SAELL has multiple levels of instruction based on the CEFR standards: A2, B1, B2. The SAELL curriculum was designed to develop the four core language skills—listening, speaking, reading and writing—through consistent engagement with these skills throughout each level of instruction. In addition, the curriculum integrates grammar, vocabulary, culture and content courses, and writing for specific purposes. The goal of the SAELL curriculum is to build English language fluency while integrating the skills necessary for students to succeed within their university programs and/or career paths.
We offer four core classes and up to two electives per term.
Core classes: Listening & Speaking; Reading & Writing; Grammar; Integrated Skills
Elective examples: Academic Vocabulary & Reading; Academic Writing; Pronunciation; Presentation Skills
Sample SAELL Anywhere (online) schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-9:30 a.m. | Listening & Speaking | Reading & Writing | Listening & Speaking | Reading & Writing | - |
Sample Intensive English Program (full-time) schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. -12 p.m. | Listening & Speaking | Grammar | Reading & Writing | Integrated Skills | - |
| 12-1 p.m. | BREAK | BREAK | BREAK | BREAK | - |
| 1-4 p.m. | Academic Reading | Presentation Skills | Academic Reading | Presentation Skills | - |
