 2012 averages Korea

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General English Programs Through long experience with students at all levels and from countries all over the world, ELC has developed teaching techniques and programs that really work. Careful placement and program selection ensure that you will be studying English in the learning environment that is best for you.

G E N E R A L P R O G R A M FA C T F I L E Level requirements: Low beginner to upper advanced (12 levels available) Class size: Average 8-10 students,

Programs Available: Part-time Program (PT) Semi-Intensive English Program (SI) Semi-Intensive Plus Program (SIP) Intensive English Program (INT) Combination Course (CC)

Maximum 12 students, 14 during (July and August only) Number of lessons (per week): 10 lessons (PT), 20 lessons (SI), 24 lessons (SIP), 30 lessons (INT) and 20 lessons +10 individual lessons (CC) Lesson duration: 50 minutes Age: Minimum of 17 years old No maximum age requirement Offered: Year-round Start dates: Every Monday Duration: Minimum of 1 week

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SAMPLE GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAMS COURSE SCHEDULE Time

Section

9:00 - 10:40

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Thursday

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Grammar Structure & Usage

10:40 - 11:00

BREAK

11:00 - 12:40

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Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary & Pronunciation

12:40 - 1:40

LUNCH BREAK (1) Reading & Writing

1:40 - 3:20*

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(2) Reading & Writing

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(2) Elective

(2) Reading & Writing

Elective Courses Availability of Elective courses is dependent on student enrollment and student interest

Gives students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers.

Teaches students the rules for grammar usage thorugh communicative teaching methods.

American Culture

Film and Media

American Slang

Accent Reduction

Business English

Creative Writing

* Key to Course levels in Section C:

Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary and Pronunciation

(1) Beginning Level (2) Intermediate through advanced levels

Provides students with feedback and special exercises to help improve pronunciation Gives students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers.

Reading and Writing Exposes students to more vocabulary through reading.

Provides practice using English in all types of writing.

Elective Classes Offers students the opportunity to practice language in areas of special interest.

H O W E A C H G E N E R A L E N G L I S H C L A S S F I T S I N T O T H E T I M E TA B L E Course

Lessons / week

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Part-time Program

10 group lessons per week

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Semi-Intensive English Program

20 group lessons per week

A&B

Semi-Intensive Plus Program

24 group lessons per week

A & B (Monday - Friday), C (Tuesday - Thursday)

Intensive English Program

30 group lessons per week

A, B & C

20 group lessons per week + 10 individual lessons per week

A, B (group) & C (individual)

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Test Preparation Programs For students wishing to perfect their English, improve their academic skills and enhance their career opportunities for the future, ELC offers test preparation programs. The Test Preparation Programs are designed to provide a comprehensive study course for our students’ testing needs.

T O E F L A N D T O E I C P R E PA R AT I O N PROGRAM FACTFILE

Level requirements: Intermediate to Advanced Class size: Average 8-10 students, Maximum 12 students, 14 during (July and August only) Number of lessons (per week): 20 lessons General English plus 10 lessons TOEFL (group) or TOEIC (individual) Lesson duration: 50 minutes Age: Minimum of 17 years old No maximum age requirement Offered: Year-round Start dates: Every Monday

SAMPLE TOEFL AND TOEIC COURSE SCHEDULE

Duration: Minimum of 4 weeks (TOEFL) Minimum of 1 week (TOEIC)

Time

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9:00 - 10:40

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Test: ELC is an authorized test administration site for Institutional TOEFL and TOEIC examinations.

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Level requirements: Intermediate to advanced (FCE), advanced (CAE) Class size: Average 8 students Maximum 12 students Number of lessons (per week): 30 lessons (LA, BOS, SB) 20 lessons (SB) Lesson duration: 50 minutes Age: Minimum of 17 years old, No maximum age requirement Start dates: Set start dates Cambridge Preparation Program prepares students to pass either the Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) or the Certificate of Advanced English (CAE).

Duration: 8 or 11 weeks, exam week immediately following the course end

The FCE is the most widely recognized proof of language ability at the upper intermediate level. The CAE also has tremendous popularity as an assessment of advanced abilities in English.

Test: ELC is an authorized open test site for FCE and CAE.

Students in the FCE and CAE Preparation Courses focus on not only passing the final examination, but also on improving their general accuracy and fluency in English.

These are academically rigorous courses, limited to FCE and CAE students who will take the exam at its conclusion. All students must successfully pass a pre-test in order to participate in these courses. All three ELC locations are proud to be official University of Cambridge testing centers.

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ELC is the best experience I have ever known in my life. The staff is fantastic and devoted to each student. I have met students from everywhere in the world and due to the activities it creates a strong relationship between us. It’s like a second family. Also, now it is natural for me to speak English.

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Karine Boyer, France

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Special Programs Our celebration of diversity is not only represented through our students but also through our course selection. ELC is proud to offer a wide range of courses that cater to many audiences and fill very different needs.

These programs shape our students’ academic, professional and social lives and leave them with a life-changing and unforgettable experience.

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ENGLISH PLUS PROGRAMS

Students who plan to study at ELC for 12 weeks or longer can receive a discounted rate. The Long-Stay discount is valid on Semi-Intensive Plus, Intensive English, TOEFL Preparation and Cambridge Preparation*.

ELC is proud to offer a series of programs designed to allow students the opportunity to study in the SemiIntensive English program in the morning as well as doing something fun and exciting in the afternoon.

E A S T C O A S T- W E S T C O A S T E X P R E S S Students who wish to experience living in more than one top city in the USA can easily transfer from one ELC center to another.

Available Locations English Plus Program Los Angeles

INDIVIDUAL INTENSIVE E N G L I S H P R O G R A M (20 individual lessons per week)

English Plus

Students may choose to study English on a one-to-one basis. Individual lessons can be tailored to meet your individual goals and requests.

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Boston

Surfing English Plus Hollywood English Plus

L E S S O N S

Tennis English Plus

Private lessons can be added for individual attention or special learning requirements.

Photography English Plus

V O L U N T E E R P R O G R A M ( B O S T O N O N LY )

Yoga English Plus Dance

The Volunteer Program is designed to give students the opportunity to practice their English skills in a volunteer setting.

English Plus Music

*Cambridge weeks count toward the total weeks to determine the long-stay discount, however, Cambridge weeks are not discounted.

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ELC offers an Academic Year (AY) and Academic Semester (AS) Program, for students interested in enhancing their English abilities and advancing their academic skills. These programs are perfect for the student who is ready to dedicate a semester or a year to study abroad and who is looking for a costeffective, high quality program. Students may choose this program as a gap year program between studies in their home country or they may use it as a bridge program to achieve the right level of English for entering an American university.

Academic Year (AY) and Academic Semester (AS) Key Facts:

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Possibility to incorporate TOEFL and Cambridge Exam preparation*

Level requirements: Beginner to advanced

Both IBT TOEFL and a Cambridge Exam included for Academic Year

Class size: Either IBT TOEFL or Cambridge Exam included for Academic Semester

Average 8-10 students, Maximum 12 students

Regular meetings with the foreign student advisor

Number of lessons (per week): 24 or 30 lessons*

Content-based courses

Lesson duration: 50 minutes

Free university placement service

Age: Minimum of 17 years old,

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My English was very low but with the help of teachers and friends, I could improve quickly.

The teachers are just amazing, always helpful, friendly, and encouraging.

No maximum age requirement

ELC Certificate of English at the end of the semester or year

Start dates: Set start dates Highly discounted course rate

Duration:

Students may divide their studies between any of our three locations - Los Angeles, Boston and/or Santa Barbara

22 weeks (Academic Semester) 34 weeks (Academic Year)

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Regular written assessments

A S A N D AY P R O G R A M S S A M P L E T I M E TA B L E The Academic Year (AY) is 3 terms, including 2 vacations The Academic Semester (AS) is 2 terms including 1 vacation Itinerary Course options

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TEFL Certificate for Non-Native Speakers (Boston Only) The TEFL Certificate Program is an intensive 70-lesson Teacher Training Program for non-native teachers of English. Students receive 35 lessons each week taught by full-time ELC core staff.

Lessons include: EFL theory and methodology; classroom observation; and general English instruction. The Teacher Training Program is scheduled twice per year.

Third Age Program ELC offers a unique program designer for more mature students. The Third Age Program gives students the opportunity to experience life in three of the most beautiful areas of the US

Summer Campus Programs

Experience the lifestyle of an American college student while studying and living on a well-known American college campus.

Our Campus Programs at UCLA and Wheelock College provide students with English classes in a college classroom, accommodation in a college dormitory and access to campus facilities.

PROGRAM FACTFILE Study at a world famous college or university in Los Angeles or Boston

while learning about their rich

General English Programs,

culture and history.

English Plus Programs

Program includes

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Short walk to classrooms

Three afternoon activities per week

Meal plan options available

One all-day weekend

Use of campus facilities

excursion Homestay accommodation (single, half-board)

Optional activities and excursions Available July and August

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Junior Programs ELC is happy to welcome young learners to our junior programs during the winter and summer months. These all-inclusive programs give young learners the opportunity engage in classes and activities that are fun as well as educationally and culturally enriching.

Summer Junior Campus Locations...

SUMMER TERM JUNIOR PROGRAM FACT FILE

WINTER TERM JUNIOR PROGRAM FACT FILE

UCLA (Los Angeles, CA) Live and study on the fabulous campus of a world famous university.

UCSB (Santa Barbara, CA) A spectacular location that gives students access to outdoor activities and is within walking distance to the beach.

Student Age Range:

Student Age Range:

14-17 years

14-17 years

Wheelock College

Offered:

Offered:

July and August

January

Program Includes

Program Includes

Semi-Intensive English Program (20 lessons per week)

Semi-Intensive English Program (20 lessons per week)

Full-board dormitory accommodation (full-board Monday-Friday, half-board Saturday and breakfast only Sunday)

Homestay half-board accommodation (double occupancy - two students per family)

Daily afternoon and evening activities (Monday-Friday)

Full-day excursion each Sunday

11-13 years (UCSB only)

(Boston, MA)

The opportunity to live and study in the heart of historic Boston.

MIT (Cambridge, MA) Once in a lifetime opportunity to study and live in worldrenowned Cambridge MA, home to the world’s top colleges and universities.

Winter Junior Locations...

Daily afternoon activities (Monday-Friday)

Full-day excursion each Sunday

Optional evening and Saturday activities/excursions

Optional evening and Saturday activities/excursions

Text and materials Certificate of completion

Text and materials

Round-trip airport transfer

Certificate of completion

Los Angeles Boston

Careful supervision by ELC staff Round-trip airport transfer

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Executive Programs ELC is pleased to offer a variety of Executive English Programs for business professionals.

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PROGRAM

PARTIAL LIST OF CLIENTS Lufthansa

Air France

Lyonnaise Des Eaux Dumez

Air Liquide

Level requirement: Intermediate to Advanced Group 5 class size: Maximum 5 Group 5 age requirement: Minimum of 25 years old Dates: June-September (set dates) Duration: 2-week sessions

Mercedes Benz

Akomag Consulting

Merck

Banco Bradesco SA Banco de la Republica Colombia

Mitsubishi Co.

Banco Multiplic SA

Mitsui

BASF Ludwigshafen

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Boston Bruins Professional Hockey Team Boston Scientific Group Brahma

Group 5 Intensive English Group 5 Semi-Intensive English Group 5 Combination English Individual Executive English Combination English Plus

Pequiven

Corpoven

Price Waterhouse & Coopers

Credit Suisse Ecole Nationale de l’Aviation Civile

Sanyo Electric Schlumberger Surenco SA Shell Oil

Fianco French Ministry of Commerce The Gillette Company Grupo Telares Maracay GTE

Siemens Corporation Sony Corporation Sumitomo Bank, Ltd. Swift Armor Tayo-Kobe Bank

Hewlett Packard

Techint SA

Hilton Hotels

Tekeda Chemical Industries

Hitachi Group

Tokyo Electron Limited

Honda Howland SA

toward the realization of my goals. My success has inspired me to apply for an MBA program.

United Gulf Management, Inc.

IBM

United Technologies Carrier

KPMG

Galymzhan, Kazakhstan

Los Angeles Lakers

Universitat Oberto de Catalunya

Lotus

Vattenfall Hydropower AB

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National Bank of Kuwait

Peat Marwick

Coca Cola

I came to ELC to improve my English so that I could participate more effectively in meetings and negotiations with my international partners. As a result of excellent teaching and support of the

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Oxfam

Citibank

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MTV Italy

Olivetti SPA

Centinela Hospital

The courses developed for executives reflect the business world our students inhabit—quality-conscious, highly efficient, and extremely flexible.

Moscow State University

Nippon Steel

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Ministry of Education-Canada

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Case Study Analysis

Case Study Analysis

Case Study Analysis

Case Study Analysis

Case Study Analysis

10:40 - 11:00

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Business Report Writing Reading and Discussion Business Report Writing Reading and Discussion Business Report Writing

12:40 - 1:40

LUNCH

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Cross Cultural Communication

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Cross Cultural Communication

3:20 - 3:40

Grammar Review and Vocabulary

Cross Cultural Communication

Accent Reduction

Oral Presentation

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3:40 - 4:30

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Oral Presentation

Accent Reduction

Oral Presentation

Topics include: Business practices Marketing and product development Finance Management and human resources Issues and trends in American and international business Environmental and social issues Teaching Methods include: Simulated business meetings Discussion Presentation skills Role-play Case study analysis Business writing Pertinent business readings Oral communications

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A & B (group - see GE schedule), C & D (individual)

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Accommodation Chart At ELC you may choose to stay with an American family, share dormitory or residency life with fellow students, or enjoy the privacy of your own apartment or hotel. Whichever living accommodations you decide are best for you, you will find the Housing Coordinator in Los Angeles, Boston or Santa Barbara there to help arrange them.

Location

Los Angeles

Santa Barbara

Boston

Accommodation:

American Homestay

LA Apartments

Claremont Hotel

Royal Palace Hotel

UCLA Dormitory

International Guest House

ESL Townhouse

Copley House

Wheelock College Dormitory

Santa Barbara Residence

Type

Homestay

Apartment

Hotel

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Dormitory

Shared residence

Shared and private studio apartments

Studio apartment

Dormitory

Hotel

Offered

Year-round

Year-round

Year-round

Year-round

July and August

Year-round

Year-round

June September

July and August

Year-round

Location

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South Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles

UCLA campus

Beacon Street, Boston

Park Drive, Boston

West Newton Street, Boston

Wheelock College campus

Calle Real, Santa Barbara

Arrival/ Departure

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Saturday-toSaturday

Occupancy

Single room

Two double rooms*

Single or double room**

Single or double room**

Single or double room

Studio**

Shared (doubles, triples)

Single or double room**

Meals

Half board or bed & breakfast

Self-catering

Self-catering

Continental breakfast

Breakfast and dinner

Breakfast and dinner

Self-catering

Self-catering

Breakfast and dinner or breakfast only

Grab and go breakfast

Commute

30-60 minutes via public transportation

20 minutes

5 minutes on foot

5 minutes on foot

5 minutes on foot

10 minutes on foot

20 minutes via public transport

20 minutes via public transport

5 minutes on foot

20 minutes via public transport

Bathroom

Shared

Shared

Private

Private

Shared

1 private bathroom per room

1 private bathroom per apartment

Private

Shared

Shared

Varies

Common area / kitchen, tennis courts, on-site laundry, 24-hour fitness center, pool, security

Common area with TV

TV room, piano room, and laundry facilities

Kitchen, laundry facilities

Kitchen, laundry facilities

Student lounge, student campus center, library, fitness center

Kitchen

Wi-fi

Free (if available)

Free

Free

Free

Free

Additional fee

Free

Free

Free

Free

Minimum Age

17

18

18

18

18

17

18

18

18

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Facilities

Tiverton Avenue, Tiverton Avenue, Los Angeles Los Angeles

Student lounge, Olympic-size swimming pool, Breakfast room, tennis / microwave, racquetball refridgerator and courts, track and TV in room soccer playing fields, fitness center

Shared (double, Single and double triples, quads) room / studio

*Option to book a double room as a single for additional charge. **Double room available for two people travelling together.

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Services As an ELC student, you will find that we have many services in place to make your time at ELC pleasant, effective and worry-free. Your success in learning English quickly and comfortably is our primary mission.

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Student visa Students enrolling in a minimum 24-lesson per week course are eligible to receive an I-20 form in order to apply for a student visa in their country.

Airport transfer ELC is happy to arrange an airport transfer upon arrival and/or departure.

Teacher led-study hall/tutoring At each ELC, teachers provide students with additional academic help, free of charge, during designated study hall hours.

Wireless internet access and Computer lab Each school provides free wireless internet access and each school operates a computer lab for student use.

Student orientation All new students should report to school at 8:30am. Placement testing and orientation will begin promptly at that time.

English level evaluation with multi-level placement Placement testing includes a grammar section, a writing section, and an interview with the Director of Courses. The three separate components of the test allow us to make accurate placements for each of the student’s classes.

Certificate of Completion After completing your course at ELC with satisfactory attendance and performance, you will be granted a certificate of completion.

Authorized test centers All ELC centers are authorized test administration sites for the Institutional TOEFL, Institutional TOEIC and all of the Cambridge examinations including FCE, CAE and CPE. - The Institutional TOEFL and Institutional TOEIC exams are offered to students at each center every four weeks - FCE, CAE and CPE examinations are offered on select dates IBT TOEFL and TOEIC test registration The Director of Courses can personally assist you in registering for the official IBT TOEFL and TEOIC test through ETS (Educational Testing Services). There are test centers in Los Angeles, Boston and Santa Barbara that offer the IBT TOEFL exam (weekly) and IBT TOEIC exam (monthly).

Activities and Excursions Each ELC center publishes a monthly activities calendar, which includes fun and exciting things to do with other ELC students outside of the classroom. All ELC activities are chaperoned

by ELC staff and teachers. ELC activities are a great way to get to know other students, staff and the city you are studying and living in.

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PARTIAL LIST OF AMERICAN COLLEGES AND U N I V E R S I T I E S T H AT ELC STUDENTS HAVE TRANSFERRED ON TO:

P L A C E M E N T

ELC is eager to assist you with your long-term educational goals. Use ELC as your stepping stone to a successful future.

Baruch College - New York Bay State College - Massachusetts Bentley College - Massachusetts Berklee College of Music - Massachusetts Boston University - Massachusetts Brandon College - California Bunker Hill Community College Massachusetts California State University-Long Beach California California State University-Northridge California

Counseling for Selection and Application

Columbia University - New York

ELC is pleased to offer free counseling and university placement services to all ELC students interested in continuing their education at an American college or university. We are dedicated to helping you apply and gain admission to the college of your choice through:

Cornell University - New York Dean College - Massachusetts Emerson College - Massachusetts Endicott Colleg - Massachusetts Fisher College - Massachusetts

Free individual counseling from a designated staff member

Georgetown University - Washington D.C.

Guidance through the process of selecting a college of your choice

Gonzaga University - Washington Harvard University - Massachusetts

Assistance completing the application process (including college admission essay writing, letters of recommendation)

Massachusetts Bay Community College Massachusetts

Arranging guided campus tours

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Massachusetts

Providing presentations by visiting representatives from colleges and universities

Mt. Ida College - Massachusetts Newbury College - Massachusetts

ELC’s College Network

Northeastern University - Massachusetts

ELC has established a growing network of colleges and universities throughout the United States to better help you attain your educational goals.

Oregon State University - Oregon

Our college network includes:

Salem State College - Massachusetts

Bay State College

Montserrat College of Art

Bunker Hill Community College

Newbury College

California International Business University

Pine Manor College

Penn State University - Pennsylvania Quincy College - Massachusetts San Diego State University - California Santa Barbara City College - California Santa Monica College - California Seattle Central Community College Washington

Santa Barbara City College

Cambridge College

Tufts University - Massachusetts

Santa Monica College

Dean College

University of California at Riverside California

Seattle Central Community College

Fisher College

University of California at San Francisco California

West Los Angeles College

Glendale Community College

University of California at Los Angeles California

Los Angeles Southwest College

Highline Community College

University of Georgia - Georgia University of Massachusetts Massachusetts

Through this growing network, ELC can offer students: Conditional Letters of Acceptance

University of Portland - Oregon

Acceptance of ELC’s Institutional TOEFL or TOEFL Waiver

University of Rhode Island - Rhode Island

Concurrent Enrollment

University of Wisconsin - Wisconsin

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