English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Overview
School of Continuing Education
MacEwan.ca/ESL
The School of Continuing Education offers a range of courses for learners of English as an Additional Language.
The program focuses on English for academic studies for English language learners who wish to complete high school studies, continue to post-secondary studies or re-enter their professions in Canada.
Core courses in reading/writing and listening/speaking are offered at five levels of proficiency, ranging from courses at the Intermediate level courses which teach English for academic purposes and post-secondary studies.
Focus courses target specific needs and interests including pronunciation, grammar, and academic vocabulary.
Additional programming includes courses in writing, speaking and IELTS preparation.
Class participation, homework and regular attendance are essential parts of the language learning process.
New applicants take a placement test to determine their starting level in the program.
Not all courses may be offered in each term. Evening courses have separate start and end dates. Please consult the program for details.
Career Potential
EAL prepares students for employment, academic upgrading or university admissions.
Contact Information
T: 780-497-4400
E: eal@macewan.ca
Program of Study
Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
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Core Courses - Reading and Writing | ||
ERDW 081 | Intermediate Reading and Writing I | 5 |
ERDW 082 | Intermediate Reading and Writing II | 5 |
ERDW 083 | Advanced Reading and Writing I | 5 |
ERDW 084 | Advanced Reading and Writing II | 5 |
ERDW 085 | Reading and Writing for Academic Purposes | 5 |
ENGL 086 | ELP for University - Reading and Writing | 5 |
Core Courses - Listening and Speaking | ||
ESPL 081 | Intermediate Listening and Speaking I | 5 |
ESPL 082 | Intermediate Listening and Speaking II | 5 |
ESPL 083 | Advanced Listening and Speaking I | 5 |
ESPL 084 | Advanced Listening and Speaking II | 5 |
ESPL 085 | Listening and Speaking for Academic Purposes | 5 |
ENGL 087 | ELP for University - Listening and Speaking | 5 |
Focus Courses | ||
EOPT 060 | Pronunciation I | 5 |
EOPT 061 | Pronunciation II | 5 |
EOPT 064 | Academic Vocabulary I | 5 |
EOPT 065 | Academic Vocabulary II | 5 |
EOPT 066 | Grammar I | 5 |
EOPT 067 | Grammar II | 5 |
EOPT 068 | Research Writing | 5 |