General characteristics of the Program
BEI's General Language Program provides an introduction to the language
and culture of the English-speaking or foreign language speaking world. By the time the
students complete the program, they will have acquired a command of the key vocabulary and
structures necessary for personal communication as well as an insight into American or
foreign customs and values.
Objectives and Philosophy
The basic objective of BEI's English as a Second Language and Foreign
Language Program is twofold:
- To help each student attain an acceptable degree of proficiency in the four skills of
listening, speaking, reading, and writing with a minimum period of time and with a minimum
of effort.
- To present the language within the context of the contemporary English-speaking or
foreign language speaking world and its culture.
Key features of BEI's General Language Program
- Broad cultural focus
- Accent on job-related skills
- Adaptability of the program
- Several approaches to teaching & variety in the learning material
- Focus on communication
- Efficiency in developing speaking skills
- Logical, concise learning progression
- Systematic structuring of grammar and vocabulary
- Emphasis on using the target second language
- Naturalness of the language
- Emphasis on pronunciation
- Effective initial assessment & emphasis on Individual Learning styles
