English Language Centre

Centre for Independent Language Learning (CILL) In addition to credit-bearing subjects… English Language Enhancement Programme (ELEP) requirements based upon AS level grades choice of modules Centre for Independent Language Learning (CILL) drop-in, self-access centre Speaking Assistance Programme (SAP) small-group speaking sessions with a teacher Writing Assistance Programme (WAP) one-to-one help with your writing

English Language Enhancement Programme (ELEP) Why? enhance your English in areas of weakness develop your English for university study and the professional workplace What? focus on key areas: e.g. grammar, vocabulary, oral presentations and report writing blended delivery approach: in the classroom, in the CILL and on the web How? website: http://lep.polyu.edu.hk enrolment period: 1-7 September 2010

Centre for Independent Language Learning (CILL) What? self-access language learning help from experienced English teachers variety of learning materials GSLPA and IELTS preparation materials Gold, Silver and Bronze membership scheme Where? ELC - Room A305 When? Monday to Friday: 8:30 - 20:30 Saturday: 9:00 - 12:00

Speaking Assistance Programme (SAP) What? small-group speaking practice: 4 to 5 students - 1 teacher ELC teacher helps you to: > decide what, when and how to study > set learning objectives and select appropriate topics and materials Where? ELC, Room A305

Writing Assistance Programme (WAP) What? one-to-one writing help, e.g. out-of-class writing assignments, projects, job and scholarship applications ELC teacher helps you: > develop and organise your ideas > use and cite sources > learn how to edit and proof-read Where? ELC, Room A305

Extra-Curricular Activities

English Club English Drama Club social club run by students for students use real English meet international students activities include: Big Mouth Corner, study tours and lots more… http://elc.polyu.edu.hk/EnglishClub/ English Drama Club gain confidence and learn to communicate more effectively through drama http://elc.polyu.edu.hk/EngDrama/

PolyU International Film Society (PIFS) watch a range of international films participate in a post-viewing discussion http://elc.polyu.edu.hk/PIFS/ Reading Group improve your English, enrich your general knowledge through reading and discussion small groups each with one ELC teacher http://elc.polyu.edu.hk/ReadGroup/

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