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ENGLISH
LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
ADULTS
ELI CORE PROGRAM
ELI: Intensive English Program
Summer I 2015
This program, designed to help learners gain a functional
command of English in listening, speaking, reading and writing, is
divided into multiple levels. This program caters to the beginning
English speaker as well as advanced students seeking to enter a
higher educational program.
Our Summer I programs are run as intensive 10 week sessions.
New students will be placed in appropriate levels according to
their performance on a placement exam.
Classes meet Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 1 pm. In
addition to core courses (18 hours a week), students may register
for elective courses for an additional fee. Electives take place
Monday through Friday from 1:15 to 2:45 pm and Saturday from 9
am to 1 pm.
The Intensive English Program offers the following:
• Individualized attention
To attend class, prospective ELI students must complete all
necessary application documents provided on the Professional &
Public Programs website at ppp.utep.edu. Applicants who require
an I-20 Form must first provide the required application documents
to the ELI.
Registration is required in order to take placement exams.
Placement exams will be given Wednesday, May 27, at 9 am in
Miners Hall (unless otherwise noted). Orientation will take place
Thursday, May 28, at 9 am in Miners Hall.
Refund Policy: Applicants who cancel a registration will be issued
a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of the
cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI) prior
to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will be
issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
15SELI1000
Fee:$1380
Schedule:
6/01 - 8/07
Day/Time:
M to F: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Highly skilled instructors
• Preparation for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
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ELI ADULTS CLASSES
ELI: Intensive English Program
TOEFL Preparation (Paper-based Test)
Summer II 2015
This course is designed to prepare students for the TOEFL Paper
based test (PBT), which evaluates the English proficiency of English
language learners, who must pass the TOEFL to be admitted to
most American universities for either undergraduate or graduate
studies. This course will cover all knowledge and skills evaluated
by the TOEFL: listening comprehension, reading comprehension,
vocabulary, English language structure, and essay writing skills.
Test-taking strategies also will be discussed to help students make
the most of their time during the actual test.
This program, designed to help learners gain a functional
command of English in listening, speaking, reading and writing, is
divided into multiple levels. This program caters to the beginning
English speaker as well as advanced students seeking to enter a
higher educational program.
Our Summer II programs are run as intensive 6 week sessions. New
students will be placed in appropriate levels according to their
performance on a placement exam.
Classes meet Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 1 pm. In
addition to core courses (18 hours a week), students may register
for elective courses for an additional fee. Electives take place
Monday through Friday from 1:15 to 2:45 pm and Saturday from 9
am to 1 pm.
The Intensive English Program offers the following:
• Individualized attention
• Highly skilled instructors
• Preparation for the Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL)
To attend class, prospective ELI students must complete all
necessary application documents provided on the Professional &
Public Programs website at ppp.utep.edu. Applicants who require
an I-20 Form must first provide the required application documents
to the ELI.
Registration is required in order to take placement exams.
Placement exams will be given Wednesday, June 24, at 9 am in
Miners Hall (unless otherwise noted). Orientation will take place
Thursday, June 25, at 9 am in Miners Hall.
Refund Policy: Applicants who cancel a registration will be issued
a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of the
cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI) prior
to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will be
issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
15SELI1002
Fee:$965
Schedule:
6/29 - 8/07
Day/Time:
M to F: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Requirements: High-advanced ELI students or appropriate
placement test score. Registration is required in order to take
placement exams.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
In order to attend class, prospective ELI students must complete
all necessary application documents as listed on our website at
ppp.utep.edu. If you require a Form I-20, you must first provide the
ELI the required application items.
Course:15SELI3600
Fee:$1422
Schedule:
6/01 - 8/07
Day/Time:
M to F: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
CONVERSATION
ELI - Intensive English Conversation:
Intermediate
Would you like to speak English with confidence? This course will
improve your conversational English skills, including pronunciation
and listening. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in your
ability to speak English. The course focuses on vocabulary, student
presentations and discussions of current affairs.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
In order to attend class, prospective ELI students must complete
all necessary application documents as listed on our website at
ppp.utep.edu.
Course:
15SELI2000
Fee:
$365
Schedule:
6/01 - 8/07
Day/Time:
M to F: 1:15 to 2:45 p.m.
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ELI ADULTS CLASSES
ELI - Intensive English Conversation: Advanced
ELI: Basic Intensive English Program
Continue building your confidence to express yourself in English.
The goal of this course is to improve your fluency and confidence
in speaking English. Speaking a second language is not easy, but
it can be achieved through enthusiasm, consistency and a lot of
practice. The course format emphasizes student presentations and
debate.
Summer II 2015
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
In order to attend class, prospective ELI students must complete
all necessary application documents as listed on our website at
ppp.utep.edu.
Course:15SELI5000
This intensive 20 session program is designed to help beginning
English speaker gain a basic command of English in listening,
speaking, reading and writing. In this highly interactive course,
students will focus on basic English pronunciation needed for daily
conversations. The course also integrates grammar rules as part of
the reading and writing package.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
at least 10 days prior to the course start date.
Course:15SELI1004
Fee:$450
Schedule:
07/06 - 07/31
Day/Time:
M to F: 6 to 9 pm.
Fee:$365
Schedule:
6/01 - 8/07
Day/Time:
M to F: 1:15 to 2:45 p.m.
EVENING
ELI: Basic Intensive English Program
Summer I 2015
This intensive 20 session program is designed to help beginning
English speaker gain a basic command of English in listening,
speaking, reading and writing. In this highly interactive course,
students will focus on basic English pronunciation needed for daily
conversations. The course also integrates grammar rules as part of
the reading and writing package.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
at least 10 days prior to the course start date.
Course:
15SELI1003
Fee:
$450
Schedule:
6/01 - 6/26
Day/Time:
M to F: 6 to 9 pm.
TOEFL Preparation (Paper-based Test)
Summer 2015
This course is designed to prepare students for the paper-based
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Students from
foreign countries must pass the TOEFL to be admitted to most
American universities for either undergraduate or graduate
studies. The course will cover all three parts of the TOEFL: listening
comprehension, structure and written expression, and reading
comprehension and vocabulary. Test-taking strategies also will be
presented.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
at least 10 days prior to the course start date.
Course:
15SELI3601
Fee:
$530
Schedule:
6/02 - 7/21
Day/Time:
Tu & Th: 6 to 8 p.m.
English Conversation: Level I
Linguists have found that people learn a second language more
easily in a relaxed atmosphere. We will put you at ease as you
learn to converse in English. This course is for those with some
basic English skills. You will learn how to make small talk, end a
conversation, order food in a restaurant, speak to coworkers in a
business setting and more. This course is a precursor to English
Conversation: Level II. No text is required.
The refund/credit policy for this course can be found in the general
information section of the catalog.
Course:
15SELI2801
Fee:
$119
Schedule:
06/02 - 07/02
Day/Time:
Tu & Th: 6 to 8 p.m.
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ELI ADULTS CLASSES
English Conversation: Level II
English Book Club Summer II 2015
For those who want to continue sharpening their conversational
skills, this intermediate-to advanced-level course in English as
a Second Language expands on the activities begun in English
Conversation: Level I. The Level II session offers continued
development of speaking and listening skills for effective
communication in English by emphasizing the use of common
idioms, role-play and short debate to encourage conversation. No
text is required.
Do you love to read books but don’t get to read in English as
much as you would like? Then this class is for you! In this book
club students will get practice with listening, speaking, reading
comprehension, writing, and presentations. This class will focus
on reading books that will promote discussion of books, the
characters in those books, and other issues that are presented
in the stories. So sit back, enjoy a good book and get ready to
discuss. Let’s read! This is a highly interactive class.
Course:
15SELI2802
Fee:
$119
The refund/credit policy for this course can be found in the general
information section of the catalog.
Schedule:
7/07 - 08/06
Day/Time:
Tu & Th: 6 to 8 p.m.
Pronunciation of American English
In this course, students will strengthen their listening, speaking
and pronunciation skills. The course emphasizes phonological rules
(much like grammar rules), in particular, phonetic environments,
stress, rhythm and inflection. Students will learn how to selfmonitor and improve their English pronunciation. This is a highly
interactive class.
The refund/credit policy for this course can be found in the general
information section of the catalog.
Course:
15SELI3601
Fee:
$119
Schedule:
Day/Time:
6/05 - 8/07
F: 6 to 8 p.m.
Course:
15SELI6001
Fee:
$119
Schedule:
7/06 - 8/06
Day/Time:
M & W: 6 to 8 p.m.
SATURDAY
TOEFL Preparation (Paper-based Test)
This course is designed to prepare students for the paper-based
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Students from
foreign countries must pass the TOEFL to be admitted to most
American universities for either undergraduate or graduate
studies. The course will cover all three parts of the TOEFL: listening
comprehension, structure and written expression, and reading
comprehension and vocabulary. Test-taking strategies also will be
presented. Required Text Extra: Longman Preparation Course for
the TOEFL Test: The Paper Test .
Requirements: Advanced students or placement test. Registration
is required in order to take placement exams.
English Book Club Summer I 2015
Do you love to read books but don’t get to read in English as
much as you would like? Then this class is for you! In this book
club students will get practice with listening, speaking, reading
comprehension, writing, and presentations. This class will focus
on reading books that will promote discussion of books, the
characters in those books, and other issues that are presented
in the stories. So sit back, enjoy a good book and get ready to
discuss. Let’s read! This is a highly interactive class.
The refund/credit policy for this course can be found in the general
information section of the catalog.
Course:
15SELI6000
Fee:
$119
Schedule:
6/01 - 6/26
Day/Time:
M & W: 6 to 8 p.m.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
In order to attend class, prospective ELI students must complete
all necessary application documents as listed on our website at
ppp.utep.edu.
Course:
15SELI3004
Fee:$407
Schedule:
6/06 - 8/08
Day/Time:
Sa: 9 a.m. to 12 N
BE PART OF OUR LEARNING TRADITION • Kelly Hall Suite 212 • 915.747.5142 • ppp.utep.edu
ELI ADULTS CLASSES
ELI - Intensive English Conversation:
Intermediate
ELI - Listening, Speaking and Pronunciation
Workshop: Focus Business English
Would you like to speak English with confidence? This course will
improve your conversational English skills, including pronunciation
and listening. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in your
ability to speak English. The course focuses on vocabulary, student
presentations and discussions of current affairs.
This course is designed for high-advanced learners who need
to polish their English listening and speaking skills for use in
a business environment. The course emphasizes grammatical
accuracy as well as vernacular choices, genre-specific vocabulary
commonly known as “business speak” (associated with corporate
discussions), pronunciation drills for focused improvements, and
intonation practice to help students produce the speech patterns
of a native “business English” speaker. Class sessions will involve
detailed pronunciation work, as well as out-of-classroom tasks
to provide practical opportunities to rehearse the language
in context. NOTE: Active practice outside of the classroom is
required.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
15SELI2004
Fee:$365
Schedule:
06/06 - 08/08
Day/Time:
Sa: 9 a.m. to 12 N
ELI - Intensive English Conversation: Advanced
Continue building your confidence to express yourself in English.
The goal of this course is to improve your fluency and confidence
in speaking English. Speaking a second language is not easy, but
it can be achieved through enthusiasm, consistency and a lot of
practice. The course format emphasizes student presentations and
debate.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
Requirements: Advanced students or appropriate placement test
score. Registration is required in order to take placement exams.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
15SELI9004
Fee:$365
Schedule:
6/06 - 8/08
Day/Time:
Sa: 9 a.m. to 12 N
15SELI5004
Fee:$365
Schedule:
6/06 - 8/08
Day/Time:
Sa: 9 a.m. to 12 N
ELI - Intensive English Conversation:
Intermediate
Would you like to speak English with confidence? This course will
improve your conversational English skills, including pronunciation
and listening. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in your
ability to speak English. The course focuses on vocabulary, student
presentations and discussions of current affairs.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
15SELI2004
Fee:$365
Schedule:
06/06 - 08/08
Day/Time:
Sa: 9 a.m. to 12 N
BE PART OF OUR LEARNING TRADITION • Kelly Hall Suite 212 • 915.747.5142 • ppp.utep.edu
ENGLISH
LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
ENGLISH COURSES FOR CHILDREN
ESL I: Learn English as Second Language
(Ages 6-12)
ESL II: Learn English as Second Language
(Ages 6-12)
In today’s world, it is becoming increasingly important for children
to learn English. This program, designed for high-intermediate
students, offers a fun learning environment as participants
continue to improve their English skills. Listening, comprehension,
grammar, reading and conversation will be emphasized.
Registration is required before taking the mandatory placement
test.
In today’s world, it is becoming increasingly important for children
to learn English. This program, designed for high-intermediate
students, offers a fun learning environment as participants
continue to improve their English skills. Listening, comprehension,
grammar, reading and conversation will be emphasized.
Registration is required before taking the mandatory placement
test.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Refund Policy: Applicants who must cancel a registration will be
issued a refund, less a $75 processing fee, provided that notice of
the cancellation is received at the English Language Institute (ELI)
prior to the course start date. After the start date, no refunds will
be issued; however, transfers may be acceptable.
Course:
Course:
15SLYE1020
15SLYE1030
Fee:$159
Fee:$159
Schedule:
6/15 - 6/26
Schedule:
7/06 - 7/17
Day/Time:
M to F: 1 to 4 p.m.
Day/Time:
M to F: 1 to 4 p.m.
Placement test:
June 11
Placement test:
July 1
BE PART OF OUR LEARNING TRADITION • Kelly Hall Suite 212 • 915.747.5142 • ppp.utep.edu