ESL Classes in NYC, New York

In this course, students learn to write and speak more fluently and accurately in English. Writing activities focus on sentence and paragraph development through simple narrative and descriptive essays and personal correspondence. Readings serve as a basis for developing vocabulary, ideas, and writing models.  Speaking activities include conversation...

This higher-level pronunciation course is designed to help students sound more like native speakers of American English.  Techniques include physical and vocal warm-up and breathing exercises, along with work on pronunciation, articulation, intonation, stress and vocal projection. Students develop short oral presentations to enhance their speech. ...

This advanced course helps students polish their writing and speaking in English. Students gain practice in writing argumentative essays, critiques, and summaries through in-class practice and homework assignments. Students increase their listening and speaking proficiency through presentations, discussions, and interactive exercises. Students need...

New students must take the English as a Second Language placement test before registering for ESL classes. The test takes approximately 2.5 hours and includes: a narrative writing sample, an expository essay, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary questions. Please Note: Classroom location listings are also posted...

This class is specifically designed to assist foreign born residents to improve English language clarity through easy accent reduction techniques. Develop the rhythm and proper speech sounds that will assist your career and also help in winning new friends. Please read:  *CLASS IS HELD ONLINE* Check your email for online invitation....

Hello and Welcome! Whether you are interested in one-on-one lessons or have a small group of friends and family who you want to study with, ABC Languages customized online program is a great way to build your English skills with lessons designed just for you! Here is an outline of how our program works:   Scheduling Your First Lesson: Choose...

Students read aloud in a small group with and practice pronouncing difficult words. The teacher helps students individually as needed in a group setting. One time registration fee included (for new students).  Additional Driving Instructions: Take the 101 to Tampa Ave, turn right, and go 1.5 miles to Vanowen. We're on the northwest corner...

Do people often ask you to repeat what you’ve said? Is a thick accent preventing you from advancing professionally? In an interactive, information-packed course which covers the second half of our textbook, learn the secrets to speaking clear, easily understood American English, and find out how to avoid--or fix--the most common errors made by...

Students build on the basic grammar that they already know, plus work on the passive voice, conditionals, perfect modals, embedded questions, and reported speech. Materials: The class uses Side by Side Plus 4 and its workbook. One time registration fee included(for new students).  Additional Driving Instructions: Take the 101 to Tampa...

This course is designed to help students improve their pronunciation of American English. Students explore the vowel, consonant, stress, and intonation rules of American English. Using various techniques and fun activities, students learn how to sound more natural when speaking English. Important: Students need to be in levels 1-4 to take this...

In this practical course, students develop their skills in writing, reading, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and grammar through authentic business text, video, and audio materials. Course work will include discussions, real-world business simulations, presentations, and workplace written communication. Students need to be in levels 5-10 to take...

Learn important language skills and test-taking strategies necessary for success on the TOEFL Exam. Special emphasis will be placed on listening comprehension, grammar, reading comprehension, and ability to communicate clearly through speech and writing. Students will be prepared for an easy transition into a university classroom in the United States....

In this course, students will not only expand their vocabulary, but will also learn strategies for understanding the meaning of new words.  Using film, TV shows, songs, readings, and digital media, students focus on comprehension, recognition, and the application of new words and phrases. Students learn how to make their speech clearer, more...

Our Standard English Live Online Course is available in two levels: Intermediate and Upper-Intermediate, and focuses on learning through real-life communication. This course is ideal for students who would like to improve all four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) from the comfort and convenience of their own home.  Students will...

In this course, students improve their oral communication skills to meet the challenges of professional interactions.  Students gain confidence and expertise in making small talk, participating in conference calls and leading meetings. Through extensive practice exercises, role-plays and business simulations, students gain effective strategies...