AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE CHOICE FORM
(IEC - International English for Communication)
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YOUR NAME (PLEASE PRINT)
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YOUR GENERAL CLASS
You may take one or two elective classes. If you choose electives, you must maintain
a minimum of 80% attendance in those elective classes in order to pass and maintain
F-1 status. Elective classes do not count toward certificate eligibility.
Please write the code for the class, and the name of the class. The room will be filled
in by the office.
FIRST CHOICE FOR 18:30 TO 19:50:
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CODE
CLASS NAME
TIME
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ROOM
SECOND CHOICE FOR 18:30 to 19:50:
If your first choice has too many students, or not enough students sign up for your first choice,
what is your second choice for 18:30 – 19:50?
_________ _______________________________________ 18:30 – 19:50
CODE
CLASS NAME
TIME
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ROOM
ELECTIVE ADD/DROP:
If you decide you want to change or drop your elective classes, please go to Room 206 of the
Center for Continuing Education at the following days and times:
Monday, September 27th
Tuesday, September 28th
Wednesday, September 29th
Thursday, September 30th
Friday, October 1st
18:00 – 20:00
18:00 – 20:00
18:00 – 20:00
18:00 – 20:00
18:00 – 20:00
FALL SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 100/101
THURSDAY: 18:30 –19:50
1) AP: AMERICAN PRONUNCIATION
Help native speakers understand you. Are you tired of hearing “What?” and, “Excuse me?” from
Americans? Taking this fun class can help you. In this course, students will improve both their
listening and speaking skills. The class is customized to meet the pronunciation needs of the current
students. The teacher will provide students with fun dialogs, games, and role-plays as well as a lot
of individual attention. Vowels, word endings, and intonation are all within the scope of the course.
2) BESP: BASIC ENGLISH SENTENCE PATTERNS
In this class, you will learn basic grammar words, like "noun," "verb," "adverb" and
"conjunction" and where to put them in a sentence. When you know these things, you will
be able to speak, read and write better. This class will use videos, games and exercises
to learn the words and patterns. NO REPEATERS!
3) MS: MYSTERIES OF SPELLING
Is spelling in English a challenge or mystery to you? The purpose of this course is to practice the
basic spelling patterns and improve spelling by focusing on reading and writing. Through this
course, students obtain a variety of lively and challenging learning activities. Spelling class teaches
students basic and intermediate principles of phonics, provides practice in basic spelling patterns
and sound-letter correspondence, and gives students plenty of opportunity to build their vocabulary
in context. The class will focus on various reading texts and writing activities as a bridge to
spelling.
4) BASIC TOEFL GRAMMAR
Do you want to improve your grammar for the TOEFL? In this class you will work on grammar
topics such as verb tenses, nouns, adjectives, articles, prepositions, pronouns and more topics based
on your needs. This class will help you build your grammar skills to improve your score on the
written sections of the TOEFL. The class is also helpful for students who want to improve their
general understanding of English grammar. Students will practice with test-type examples and
exercises.
5) BVIS: BEGINNING VOCABULARY, IDIOMS, AND SLANG
This course will help students learn useful vocabulary and slang expressions for various occasions
in everyday life. The new vocabulary words and slang expressions will be learned in various
written and spoken exercises.
6) SAC: SURVIVING AMERICAN CULTURE
Do you have questions about how something is done in the United States? Are you living in a
homestay and wonder about the food your family eats? Are you trying to understand Americans?
Do you wonder if American life is like the movies and television? Learn about American culture
and living in the United States while sharing about your own country. Learn through lecture,
discussion and games about topics such as American customs, laws, culture shock, safety,
communication, and more.
7) SRA: PREPARATION FOR ACADEMIC READING
This course is designed to help you accelerate your reading speed and your vocabulary
skills. You will work independently, at your own pace, on two types of readings:
-3/4 of class time will be spent on general academic reading practice
-1/4 of class time will be spent on practice TOEFL readings
FALL SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 102
THURSDAY: 18:30--17:50
1) AP: AMERICAN PRONUNCIATION
Help native speakers understand you. Are you tired of hearing, “What?” and, “Excuse me?” from
Americans? Taking this fun class can help you. In this course, students will improve both their
listening and speaking skills. The class is customized to meet the pronunciation needs of the current
students. The teacher will provide students with fun dialogs, games, and role-plays as well as a lot
of individual attention. Vowels, consonants, word endings, and intonation are all within the scope
of the course.
2) BESP: BASIC ENGLISH SENTENCE PATTERNS
In this class, you will learn basic grammar words, like "noun," "verb," "adverb" and
"conjunction," and where to put them in a sentence. When you know these things, you will
be able to speak, read and write better. This class will use videos, games and exercises
to learn the words and patterns. NO REPEATERS!
3) DF: DEVELOPING FLUENCY THROUGH TWO AND THREE WORD VERBS
English has hundreds of two and three word verbs--for example, "bring up" and "keep up with."
Learning these verbs will help students become fluent in everyday English. In this course, students
will learn many new verbs through vocabulary exercises, listening and speaking activities, and
language games. IF YOU TOOK THIS CLASS LAST SESSION, DON’T TAKE IT AGAIN.
4) BASIC TOEFL GRAMMAR
Do you want to improve your grammar for the TOEFL? In this class you will work on grammar
topics such as verb tenses, nouns, adjectives, articles, prepositions, pronouns and more topics based
on your needs. This class will help you build your grammar skills to improve your score on the
written sections of the TOEFL. The class is also helpful for students who want to improve their
general understanding of English grammar. Students will practice with test-type examples and
exercises.
5) BVIS: BEGINNING VOCABULARY, IDIOMS, AND SLANG
This course will help students learn useful vocabulary and slang expressions for various occasions
in everyday life. The new vocabulary words and slang expressions will be learned in various
written and spoken exercises.
6) SAC: SURVIVING AMERICAN CULTURE
Do you have questions about how something is done in the United States? Are you living in a
homestay and wonder about the food your family eats? Are you trying to understand Americans?
Do you wonder if American life is like the movies and television? Learn about American culture
and living in the United States while sharing about your own country. Learn through lecture,
discussion and games about topics such as American customs, laws, culture shock, safety,
communication, and more.
7) SRA: PREPARATION FOR ACADEMIC READING
This course is designed to help you accelerate your reading speed and your vocabulary
skills. You will work independently, at your own pace, on two types of readings:
-3/4 of class time will be spent on general academic reading practice
-1/4 of class time will be spent on practice TOEFL readings
FALL SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 103
THURSDAY : 18:30--19:50
1) BT: BIZ TALK
This class is designed to help students recognize and understand the most popular terms and
expressions used in American Business English, for example, “to have the floor” or “to brainstorm.”
It will also include business terms that have been adopted into everyday speech. By learning these
expressions, students will improve their comprehension of American Business English and have a
better understanding of American Business. This elective can be used to satisfy a requirement of
the Certificate in Business for Global Practices.
2) DF: DEVELOPING FLUENCY THROUGH TWO AND THREE WORD VERBS
English has hundreds of two and three word verbs--for example, "bring up" and "keep up with."
Learning these verbs will help students become fluent in everyday English. In this course, students
will learn many new verbs through vocabulary exercises, listening and speaking activities, and
language games. IF YOU TOOK THIS CLASS LAST SESSION, DON’T TAKE IT AGAIN!
3) LLA: LANGUAGE LAB A: INDEPENDENT STUDY
This elective class is designed for highly motivated students who would like to have extra practice
in reading, listening, and speaking. Students will work under the supervision of an instructor in the
language lab. They will be able to choose whatever area(s) they would like to work on such as:
TOEFL listening practice, listening comprehension on taped university lectures, pronunciation and
intonation improvement tapes, and an individualized reading comprehension program. If you miss
the first class, you may lose your place.
4) TACTICS FOR TOEIC SPEAKING AND WRITING TESTS
This course is designed to help you prepare for the new TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests. You
will study the test-taking and linguistic skills necessary to do well on the actual test, practice taking
sample tests, listen to authentic student responses accompanied by scores and examiners’ comments,
and learn tips on how to manage your time during the test. After taking this course, you will be
ready to get a high score on the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests.
5) TTT: TALK! TALK! TALK!
Talk! Talk! Talk! Is a class that will allow students to talk freely on many current events that are
happening in today’s society. You will learn about controversial and social issues that affect
Americans. You will also increase your vocabulary. Your oral communication level must be 103
or higher.
6) UAF: UNDERSTANDING AMERICAN FILM
Do you want to practice your listening skills and have fun at the same time? In this course, we will
watch Hollywood feature films and then do vocabulary, listening, and speaking activities to
accompany the films. Dramas and comedies will be used.
7) VLPM: VOCABULARY AND LISTENING PRACTICE THROUGH POPULAR MUSIC
Are you tired of not being able to understand the words of your favorite songs? In this class,
students will study popular songs by many different artists. Several types of music will be covered,
such as ballads, rap, and jazz. There will be vocabulary and listening activities and small group
discussions to help students understand the meanings of the songs. If you have taken this class
before, you can take it again because there will be ALL NEW SONGS. IF YOU TOOK THIS
CLASS LAST SESSION, DON’T TAKE IT AGAIN!
SPRING SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 104
THURSDAY : 18:30--19:50
1)BT: BIZ TALK
This class is designed to help students recognize and understand the most popular terms and
expressions used in American Business English, for example, “to have the floor” or “to brainstorm.”
It will also include business terms that have been adopted into everyday speech. By learning these
expressions, students will improve their comprehension of American Business English and have a
better understanding of American Business. This elective can be used to satisfy a requirement of
the Certificate in Business for Global Practices.
2)LLA: LANGUAGE LAB A: INDEPENDENT STUDY
This elective class is designed for highly motivated students who would like to have extra practice
in reading, listening, and speaking. Students will work under the supervision of an instructor in the
language lab. They will be able to choose whatever area(s) they would like to work on such as:
TOEFL listening practice, listening comprehension on taped university lectures, pronunciation and
intonation improvement tapes, and an individualized reading comprehension program. If you miss
the first class, you may lose your place.
3)MS: MYSTERIES OF SPELLING
Is spelling in English a challenge or mystery to you? The purpose of this course is to practice the
basic spelling patterns and improve spelling by focusing on reading and writing. Through this
course, students obtain a variety of lively and challenging learning activities. Spelling class teaches
students basic and intermediate principles of phonics, provides practice in basic spelling patterns
and sound-letter correspondence, and gives students plenty of opportunity to build their vocabulary
in context. The class will focus on various reading texts and writing activities as a bridge to
spelling.
4)TACTICS FOR TOEIC SPEAKING AND WRITING TESTS
This course is designed to help you prepare for the new TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests. You
will study the test-taking and linguistic skills necessary to do well on the actual test, practice taking
sample tests, listen to authentic student responses accompanied by scores and examiners’ comments,
and learn tips on how to manage your time during the test. After taking this course, you will be
ready to get a high score on the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests.
5)TTT: TALK! TALK! TALK!
Talk! Talk! Talk! Is a class that will allow students to talk freely on many current events that are
happening in today’s society. You will learn about controversial and social issues that affect
Americans. You will also increase your vocabulary. Your oral communication level must be 103
or higher.
6)UAF: UNDERSTANDING AMERICAN FILM
Do you want to practice your listening skills and have fun at the same time? In this course, we will
watch Hollywood feature films and then do vocabulary, listening, and speaking activities to
accompany the films. Dramas and comedies will be used.
7)VLPM: VOCABULARY AND LISTENING PRACTICE THROUGH POPULAR MUSIC
Are you tired of not being able to understand the words of your favorite songs? In this class,
students will study popular songs by many different artists. Several types of music will be covered,
such as ballads, rap, and jazz. There will be vocabulary and listening activities and small group
discussions to help students understand the meanings of the songs. If you have taken this class
before, you can take it again because there will be ALL NEW SONGS. IF YOU TOOK THIS
CLASS LAST SESSION, DON’T TAKE IT AGAIN!
SPRING SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 105
THURSDAY : 18:30--19:50
1)BT: BIZ TALK
This class is designed to help students recognize and understand the most popular terms and
expressions used in American Business English, for example, “to have the floor” or “to brainstorm.”
It will also include business terms that have been adopted into everyday speech. By learning these
expressions, students will improve their comprehension of American Business English and have a
better understanding of American Business. This elective can be used to satisfy a requirement of
the Certificate in Business for Global Practices.
2)CGTP-A: COMPUTERIZED GRADUATE TEST PREPARATION LAB-A
This lab is for those planning to take the GMAT or GRE. GMAT and GRE are computerized tests.
When preparing for a computerized test, it is important that you do two things: know the content
of the test, and practice on the computer. This will help you to be better prepared and more
effective on test day. This lab will give you the opportunity to practice GMAT and GRE exercises
on the computer. You will become familiar with the computerized version of the test, improve your
understanding of test questions and test-taking strategies, and become better prepared through
taking simulated tests.
3)HAIS: HIGH INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN IDIOMS AND SLANG
This class is designed to help you recognize and understand commonly used American
idiomatic and slang expressions. By learning these expressions, you will improve your
comprehension of everyday spoken English and you will get a better "feel" for American
culture.
4)LLA: LANGUAGE LAB A: INDEPENDENT STUDY
This elective class is designed for highly motivated students who would like to have extra practice
in reading, listening, and speaking. Students will work under the supervision of an instructor in the
language lab. They will be able to choose whatever area(s) they would like to work on such as:
TOEFL listening practice, listening comprehension on taped university lectures, pronunciation and
intonation improvement tapes, and an individualized reading comprehension program. If you miss
the first class, you may lose your place.
5)TACTICS FOR TOEIC SPEAKING AND WRITING TESTS
This course is designed to help you prepare for the new TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests. You
will study the test-taking and linguistic skills necessary to do well on the actual test, practice taking
sample tests, listen to authentic student responses accompanied by scores and examiners’ comments,
and learn tips on how to manage your time during the test. After taking this course, you will be
ready to get a high score on the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests.
6)TTT: TALK! TALK! TALK!
Talk! Talk! Talk! Is a class that will allow students to talk freely on many current events that are
happening in today’s society. You will learn about controversial and social issues that affect
Americans. You will also increase your vocabulary. Your oral communication level must be 103
or higher.
7)UAF: UNDERSTANDING AMERICAN FILM
Do you want to practice your listening skills and have fun at the same time? In this course, we will
watch Hollywood feature films and then do vocabulary, listening, and speaking activities to
accompany the films. Dramas and comedies will be used.
8)VLPM: VOCABULARY AND LISTENING PRACTICE THROUGH POPULAR MUSIC
Are you tired of not being able to understand the words of your favorite songs? In this class,
students will study popular songs by many different artists. Several types of music will be covered,
such as ballads, rap, and jazz. There will be vocabulary and listening activities and small group
discussions to help students understand the meanings of the songs. If you have taken this class
before, you can take it again because there will be ALL NEW SONGS. IF YOU TOOK THIS
CLASS LAST SESSION, DON’T TAKE IT AGAIN!
SPRING SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 106
THURSDAY : 18:30--19:50
1)CGTP-A: COMPUTERIZED GRADUATE TEST PREPARATION LAB-A
This lab is for those planning to take the GMAT or GRE. GMAT and GRE are computerized tests.
When preparing for a computerized test, it is important that you do two things: know the content
of the test, and practice on the computer. This will help you to be better prepared and more
effective on test day. This lab will give you the opportunity to practice GMAT and GRE exercises
on the computer. You will become familiar with the computerized version of the test, improve your
understanding of test questions and test-taking strategies, and become better prepared through
taking simulated tests.
2)HAIS: HIGH INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN IDIOMS AND SLANG
This class is designed to help you recognize and understand commonly used American
idiomatic and slang expressions. By learning these expressions, you will improve your
comprehension of everyday spoken English and you will get a better "feel" for American
culture.
3)LLA: LANGUAGE LAB A: INDEPENDENT STUDY
This elective class is designed for highly motivated students who would like to have extra practice
in reading, listening, and speaking. Students will work under the supervision of an instructor in the
language lab. They will be able to choose whatever area(s) they would like to work on such as:
TOEFL listening practice, listening comprehension on taped university lectures, pronunciation and
intonation improvement tapes, and an individualized reading comprehension program. If you miss
the first class, you may lose your place.
4)PB: PROFILES IN BUSINESS I
The focus of this class is to improve both your knowledge of American business and your English
skills. Each week a different company or person will be profiled, using videos and readings from a
variety of different sources. The materials will provide students with the opportunity to acquire
vocabulary, practice listening skills, discuss concepts, and learn about significant American
companies and business people. This elective can be used to satisfy a requirement of the
Certificate in Business for Global Practices.
5)UAF: UNDERSTANDING AMERICAN FILM
Do you want to practice your listening skills and have fun at the same time? In this course, we will
watch Hollywood feature films and then do vocabulary, listening, and speaking activities to
accompany the films. Dramas and comedies will be used.
SPRING SESSION A, 2010
AMERICAN LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: ELECTIVE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 107
THURSDAY : 18:30--19:50
1)CGTP-A: COMPUTERIZED GRADUATE TEST PREPARATION LAB-A
This lab is for those planning to take the GMAT or GRE. GMAT and GRE are computerized tests.
When preparing for a computerized test, it is important that you do two things: know the content
of the test, and practice on the computer. This will help you to be better prepared and more
effective on test day. This lab will give you the opportunity to practice GMAT and GRE exercises
on the computer. You will become familiar with the computerized version of the test, improve your
understanding of test questions and test-taking strategies, and become better prepared through
taking simulated tests.
2)HAIS: HIGH INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN IDIOMS AND SLANG
This class is designed to help you recognize and understand commonly used American
idiomatic and slang expressions. By learning these expressions, you will improve your
comprehension of everyday spoken English and you will get a better "feel" for American
culture.
3)LLA: LANGUAGE LAB A: INDEPENDENT STUDY
This elective class is designed for highly motivated students who would like to have extra practice
in reading, listening, and speaking. Students will work under the supervision of an instructor in the
language lab. They will be able to choose whatever area(s) they would like to work on such as:
TOEFL listening practice, listening comprehension on taped university lectures, pronunciation and
intonation improvement tapes, and an individualized reading comprehension program. If you miss
the first class, you may lose your place.
4)PB: PROFILES IN BUSINESS I
The focus of this class is to improve both your knowledge of American business and your English
skills. Each week a different company or person will be profiled, using videos and readings from a
variety of different sources. The materials will provide students with the opportunity to acquire
vocabulary, practice listening skills, discuss concepts, and learn about significant American
companies and business people. This elective can be used to satisfy a requirement of the
Certificate in Business for Global Practices.
5)UAF: UNDERSTANDING AMERICAN FILM
Do you want to practice your listening skills and have fun at the same time? In this course, we will
watch Hollywood feature films and then do vocabulary, listening, and speaking activities to
accompany the films. Dramas and comedies will be used.