Language courses (other than English)
CLC offers language courses taught by native speakers, who have years of experience in teaching. Their teaching methods follow modern, interactive guidelines that are much more interesting and fun than just listening to the instructor's lecture. Most courses focus on developing basic communication skills or improving existing skills, and they are very practical. The number of students in a course is limited to six, sometimes eight. It is possible to apply for mini-group as well: if you have friends or colleagues who also want to learn a language, you can form mini-groups (2 or 3 people), and pick a time and frequency when you want to have class. CLC will try to accommodate your schedule.
Language Courses FALL 2010
Spanish for adults
Spanish Beginner
This course is for those who want to start learning Spanish (especially Latin-American Spanish) from the start. No previous knowledge of the language is required. The course will combine learning basic grammar with developing travel-vocabulary and speaking/listening skills through interactive class activities. Small class, lots of practice!
Starts: September 27, Monday.
Classes are every Monday 4:30-6:30pm, 10 weeks. (No class on Thanksgiving Monday, Oct. 11)
Tuition: $260
Spanish Pre-Intermediate
The continuation of the Beginner class: this is for students who already have some basic grammar (present tense conjugation, gender of nouns, difference between Ser/Estar) and would like to practice more speaking and listening as well as pick up expressions related to travel.
Starts: September 29, Wednesday.
Classes are every Wedn. 4:30-6:30pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
Spanish Intermediate (Conversational)
This course is for adults who have basic knowledge of Spanish and are able to express themselves in writing and speaking, but would like to improve their communication skills and vocabulary. Applicants should be at the
A2 level of the
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (
CEFR). Read more about the CEFR at the bottom of
this page!
Applicants for this course will be asked to take a test before enrolling.
Spanish Advanced (Conversational)
This
class is recommended for those who are almost fluent in Spanish and want to practice a few hours of Spanish every week. In other words, if you
belong to the
B1 or B2 category of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (
CEFR), then you can join this class. Read more about the CEFR at the bottom of
this page!
Tuition: $20/class, enrollment is continuous.
Day and time: Mondays 7-8pm. Registration is required.
Spanish for kids
This language course is designed for school-age children and it introduces the participants to the Spanish language through different activities, songs and games. No previous knowledge of Spanish is required.
Starts October 2, 2010.
Ages 9-11
Saturdays 10-11am
Ages 12-14
Saturdays 11:30-12:30am
Tuition: $90.00 (10 weeks) + book (ca. $20)
Maximum class size is 8! Register on-line here!
Italian for adults
Italian for Beginners
A very practical, interactive course based on the BBC language series.
The course introduces participants to basic grammar and communication skills needed
when traveling in Italy.
Starts: October 5, Tuesday.
Classes are every Tuesday 6:45-8:45pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
Italian Pre-Intermediate
For adults who would like to keep up practicing their Italian!
Starts: October 7, Thursday.
Classes are every Thursday 6:45-8:45pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
French for adults
French Beginner I.
This
course is recommended for students who have never taken French before or have forgotten everything they had learned in the past. Students will start with learning the French alphabet and basic pronunciation principles, and move on to basic grammar and communication formulas. By the end of the course you will be able to carry out simple conversations. It is a must if you want to get a good grip on French and continue learning it seriously.
Starts: October 7, Thursday.
Classes are every Thurs. 4:30-6:30pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
French Beginner II.
This course is a continuation of the Beginner I, but also recommended for those "beginners" who have taken some French in the past and want to review. To enroll you should be familiar with the French alphabet and pronunciation principles, numbers 1-100, some basic verbs and present tense conjugation.
Starts: October 6, Wednesday.
Classes are every Wedn. 6:45-8:45pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
French Conversational (Pre-Intermediate)
This course is for those who have a basic knowledge of French but would like to refresh their speaking/listening skills. Very practical course with some grammar review where necessary!
Starts: October 7, Thursday.
Classes are every Thurs. 6:45-8:45pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
French Conversational (Advanced)
If you are fluent in French but still make mistakes, or if you want to practice and improve your speaking skills, this course might be for you!
The course focuses on conversation with a little bit of grammar review when students need it!
Day and time still to be posted.
Chinese (Mandarin) for adults
Chinese Beginner
This course introduces students to the basics of the Mandarin language focusing on pronunciation, speaking and comprehension. Participants will learn how to say simple things, ask questions, and carry out a basic conversation in Chinese. The course teaches reading and writing in pinyin, and depending on interest students can also learn how to write a few Chinese characters.
Starts: September 28, Tuesday.
Classes are every Tuesday 4:30-6:30pm, 10 weeks.
Tuition: $260
Chinese Pre-Intermediate
A continuation of the beginner Chinese course: students must know how to read pinyin, be familiar with basic grammar and be able to use a dictionary! This course will reinforce the students' knowledge, improve pronunciation and teach new expressions through interactive class activities!
Starts: September 27, Monday.
Classes are every Monday 6:45-8:45pm, 10 weeks. (No class on Thanksgiving Monday, Oct. 11)
Tuition: $260
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For the language & culture enthusiasts:
Korean
This Asian language is apparently closer to Japanese than to Chinese in terms of its grammar structure and logic. However, Korean had borrowed many words from Chinese in the past and first used Chinese characters in its writing, thus the vocabulary is perhaps more similar to its western neighbour. Today Korean has its own writing system, Hangul, developed in the 15th century, unique in the world.
This course will introduce the participants to basic Korean: its writing system, pronunciation and some communication essentials. Take this course to see how much language reveals about the culture and the people!
Tuition: $280 (2 hr-class/week, 10 weeks)
Starts when class has at least 4 students. Indicate your interest here!
Persian
Persian
(also called Farsi) is a language spoken in Iran, Afghanistan and
surrounding area, and it uses the Perso-Arabic script (a variant of the Arabic alphabet). It belongs to the Western-Iranian group of the Indo-European language family - a group that includes many other languages spoken by other Islamic cultures.
This practical,
interactive course is open to anyone who wants to start learning
Persian. The course will focus on learning basic grammar,
travel-vocabulary, and speaking/listening skills through interactive
class activities.
Tuition: $280 (2 hr-class/week, 10 weeks)
Starts when class has at least 4 students. Indicate your interest here!
Japanese
A
very practical, interactive course based on the BBC language series.
The course introduces students to the basic communication skills needed
when traveling in Japan. Emphasis will be placed on speaking and
listening, not so much on reading/writing.
Tuition: $280 (2 hr-class/week, 10 weeks)
Starts when class has at least 4 students. Indicate your interest
here!
Vietnamese
Hebrew
Learn modern-day Hebrew! This course will teach adults the basics for communication in Hebrew, and will also explore the original language of the Old Testament.
Tuition: $280 (2 hr-class/week, 10 weeks)
Starts when class has at least 4 students! Indicate your interest here!
Biblical Greek
This course is an introduction to Koine Greek, specifically the Greek of the New Testament and the context of early Christian writings. The goal is a base knowledge of Biblical Greek and the right resources to translate any New Testament word. This introduction will also enable students to peek into the LXX Greek Old Testament, as well as Koine secular and Christian writings.
Tuition: $280 (2 hr-class/week, 10 weeks)
Starts when class has at least 4 students. Indicate your interest here!
Mini-groups
If you form groups of 2 or 3 with friends or colleagues whose language skills are at about the same level according to the CEFR's Global Scale, you can learn a language in a mini-group at a convenient time for you. CLC will try to accommodate the time you choose. Location: 81 Prince St. Charlottetown
Fee: $45/group/1 hour (no matter if 2 or 3 people!)
Presently available in Spanish, French, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Persian and Hebrew.
