Learn English in Beautiful Southern California Why Cel?
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CEL PACIFIC BEACH CEL SAN DIEGO CEL SANTA MONICA LEARN ENGLISH IN BEAUTIFUL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WHY CEL? ................................................ 3 GENERAL ENGLISH .......................... 4 EXAM PROGRAMS ............................ 5 OUR LEVELS .......................................... 6 WHY CEL? 9 More than 35 years of experience in teaching English TEACHING METHODS .................... 7 9 Small class size (average of 6-7, maximum of 10 students per class) 9 Recognized and accredited by language industry associations 9 New classes start every week SAN DIEGO ............................................. 8 9 Certified and experienced teachers OUR SCHOOL ..................................................... 10 9 Friendly and comfortable English speaking homestay families ACCOMODATION ............................................... 12 9 Great locations in San Diego Downtown, San Diego Pacific Beach and Los Angeles Santa Monica ACTIVITIES ............................................................ 16 9 Students from around the world 9 A wide choice of residential accommodation options 9 Fun activity program PACIFIC BEACH ................................... 18 OUR SCHOOL ..................................................... 20 OUR MISSION ACCOMODATION ............................................... 22 The mission of CEL is to provide English Language instruction and educational programs to speakers of other languages ACTIVITIES ............................................................ 16 who want to improve their English skills for personal, academic, or professional reasons. As well, our goal is to enrich the students’ cultural experiences through a variety of activities using host families and local and regional venues. Finally, our aim is to provide these by establishing a professional yet friendly atmosphere not only in our offices, common areas, and classrooms, but through our hosts so that every student feels accepted into a friendly and supportive environment SANTA MONICA ................................ 24 where learning can take place. OUR SCHOOL ..................................................... 26 ACCOMODATION ............................................... 28 ACTIVITIES ............................................................ 32 2 www.englishcollege.com www.englishcollege.com 3 EXAM PROGRAMS CAMBRIDGE EXAM PREPARATION CEL offers FCE and CAE exam preparation courses throughout the year. Students must be at the upper intermediate GENERAL ENGLISH level to take the FCE prep course. Those interested in taking the CAE prep course must be at the advanced level. Cambridge exam prep classes are kept small (an average of 6 and a maximum of 10 students) so teachers can work The general English language courses are based on a curriculum developed to help students improve their English one-on-one with students and use the best tools fit for each student’s learning style. Teachers monitor your progress language skills and achieve academic success. Students will gain confidence and fluency in the areas of reading, writing, throughout the course ensuring your way to passing the exam. Please note that we have specific start dates for our listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary. CEL offers 6 levels of general English language courses. Small classes Cambridge exam preparation courses. (average of 6-7, maximum of 10 students per class) ensure that students benefit from individualized attention as teachers cater class material to their personal learning style. New courses start every Monday and each lesson is 45 minutes long. TOEFL The TOEFL test is a highly respected English language proficiency test, accepted by over 9,000 universities, colleges COURSE NO. OF LESSONS WEEK HOURS PER WEEK F1 NEEDED and agencies in over 130 countries including Australia, Canada, the U.K. and the United States. This standardized test measures the English-language ability of non-native speakers who are interested in attending English-speaking Intensive 20 15 no universities. The exam scores are used as a solid base for making important admission decisions. The TOEFL Intensive Plus 24 18 yes preparation course allows students to focus exclusively on preparing for the exam. Experienced teachers provide Super Intensive 30 22.5 yes students with test taking strategies, practice tests and the skills necessary to be successful on the TOEFL test. PRIVATE COURSE NO. OF LESSONS WEEK HOURS PER WEEK F1 NEEDED Our private lessons are the most effective method of learning English as the class is focused purely on your needs. Cambridge FCE 20 15 no Lessons can be combined with General English as well. Super Cambridge FCE 30 22.5 yes Cambridge CAE 20 15 no Super Cambridge CAE 30 22.5 yes SCHEDULE TOEFL 20 15 no Please bear in mind that lessons for all courses can be held in the morning or afternoon. TOEFL Plus 24 18 yes 4 www.englishcollege.com www.englishcollege.com 5 OUR LEVELS TEACHING METHODS All our levels are offered year around. Level up tests are offered weekly for students to move to a higher level if and Our modern and interactive teaching methods are based on an integrated curriculum with a focus on reading, writing, when they feel they are ready to advance. grammar, vocabulary, listening and speaking. Classes have an average of 6-7 students per class, with a maximum of 10 students. This allows teachers to have individual time with students and focus on their individual language needs. ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 LEVELS OUR TEACHERS AND OUR LEARNING MATERIALS Name Basic Intermediate Advanced FCE TOEFL CAE Our certified and experienced teachers are one of our keys to success. A variety of different teaching methods and Program General English Test preparation many years of experience allow our students to improve rapidly. We have teachers for all levels, including dedicated teachers for our TOEFL and Cambridge exam preparation. PLACEMENT TEST Our teachers are native English speakers and have a Bachelor’s degree plus English certification, including TEFL, TESOL, All new students take a placement test on the first day of school. Students will then be placed into the appropriate class. and CELTA. More than half of our teachers have earned or are in the process of earning a Master’s degree. Teaching experience ranges on average from 3 to 15 years in the classroom. COURSE START DATES All students receive a book on their first day of class based on their level. In addition to the books, all of our teachers use New classes for all levels begin every week allowing students to start throughout the year. Please note that we have supplemental materials. Classrooms are equipped with current technology. Teachers use a variety of learning materials specific start dates for our Cambridge exam preparation courses. and emphasize a communicative method. With a small student to teacher ratio, the curriculum is student focused. 6 www.englishcollege.com www.englishcollege.com 7 SAN DIEGO - AMERICa’s FINEST CITY SAN DIEGO AT A GLANCE Known for its beautiful coastline and year-round sunshine, San Diego attracts people from all over the world. Students 9 Known as America’s finest city can enjoy a variety of activities including sports, shopping, dining and art in what is known as America’s Finest City! 9 Endless white sandy beaches San Diego’s beaches are a favorite among visitors and locals alike. You can surf some of the world’s best waves in 9 More than 300 days of sunshine per year Coronado, kayak in La Jolla Shores or experience the lively entertainment and art in Pacific Beach. Avid shoppers enjoy 9 Second largest city in California major malls like Horton Plaza, Fashion Valley and UTC featuring international fashion houses, leading department stores and popular retailers. In addition, areas like Little Italy and La Jolla are home to multiple boutiques showcasing local 9 Great nightlife talent. 9 Sports on the beach 9 The ethnic and cultural diversity of San Diego brings in a wide range of cuisines to the city. With perpetual sunny days, Vast array of international culinary alfresco dining is a must to experience. Foodies can indulge in fish tacos, authentic Mexican food and petite pastries. 9 Close to Los Angeles and Las Vegas Most of the popular restaurants can be found in Little Italy, La Jolla, Hillcrest, Old Town and the Gaslamp Quarter. From the exciting streets of Downtown to the European vibes of Little Italy, and the laid-back neighborhood of Ocean Beach, San Diego is a great destination to perfect your English and live the California dream! 8 www.englishcollege.com www.englishcollege.com 9 SCHOOL SAN DIEGO CEL SAN DIEGO DOWNTOWN DOWNTOWN AT A GLANCE 9 Fantastic location in the heart of Downtown CEL San Diego is situated in the heart of Downtown San Diego on the lively street of Broadway. Students can enjoy a 9 Small classes – no more than 10 students variety of activities including sports, shopping, dining and per class art in what is known as America’s Finest City! The popular Horton Plaza shopping mall is within a 2-minute walk 9 General English and TOEFL Exam preparation from the school. Our proximity to the Gaslamp Quarter 9 New courses start every Monday and Little Italy allows students to enjoy many outdoor events and experience the vibrancy of an American city. 9 Students from around the world 9 Air conditioned school building We have 14 modern classrooms, equipped with the 9 latest technology such as TV’s and sound systems for Student Lounge easy audio-visual learning. Students are able to enjoy 9 Free Wi-Fi free Wi-Fi, air conditioning,