Curriculum :
To choose the Quatorial programme is to favour a dynamic approach to perfecting language performance in speaking and writing situations. This programme is practice based using quasi authentic situations. A variety of sessions of different types are designed not only to help develop language accuracy but also to allow the participant to overcome inhibitions and to use the language eloquently in all situations. The overall aim is to turn the participant into an articulate English speaker and presenter.
 

A programme that embraces fully the varying dynamics and approaches required to master the different aspects of language fluency: plenary sessions involving everyone, mini-groups of maximum 4 participants, workshop sessions for specific performance related aims and optional tutorial tuition (1 participant per tutor).
 
It includes:
Quatorial Lessons:
controlled practice in language structures and lexis development with constant support and feedback to achieve a good command of: grammar structures, idioms, vocabulary and expressions
drills to sharpen understanding of written text through reading exercises  based on a wide range of materials: reports, articles, studies
coaching and practice in writing letters, reports, emails, presentations, articles
formal listening exercises.
Quatorial Project:
team project work requiring research on the internet, books, magazines, and newspapers it also gives real-life practice in formal writing and presenting. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Plenary Session:
a News Review to practise discussion of daily news items leading to formal presentation, using podcasts of BBC, CNN, NBC news.
Spoken Performance Workshop:
this is a fluency skills session to help the learner overcome inhibitions and group communication anxieties. Feedback focuses on performance rather than accuracy.
Individual attention:
each Quatorial programme includes one hour of Masterclass (teacher guided study). Participants can choose to replace this with 1 or 2 hours of Tutorial lessons which is time with a private tutor to work on individual language needs or specialised professional requirements
 
Option: exam revision
Students wishing to take an official exam are exposed to exam requirements with active practice on past papers under timed conditions to foster familiarity with the exam.

Homestay
To maximise the opportunities for speaking the language, OISE has a policy of never allowing two students of the same mother tongue to stay in any one host family. All students have a single room. Each host family is selected and monitored according to strict criteria laid down by OISE. Houses must be comfortable, the hosts welcoming and, above all, genuinely interested in receiving students and helping them to develop fluency in the language.

College
This option is ideal for those requiring more independence and who wish to experience the unique atmosphere of college life. Some colleges are historic buildings set in beautiful grounds which offer students a peaceful environment conducive to study and relaxation. Some are modern premises offering city centre locations and practical convenience. If you wish to stay in college (July and August only) please add the supplements listed below to the course price

a smart, modern design, combines original , oak beams with state-of-the-art flat screen , PCs. The double aspect reception and selfstudy area

 The nationality and age mix ; varies over different time periods, courses and levels.