Welcome to ESL at Redeemer!
JANUARY—MAY SCHEDULE
ENGLISH CLASSES BEGIN ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
ENGLISH CLASSES (10:00-11:30)
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Beginner 1: For those who speak little or no English. This class emphasizes the phonetic foundations of English: reading, speaking, and a bit of writing.
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Beginner 2: This is a continuation of the Beginner 1 class and continues to work on basic grammar, vocabulary, reading, and speaking.
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Intermediate 1: This class emphasizes basic vocabulary and essential grammar. Students learn and practice important conversational skills.
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Intermediate 2: This class is for intermediate English speakers who are expanding their vocabulary, grammar, reading, and conversational skills.
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Advanced Conversation: This class is for students who are capable of everyday conversation, but want to practice and refine their skill.
All classes are offered free of charge. Students in some classes may be required to purchase a text.
ELECTIVES
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Reading Group 1: (9:15-10:00). We will continue reading Sarah, Plain and Tall, a book that tells the story of a rural family on the American prairie during the late 1800s. We will use this book to practice reading English with fluency and expression. If you plan to join this group, please get a copy of Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan. We will read books 2 (Skylark) and 3 (Caleb's Story) during the spring.
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Reading Group 2: (Beginning January 30). We will read an abridged version of Johann Wyss' The Swiss Family Robinson. In this book, we will read about the Robinson family as they leave Switzerland and set off for Australia. But, their plans change when they are shipwrecked, and must work together to survive on a deserted, tropical island. We will read the Classic Starts version of this heartwarming story originally written in the early 1800s.
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Articulation Warm-up (9:30-10:00): The Articulation Warm-up is for anyone who wants to improve their English pronunciation.
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Accent Modification Training: In these one-on-one sessions you will practice English sounds and speech patterns that can help you communicate more effectively. Each session is approximately 30 minutes.
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Bible Study (11:30-12:00): THE BASICS OF CHRISTIANITY: FIRST STEPS What is the Bible all about? Who is Jesus? What do Christians believe? All English language scholars are invited to explore God's Word every Friday at 11:30.
ADDRESS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Location: All classes and electives meet at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 7820 Silverado Trail (on the corner of Alma Drive and Silverado Trail) in McKinney.
Entrance: Please enter through the SOUTH entrance for Friday classes and electives.
For more information: email esl@redeemer-mckinney.org