Program

• English

  General English Auckland Edinburgh College provides a wide range of excellent English Classes which have been specially designed for our students using the latest materials available. They are based around a core text, useful for self-study and revision, and are supplemented with interesting and relevant materials. Each classroom is fully equipped with visual and audio aids to teaching. Our class sizes ensure that you receive individual attention from our qualified and professional teachers. On arrival at Auckland Edinburgh College, your needs and level will be assessed to enable us to place you in the class which best suits you. General English runs in 7 week cycles where each student is assessed in all areas of General English before proceeding to the next level. Classes cater for all levels of General English, and focus on equipping learners with effective English language skills that can be used to communicate both socially and in the work place. Grammar and vocabulary input increases knowledge of the language, while role-plays, interactive exercises, and real-life situations help to build confidence in using the language. Homework is an integral part of our courses and is given after every lesson. This provides further practice of the lesson content and is essential to the teacher as a diagnostic tool. Students cooperate with their teacher by: ?. Attending every class. ?. Paying attention in class. ?. Speaking only English in class. ?. Aiming for excellence in their tests and exams. ?. Completing all the homework assigned to them. Our General English programme can also lead to pathways for those who are planning to enter Tertiary Education, or going to New Zealand high schools. * Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 2:30 pm * Friday : 9:00 am – 12:15 pm

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  IELTS IELTS PREPARATION STRAND IELTS IELTS PREPARATION STRAND International English Language Testing System While AEC cannot guarantee acceptance to New Zealand universities, we do have established pathways to other tertiary institutions and high schools. Your IELTS certificate shows that you have successfully completed the IELTS preparation strand. Dan Stradwick has been a Church pastor for 25 years and has been teaching ESL for 10 years. He is a good communicator and presenter of English especially in higher levels. IELTS is his special field and he is currently teaching this class. He is a competent musician and encourages students to sing in English whenever possible. He encourages humour as a positive learning tool. Gina Stradwick has been a secondary school teacher for 20 years and an ESOL teacher for 10 years. She has a very personal approach to teaching which brings out the students’ personality linked to their language. She is very competent at teaching all levels of English and all ages. She encourages students to enjoy learning and practicing English because of her bright and positive attitude. An internal IELTS Screen Test (offered free of charge) will determine the students ability for the level they require. We have a highly experienced IELTS team with an excellent pass rate and student feedback, and as preparation for an IELTS test is a time consuming practice, and different universities require different band scores, we are continually developing our system to monitor the student’s progress. Students can book their own IELTS tests at MIT; however, we recommend booking through us, as we can match the test date with the start and end of our course. In this way students will get the full benefit of the courses we offer. Every university will have their own requirements for the different Diploma and Degree programmes they offer. This entry requirement includes IELTS, but they will also include the following: Previous level of education in the student’s home country Length of study time in New Zealand Other areas of study at preparation level completed in English in New Zealand Suitability for the course as assessed during an interview While AEC cannot guarantee acceptance to New Zealand universities, we do have other tertiary institutions. Your IELTS certificate shows that you have successfully completed the IELTS preparation course. ? IELTS Teachers Dan Stradwick has been a Church pastor for 25 years and has been teaching ESL for 10 years. He is a good communicator and presenter of English especially in higher levels. IELTS is his special field and he is currently teaching this class. He is a competent musician and encourages students to sing in English whenever possible. He encourages humor as a positive learning tool. Gina Stradwick has been a secondary school teacher for 20 years and an ESOL teacher for 10 years. She has a very personal approach to teaching which brings out the students’ personality linked to their language. She is very competent at teaching all levels of English and all ages, she encourages students to enjoy learning and practicing English because of her bright and positive attitude. IELTS IELTS PREPARATION STRAND International English Language Testing System While AEC cannot guarantee acceptance to New Zealand universities, we do have established pathways to other tertiary institutions and high schools. Your IELTS certificate shows that you have successfully completed the IELTS preparation strand. Dan Stradwick has been a Church pastor for 25 years and has been teaching ESL for 10 years. He is a good communicator and presenter of English especially in higher levels. IELTS is his special field and he is currently teaching this class. He is a competent musician and encourages students to sing in English whenever possible. He encourages humour as a positive learning tool. Gina Stradwick has been a secondary school teacher for 20 years and an ESOL teacher for 10 years. She has a very personal approach to teaching which brings out the students’ personality linked to their language. She is very competent at teaching all levels of English and all ages. She encourages students to enjoy learning and practicing English because of her bright and positive attitude. An internal IELTS Screen Test (offered free of charge) will determine the students ability for the level they require. We have a highly experienced IELTS team with an excellent pass rate and student feedback, and as preparation for an IELTS test is a time consuming practice, and different universities require different band scores, we are continually developing our system to monitor the student’s progress. Students can book their own IELTS tests at MIT; however, we recommend booking through us, as we can match the test date with the start and end of our course. In this way students will get the full benefit of the courses we offer. Every university will have their own requirements for the different Diploma and Degree programmes they offer. This entry requirement includes IELTS, but they will also include the following: Previous level of education in the student’s home country Length of study time in New Zealand Other areas of study at preparation level completed in English in New Zealand Suitability for the course as assessed during an interview While AEC cannot guarantee acceptance to New Zealand universities, we do have other tertiary institutions. Your IELTS certificate shows that you have successfully completed the IELTS preparation course. ? IELTS Teachers Dan Stradwick has been a Church pastor for 25 years and has been teaching ESL for 10 years. He is a good communicator and presenter of English especially in higher levels. IELTS is his special field and he is currently teaching this class. He is a competent musician and encourages students to sing in English whenever possible. He encourages humor as a positive learning tool. Gina Stradwick has been a secondary school teacher for 20 years and an ESOL teacher for 10 years. She has a very personal approach to teaching which brings out the students’ personality linked to their language. She is very competent at teaching all levels of English and all ages, she encourages students to enjoy learning and practicing English because of her bright and positive attitude. ? Elements of the IELTS test ? IELTS : How will I know when I am ready? Before taking an IELTS exam, the student needs a basic knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary. This includes classes from Beginner to Intermediate level. Without these foundational studies students cannot attain the higher scores they require. Our Academic Intermediate/IELTS 1 class is specifically designed to provide the additional vocabulary needed for academic writing and listening with a band score of 5.5. Upper Intermediate General English is highly recommended for IETLS 2 where a band score of 6 or 7 is needed. It is important to remember that IELTS classes are designed to teach IELTS skills and vocabulary, not English grammar. A sound all-round English ability is required when entering New Zealand universities, not just the ability to pass an IELTS exam. University level, students will need to: Easily understand their lecturer Read and understand academic material Write and speak fluently Being patient and realistic will be most beneficial in the long run. The class teachers can best assess the readiness of the students to move up to the next level. They will also be able to advise students on the correct path to attain their desired goal. For more information please feel free to contact the school. ? IELTS High Scorers Lee Dong San(South Korea) 7.5 Kim Nam Do(South Korea) 7.0 Dong Nianyi(China) 7.0 Bai Yang(China) 6.5 Seo Chung Won(South Korea) 6.5 Dang NGOC Hung(Vietnam) 6.5 Chen Dan(China) 6.5 Verges Carlos(Switzerland) 7.5 Xu Jin(China) 7.0 Shao Yipiao(China) 7.0 Zhang Wang(China) 6.5 Pan Zhaoshuo(China) 6.5 Jia Ruolin(China) 6.5 Chen Xiang(China) 6.0 Li Jingyi (China) 7.5 Karmacharya Arai(Nepal) 7.0 Zhao Meng(China) 7.0 Kim Hyun Woo(South Korea) 6.5 Zhang Anna(China) 6.5 Zou Jie(China)6.5

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  AEC TESOL 1 & 2 Preparation Course TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES The AEC TESOL 1 & 2 Preparation Course is an NZQA approved teacher training course in teaching English as a second language. It prepares students for the internationally recognised Cambridge TKT Qualification, which can be taken in NZ after the course. The material covers the Cambridge TKT Modules 1-3. It is also possible to cover a Content and Language Integrated Learning [CLIL] module if required. This course is especially suitable for students with English as a second language and is taught by highly experienced teacher trainers. Units include: – English Language Analysis – Theories of Learning and Teaching – Supervised Teaching Practice – Lesson Observation and Analysis ? Entry requirements Students must have a sufficient grasp of both spoken and written English. English language requirements are: *5.5 General IELTS *5.0 Academic IELTS *AEC Screen Test Pass In certain cases an interview with the TESOL coordinator will also be required. ? Course Timetable A typical course runs for at least 6 weeks from Monday to Friday, 9 am – 3 pm with extra time required for homework, assignments and lesson preparation. You will receive 2 certificates from AEC. One shows that you have successfully completed the TKT preparation programme. The other certificate is your official report card with your marks for each section of the work done. If you sit the external Cambridge TKT exam you will get separate certificates directly from Cambridge, one for each of the three Modules. TESOL Schedule Course Content Theoretical knowledge and practical skills for teaching English including: a) Grammar, lexis, phonology b) Teaching reading , listening , writing and speaking skills c) Background language learning d) Lesson planning, use of materials e) Classroom management and student assessment Course Modules Module1 – Background to language teaching Module2 – Planning for language teaching Module3 – Classroom management ? AEC TESOL 1 & 2 Teachers Dave Fern has a varied cross cultural background having lived and worked overseas. He’s been teaching ESOL for over 25 years at different levels and enjoys encouraging students in all aspects of life as well as in English. Johanna Bissett has taught English for many years and has also helped train ESOL teachers for over 10 years. She has spent considerable time overseas and is passionate about helping students to have a rewarding and worthwhile English learning experience while in NZ

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  Study Tours Study Tours Our Study Tour trips are designed to incorporate both fun and education, giving students the opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of New Zealand, while at the same time learning about history, culture and new vocabulary. All trips will be conducted by native speakers of English and they will give students the opportunity to communicate with their teachers on a more informal level than in the classroom. Here at Auckland Edinburgh College we can arrange tailor-made study tours for groups and individuals interested in incorporating language tuition and excursions to explore the beauty of New Zealand.