Practical English for Everyday Use
(suitable for beginner to advanced students)
Taught by Robb Ross or Kamma Cordeiro.  Click here for instructor profiles.

Here in China's most international city, proficiency in English is a basic necessity for those who want to communicate effectively with people of all nations.  This course places a strong emphasis on active communication over conventional textbook learning, bringing both spoken and written English to life through a variety of discussions, exercises, games, and role-play activities.  Lesson plans are focused around the practical situations of everyday life, both personal and professional.  With each new lesson, you will become more accustomed to the basic structure and correct pronunciation of common phrases and expressions while building a vocabulary that is large enough to communicate effectively at home or work.  You will have ample opportunity to practice your newly acquired vocabulary and grammar structures in small, medium, and large-group activities, all of which simulate real life.  This course offers a pragmatic approach similar to the "total-immersion" experience of living in a foreign country.  During each lesson, you will be carefully guided through a variety of communication activities leading from structured practice to free expression.  Come and improve your English with other expats in a supportive and lively environment.  This course is available for beginner, intermediate, and advanced English language learners.

Course Title: English
Tuition Fee: RMB 3200

Spring Session 2012: March 7th to May 12th

Section A: Wednesday and Friday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
10 weeks from March 7th to May 11th (Course Code: EN103)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section B: Wednesday and Friday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
10 weeks from March 7th to May 11th (Course Code: EN104)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section C: Saturdays (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
10 weeks from March 10th to May 12th (Course Code: EN105)
Location: ELC Learning Center

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

Registration Procedure:
Please register online first to reserve your place.  You will then receive a confirmation email with further details.  Next, payment must be made on site at the ELC Learning Center during the payment dates shown below (you can come in person or send someone).

Tuition payment for the Spring Session 2012 will take place from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, from Monday, February 20th through Monday, February 27th, 2012.  Payments will be received in the Registration Office at the ELC Learning Center.  Click here for map.

Please note: classes are kept small for the students' benefit (generally between 8 and 12 people).  Register early to reserve your place.  Payment must be received on time to complete your enrollment and maintain your reservation in the class(es) for which you have registered.  (Any course that does not meet sufficient enrollment may be cancelled and a full refund provided upon presentation of your original receipt.)