Reading Reading courses include study and discussion of a variety of reading selections, including fiction, non-fiction, newspapers, and poetry. Courses focus on reflection and understanding of meaning as well as on the development of vocabulary and reading skills. Individual reading outside of class is encouraged. Communications Communications courses help students improve their oral and aural language skills. Activities include developing and practising conversations, improving listening skills, making oral presentations, notetaking exercises, group discussions, and analysis of contemporary videos.
Students can also meet regularly with English-speaking Canadian student conversation partners.
Advanced level courses include seminars in Academic Preparation, Conversation, Business Communications, Video, Volunteering and Theatre. This course provides instruction and practice in the sound system of English, including production of vowel and consonant sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation. This course offers an introduction to Canadian culture for students who speak English as a Second Language. The course includes reading, videos, discussion, guest speakers, and local field trips. This is a short-term conversational English course for students who are participating in an organized college language study tour.