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Margaret Kirkland,

AELP Coordinator

240.56.71695


Program Description

The American English Language Program (AELP) is a multi-level program designed to meet the language and academic cultural adaptation needs of non-native speakers of American English.  Students must follow the recommended courses for English in writing, reading, speaking and listening.  AELP courses also emphasize thinking skills, study skills and communication skills  needed to succeed in college.  Students may take other courses along with the American English language courses depending on their placement test results.
Upon admission, eligible students must take the Academic American English Placement Test (AAEPT) to determine their current level of American English proficiency.  Students are then placed at the appropriate levels in core courses that emphasize American English grammar, composition, reading, speaking, and listening.    In addition to AELP courses, supportive elective courses are available and at more advanced levels, some content area or "major" area may be taken.  Counseling is always strongly recommended prior to enrolling into such courses. AELP students can expect to be challenged and simultaneously.  The Writing and Reading Center provides very helpful print materials, one-on-one tutoring on a walk-in basis, and a computer lab available to all College students.  In addition, the TP AELP faculty welcome students during their office hours and students may also schedule time with professors.

 

 

 

 

 AELP students come from more than 150 countries!
 
 

   
     




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