Focus of Study:
The English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Pittsburgh offers a CEA-accredited Intensive English Program (IEP) with classes at five proficiency levels. The number of levels offered depends on enrollments.The first week of the program includes several orientation sessions; the last week of the program includes final exams and a closing ceremony. All students receive a final grade report. Students who successfully complete a course will receive a certificate of attendance.
Benefit, Goal of this Course:
Speaking
developing and giving presentations
building speaking fluency
improving pronunciation
enhancing conversational abilities
Writing
improving organization and accuracy
writing essays and research papers
Listening
developing comprehension skills for understanding lectures
understanding authentic audio and video
increasing comprehension of conversational English
Reading
developing vocabulary
increasing reading fluency
improving reading comprehension
Grammar
learning to understand grammar in listening and reading
using appropriate grammar to communicate effectively in speaking and in writing\
Curriculum:Full-time students receive 20 class hours of intensive English instruction each week per academic term. Each class meets two days a week for two class hours. Classes are scheduled between 8 am and 5 pm.
