ESL Program
Our ESL (English as a Second Language) program consists of five levels of instruction, from beginner to advanced. Course level placement is based upon Michigan Test scores and a writing sample. Testing commences upon arrival at CPELI. The programs are year-round, divided into four 10-week quarters. Special short-term programs are also available. Classes consist of 20 hours per week of core instruction including listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, and five hours per week of an elective such as TOEFL Preparation or American Culture and Cinema.
Core Class #1
This is an integrated English class that stresses communication and collaborative learning. The focus of this course is on grammar and writing skills. This is a required class.
Core Class #2
This course is closely coordinated with Core Class #1, and focuses on reading, speaking, listening and vocabulary acquisition skills. This is a required class.
Elective Courses
"American Pronunciation and Intonation", "American Culture and Cinema", "American Idioms and Slang", and TOEFL Preparation classes are offered as electives.
Computer Courses
A computer course in basic word processing and other computing applications is offered as part of the regular curriculum. This course prepares students for the use of computers in both academic and everyday life. Students attend this course as a component of their regular ESL classes.
Daily Class Schedule
Day
Time |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
8:00-10:00AM |
Core Class 1 |
Core Class 1 |
Core Class 1 |
Core Class 1 |
Core Class 1 |
10:00-Noon |
Core Class 2 |
Core Class 2 |
Core Class 2 |
Core Class 2 |
Core Class 2 |
Noon-1:00PM |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
Lunch |
1:00-3:30PM |
Elective Classes |
Elective Classes |
Elective Classes |
Elective Classes |
|
3:30-5:00PM |
Conversation Club |
Conversation Club |
Conversation Club |
Conversation Club |
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Bridge Program
The CPELI Bridge Program allows CPELI graduates the opportunity to experience university level classes prior to matriculation.
For more information please call us (909) 869. 4814
