Special programs for 12-15 people can be offered for short term study throughout the year. Such programs are tailored to meet the needs of the groups, e.g. Business English, English and Art, English for Engineers, etc. Groups can choose the dates best suited to their needs for one week, two weeks, four weeks, etc. The ELC at RIT serves business people who are non-native speakers of English. In addition, other English language classes are offered at several levels.
Clients learn to improve their pronunciation, intonatino patterns and enunciation.
Clients learn how to listen to questions and how to respond with clarity. Clients videotape their talks and receive constructive feedback that helps them improve their presentation skills. Writing - Instruction in writing focuses on the American style of organizing and presenting information in written form. Work in sentence structure and grammar is taught as an outgrowth of students' writtten work. The Intensive English prorgam is also popular with family members.