ESL - Level 400: Advanced

Meet personal and job related standards.

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Imagine being able to work in jobs that are commonly available to English speaking people. Envision you have the choice to choose a job that will give you higher earnings. And picture yourself being able to clearly communicate your needs to live a fulfilling life. Your ability to speak, write, and comprehend English in the United States would affect your productivity in life and subsequently, earning potential. Recent studies have shown that non-English speakers working in the United States who have resorted to strengthening their English with education have increased their quality of life. Good communication, is therefore, critical.

Aston American University has developed English courses to help people meet personal and job related standards from all over the world. By taking your next step to improve your English with Aston American University, you will gain sufficient knowledge to apply yourself in a variety of English settings such as: grammar, vocabulary, listening and reading comprehension, speaking, pronunciation, and writing. We understand what it takes to foster a personal and attentive learning environment that is flexible and accommodating. That is why prior to starting the English course with Aston American University, we assess your English abilities and place you in your most ideal learning level. Being in the appropriate level allows you to work on areas of improvement, gain the confidence you seek, and find success with your English proficiency.

Each week for 8 weeks, students will be tutored one-on-one online for 30 minutes as your certified instructor gives you their full and undivided attention. This means you can focus on practicing your pronunciation and comprehension without having to worry about any other student. In addition to your weekly 30-minute online sessions with your live tutor, developed course materials are available to supplement your learning goals. You can learn English at your own pace and privacy without even having to leave your home.

Learning Outcomes

a) Talk about any topic, providing opinions and asking for the interlocutor’s point of view.
b) Understand long conversations, including subtle details and specific information.
c) Report what they understood about a conversation to a third person.
d) Understand sarcasm and be sarcastic.
e) Talk about wishes in the future.
f) Talk about conditions and hypothetical situations.
g) Write short stories.

English as a Second Language - Level 400: Advanced

The advanced course is intended for students to independently build up their English skills and confidence in a structure that has the highest level of instruction. This configuration of advancement via learning modules, activities, and assignments will help leave students proficient in:

• Speaking and pronunciation for the workplace
• Advanced grammar
• Advanced vocabulary
• Advanced listening comprehension
• Advanced speaking
• Advanced pronunciation
• Advanced reading comprehension
• Advanced writing

This advanced course level is still facilitated by a live certified ESL instructor who will provide personalized feedback on activities and assignments, as well as real time office hours. Note: All students must have been assessed and placed in the advanced level prior to the course start date. 

Academic Calendar

The 8-week online course will begin on the first week of each month (for new students). Students are required to study online three to four (3-4) hours per week and attend a weekly one-on-one live online session with their instructor. Assignments need to be completed prior to meeting with the instructor.

A quality English education does not need to be costly. With a little time and patience, you will soon be on your way to improving your English skills with Aston American University. Our academic staff is friendly, accommodating, and ready to assist you. Contact us to get the best value.