English for International Students & Scholars: Winter Program - Courses & Programs

Enhance your English skills & explore U.S. culture

The Winter Session EISS program, will be offered online January 3–21, 2022. It provides intensive English instruction and cultural orientation for those interested in working and studying in an academic environment in the U.S. or in using English professionally.

The program features project-based learning with a focus on the students’ academic interests and professional topics through

Synchronous instruction with the whole class
One-on-one appointments with the teacher
Group activities
Individual assignments/asynchronous instruction
Personalized feedback from the instructor

The class will meet synchronously from 8:30 to 9:40 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. You should also expect to meet virtually with your team members outside of these times on at least two other occasions. Additional times for individual appointments with the instructor will be arranged. In total, you will receive a minimum of 45 hours of instruction over the course of the program.

Program highlights

Improve your ability to use English accurately in speaking and writing.
Build skills for communicating in culturally appropriate ways.
Develop the language skills to achieve your professional, academic, and personal goals in your field.
Practice reading, note-taking, and listening to lectures and presentations.
Use English in daily communication with your instructors, peers, and others.

Faculty

EISS offers you the opportunity to work closely with dedicated ESOL teachers from across a wide range of disciplines.

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Shena Driscoll Salvato