About our
programs
We focus on providing
you with constant exposure to spoken, real life language
at school and after classes In order to ensure the maximum
effects in the shortest time we have created the optimal
conditions for learning English. Our offer includes:
- Complete evaluation of your English proficiency
- Effective program designed for your needs
- Highly qualified teachers (native speakers of English)
- Attractive activity program (trips and outings)
- High speed unlimited Internet access and resource
centre
- Small group instruction (6-8 students per class average)
- Flexible start dates
- High standard, safe homestay families and alternative
accommodation
- Friendly student services staff
Communicative
methodology
Our primary goal
is to make you communicate in English fluently and naturally.
No other language is spoken within the school area. All
your classes require active participation in group tasks,
conversations and interactive games. Although all four
skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing are practiced,
we put special emphasis on developing your ability to
express yourself in clear, comprehensive speech.
Customized
programs
At EI Language Centre,
we do not give you the usual placement tests. Most written
tests do not reflect your actual knowledge. Unlike other
schools, we conduct personal interviews with each student.
Our Academic Director asks you questions about your education,
career plans, interests and favourite study techniques.
All this information is used to modify the program and
make it fit your needs. You also have a chance to express
your preferences in terms of program content. Part of
this interview is videotaped for you to compare your communication
skills before you start your course and after you finish
it.
Small
classes
In order to ensure maximum
teacher's attention for each student we do not enrol more
than 10 students in a class. The average class holds 6
to 8 students. This way you can enjoy all the group activities
and still have a lot of time to interact with your teacher
personally.
Private
consultations
We understand that all
your concerns may not be solved within the class time.
This is why our Program Director is available for private
consultations during her office hours every Monday and
Friday. You can book your time and have your questions
answered in one to one sessions.
The
Resource Centre-
Computer Lab
We
have created a library of teaching materials for your
and your instructors' use. Dictionaries, encyclopaedias,
manuals, books, audio and video tapes, computer interactive
multimedia programs, magazines - anything that can help
you improve your English and expand your knowledge. You
will also have full access to the high speed Internet.
Lunch
Break
Our lunch break is a whole hour long.
We made it so students from different classes could have an
opportunity to spend some time together with each other and
the teachers. Coffee, tea and occasional treats are provided.
We have a microwave for students who wish to heat up their lunches.
You can ask questions, make suggestions, listen to music or
tell jokes, even play a game. The relaxed atmosphere during the
lunch break helps you open up and practice your English in a casual setting.
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Student
Counselling
This service
is available to all students and includes all
the areas associated with your stay in Canada,
such as visa arrangements, health insurance, academic
placement, doctor's appointments, alternative
accommodation. We are here to help in all areas
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Internship
Placement
We offer internship/voluntary
placement service to students who are interested in complementing
their studies with hands-on experience, working after
classes. All placements are voluntary - students do not
receive payment for their work but they gain valuable
experience and develop their language proficiency further.
The placement is available to all students who request
it at the time or registration. Although we will make
every effort to place students according to their professional
interest, we cannot guarantee a placement within specific
areas.
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