About the course

Instructors use multiple strategies to achieve the learning outcomes that include the following: ongoing needs analysis, group work, coaching, one-on-one consultations, using audio/computer labs, case studies, lectures, demonstrations, providing exemplars and texts, modeling, error analysis, peer review, role rehearsals, videos, and audio recordings.

　　Specific learner strategies for speaking are: conversation management skills, pronunciation, error correction, and feedback.

　　Specific learner strategies for reading are: reading for gist, skimming, scanning, speed reading, vocabulary acquisition, etc.

　　Specific learner strategies for writing are: brainstorming, outlining, genre analysis, tone, register, etc. ESL Pathways is a rigorous and demanding program. Students should expect to do significant self-study and experiential learning in addition to classroom based learning. There will be approximately 1 hour of homework per two in-class hours.

　　Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

　　Meet the Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing outcomes at CLB 9 in the Profiles of Ability columns of the competency outcomes and standards listed in the Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012.

　　Communicate effectively in multiple contexts including personal, academic and workplace contexts of high complexity.

　　Successfully engage in basic interactions, intercultural communication, and soft skills to function effectively in community, study, and work contexts of high complexity.

　　Utilize the following Essential Skills (thinking skills, working with others, computer use and document use) for tasks at moderate to high complexity of high complexity.

　　Differentiate and produce a variety of genre types used in personal, academic, and workplace contexts. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 12 Week(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Vancouver
April, 2024	Vancouver
Fall (September), 2024	Vancouver
Spring (January), 2025	Vancouver
April, 2025	Vancouver
Summer (May), 2025	Vancouver
Fall (September), 2025	Vancouver
Spring (January), 2026	Vancouver
April, 2026	Vancouver

　　

How to apply

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Vancouver Community College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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