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ALCI
at CSU, Chico
Programs
The mission of the American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI)
at California State University, Chico is to provide high quality
language instruction, knowledgeable and supportive counseling, and
a compassionate bridge between cultures.
ALCI invites
you to study English and experience American culture in a safe,
affordable environment in northern California. We encourage you
to explore the many educational opportunities both inside and outside
the classroom.
Intensive
English Program
 .English
instruction year-round during six sessions
.Instruction
for all proficiency levels from beginning to advanced
.Classes
are held 20-25 hours per week
.Average
class size is 10-12 students
.Core
courses include speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar.
.Elective
courses include TOEFL preparation, pronunciation, American idioms,
and special interest topics
We
specialize in custom-designed programs for businesses and schools.
TOEFL
A TOEFL score is usually a requirement for college and university admission for non-English language speakers. TOEFL preparation classes are offered year-round through ALCI. The TOEFL iBT
examination is administered on campus.
Conversation
Partners
This program
pairs ALCI students with American students. Partners meet weekly
to chat in informal situations. This allows ALCI students to practice
speaking English with native speakers and to learn more about American
culture. American students have the chance to learn about a new
culture and make international friendships.
Instructional
Staff
ALCI
Instructors are:
.Professionally
trained and hold a Master's degree in English with a concentration
in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or a
related field
.Members
of professional educational organizations
.Experienced
in teaching ESL (English as a Second Language) in the United States
and overseas
.Familiar
with the challenges of learning a second language because they have
studied foreign languages
.Responsive
to diverse learning styles
Certificates
and Evaluation
ALCI awards three
types of certificates to recognize student achievement: attendance,
completion, and proficiency. The type of certificate you receive
depends on the grades you earn and your language proficiency level
at the time you finish your studies. Your academic performance will
be continually evaluated and grade reports will be issued at the
end of each session.
English
Proficiency Placement
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Students
relax
between classes.
Pictured above: ALCI Program Director, William Dantona; ALCI Student Services Coordinator, Yuki Rojas; Distance Education Specialist, Jeff Layne; and Professor and Vice President of Kyushu International University, Dr. Kazuhide Kato
The
ALCI building is centrally
located on the CSU, Chico campus.
Class
sizes are small and facilitate student interaction.
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