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Mandarin Chinese Classes in Seattle, WA
Washington Academy of Languages, Seattle:
Washington Academy of Languages (WAL) is a language school in downtown Seattle offering Mandarin Chinese programs which aim to prepare our students with the skills needed to function in China. The basic approach of our programs is to emphasize the use of practical spoken Chinese. Small class size allows the instructor to give individual attention to each student.
Teaching method:
Typically, class is conducted mainly in the target language and emphasizes building fluency through conversations about topics of interest and usefulness. In-class simulations include ordering meals at a restaurant, asking for directions and other common situations. Grammar points are discussed. Reading and writing are part of the course but are not a major focus. Depending on the level of the class, the amount of English spoken in class varies. A student can expect to listen and speak in the target language about 80% of the time with less usage of English as the student progresses to more advanced-level classes. Learning a language does not mean learning to translate from one language to another; it means thinking in that language and producing meaningful communication-grammatical corrections come with time and practice. Homework is part of the course.
FAQs:
How many students are enrolled in a typical language class at Washington Academy of Languages?
The number of students in a class ranges from 4 to 12. We believe that a small class benefits both the student and the instructor. The student has more opportunities to communicate and the instructor is better able to discern student learning styles and needs.
I've never studied another language before. Is language learning difficult?
Many of our students are beginning language learners. Making mistakes is an important and natural step in the process of language acquisition. Students should remember that there is no such thing as a 'quick-fix' when it comes to learning another language. The more willing a student is to devote time to this process, the more successful the student will be. Practice, practice, practice!
I want more practice speaking the language I am studying at Washington Academy of Languages. What can I do?
Washington Academy of Languages offers a Conversation Partners program for students interested in practicing outside of the classroom. This program matches students studying a particular language with native speakers of that language who are studying English as a Second Language at Washington Academy of Languages. This is an excellent way to learn about the life and culture of people who speak the language you are studying. This highly recommended program is free and available to all students at Washington Academy of Languages. Please note, student speakers of all languages taught at Washington Academy of Languages are not always available. For further information on how to get started, please inquire at Washington Academy of Languages. World Language students are also invited to participate in the Washington Academy of Languages activities program for international students.
Programs:
Intensive Mandarin Chinese programs. The basic approach of our program is to emphasize the use of practical spoken Chinese. The program prepares the student with the skills needed to function in China. By focusing on practical language usage, students are able to actively participate in situations which they can expect to encounter in their travels.
By focusing on practical language usage, students are able to actively participate in situations which they can expect to encounter. Throughout the course, listening and speaking are stressed and the student has ample opportunity to take part in classroom discussions. Each class session is divided into two parts: communicative and explanatory. The communicative segment is the substance of the course. It consists of conversations about common situations among individuals, problem-solving activities, and spontaneous discussions. The explanatory segment consists of grammar explanation, pronunciation practice and exercises.
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Washington Academy of Languages, Seattle
Courses / Programs
At Washington Academy of Languages (WAL) based in downtown Seatte, we provide Arabic programs for beginner to advanced levels. We will teach you the basics of Arabic and guide you along your path of mastering your chosen language. The linguistic situation in the Arab world is unique. The spoken and written languages are not only quite different from one another, but the spoken language also varies widely from one region to another. The literary language (Modern Standard Arabic or al-fuSHaa) is uniform across the Arabic speaking world from Morocco in the West to the borders of Iran in the east, and from Lebanon in the North to the Sudan in the South. However, the spoken language changes from country to country, and even from city to city. Our courses are designed to teach a form of Arabic called Formal Spoken Arabic (also known as "Educated Spoken Arabic," "Inter-Arabic," and "Middle Arabic"), which represents a blend of the major urban colloquial forms.
Intensive Arabic programs for beginners to advanced students. Our courses are designed to teach a form of Arabic called Formal Spoken Arabic (also known as "Educated Spoken Arabic," "Inter-Arabic," and "Middle Arabic"), which represents a blend of the major urban colloquial forms. The writing system is also introduced, although in the beginning, the bulk of the written material will be presented in transcription.
Keats School - Online Chinese Classes
Courses / Programs
• Learn Chinese online in Washington State and throughout the U.S. with Keats School! • Taught by highly-experienced and qualified Mandarin language teachers, our online Chinese lessons are available to students of all ages and levels - from beginner to advanced.
• No matter what time zone you are in, you can learn Chinese with us because we provide online lessons 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• All of our online Chinese lessons are offered one-on-one and the content is customized to meet your specific requirements.
• So whatever your interests and learning goals, we will develop the perfect curriculum for you. You can learn at your own pace at times that best suit you.
• Located in the center of Kunming, the most beautiful spring city in China and the capital of southwest China’s Yunnan province, Keats School is one of the top Chinese language schools in China.
• We bring the same expertise and professionalism that we provide in our classroom-based Chinese courses to our online lessons.
Student Review:
• "The unique 1 on 1 teaching style is complimented very well by a very friendly group of teachers that are invested in helping. It is wonderful that each teacher is so patient with any student. My teacher’s teaching has far exceeded my expectations.
She is able to keep a well organized structure for class while still allowing flexibility for free conversation and to suit my interest. I thoroughly enjoyed each class. I highly recommend Keats School."
Finn, USA
Online Chinese Classes
Beginner, intermediate & advanced level
• Step-by-step Mandarin Course
• Business Chinese
• Survival Chinese
• HSK Test Preparation
• 1-hour Chinese Grammar and Culture Classes
• Chinese for Children
• Chinese for Teenagers
Beginner, intermediate & advanced level
• Step-by-step Mandarin Course
• Business Chinese
• Survival Chinese
• HSK Test Preparation
• 1-hour Chinese Grammar and Culture Classes
• Chinese for Children
• Chinese for Teenagers
Kaplan International Seattle
Courses / Programs
• With two conveniently-located schools in the Seattle area, Kaplan International provides accredited English courses to international students from around the world. • Available year-round, our quality courses are suitable for students of all levels - from total beginner to advanced. English courses include General English, Intensive English and TOEFL exam preparation.
• On your first day, you take an English test to assess your listening, writing, speaking, and grammar skills. You will then be placed at the level that best suits your needs. At the end of your course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Attendence.
• A course with Kaplan International is not just about lessons in a classroom, it’s a life experience. We offer an excellent social program designed to provide fun recreational activities and the opportunity to make new friends from many different countries.
• With more than 40 years of experience in teaching English, Kaplan International Colleges has 40+ accredited schools across 8 English-speaking countries.
• In the USA, we are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). Students from 47 different countries attended our Seattle ESL schools last year.
Student Review:
"What I like the most is that we are not just learning English, we are also learning about American culture and the culture of various countries, because we are all from different places."
- Angela, Venezuela
English Language Courses for Adults:
Beginner to advanced levels
• General English
• Intensive English
• Vacation English
• Business English for professionals / executives
• Academic Year and Semester Courses
• TOEFL Exam Preparation
• GRE Preparation for International Students
• GMAT Preparation
• Homestay with American host family
Beginner to advanced levels
• General English
• Intensive English
• Vacation English
• Business English for professionals / executives
• Academic Year and Semester Courses
• TOEFL Exam Preparation
• GRE Preparation for International Students
• GMAT Preparation
• Homestay with American host family
Seattle Learning Academy
Courses / Programs
Located in the center of Seattle, Washington, Seattle Learning Academy offers ESL programs with a difference. Communication is essential, and SLA students often find themselves speaking more during meetings, writing more emails, understanding more in the media, becoming more confident on the telephone, and connecting more with their communities. SLA teaches intermediate through advanced English as a Second Language (ESL) skills that other schools often don't address. In our pronunciation classes we address the ever-difficult r sound, and all the other vowels in English while in our Meeting and Presentation Class we show you how to direct a meeting, how to steer it into a new direction when it is necessary, and how to receive input from everyone involved. SLA's students benefit from this curriculum focus by becoming easier to understand, comprehending more, becoming more accurate in English, and increasing their confidence in every aspect of their English communication.
ESL Program for Intermediate and Advanced Students. We focus on accent reduction techniques, pronunciation techniques, grammar review as well as skills for meetings and presentations and writing emails. We also offer Corporate Training Programs.
The Spanish Class Café, Seattle
Courses / Programs
The Spanish Class Café, in Edmonds, Washington State, is a Spanish language school offering group and private Spanish classes in the Seattle to Everett area. The Spanish Class Café vision is to provide students with excellent learning opportunities in a fun and relaxing environment. We will give you the tools to learn to speak Spanish quickly with our concise and direct method: the Spanish Class System.
Group & Private Spanish Classes:
- Spanish 1 A, Spanish 1 B, and Spanish 1 Conversation
- Spanish 2 A, Spanish 2 B, and Spanish 2 Conversation
- Creative Spanish Conversation Class
- Spanish 1 A, Spanish 1 B, and Spanish 1 Conversation
- Spanish 2 A, Spanish 2 B, and Spanish 2 Conversation
- Creative Spanish Conversation Class
A.C.E. World Language Programs
Courses / Programs
A.C.E. World Language Programs is committed to spreading International awareness and cultural understanding through foreign language education. A.C.E. World Language Programs incorporates cultural insights in its various curricula to achieve this goal. A.C.E. World Language Programs offer Seattle-area adults and children the opportunity to learn one or more of over 65 languages. WLP is part of A.C.E.'s committment to increasing international education and awareness, recognizing that international exchange benefits all participants. We have been instituting summer language camps throughout Washington schools for over 15 years! World Language Programs (or a similar division) has been a part of A.C.E. since its inception over 35 years ago. Originally under the directorship of Ulrike Criminale and under the name "Customized Programs" we have progressed to offering more classes in any language imaginable!
Spanish programs for adults and children, School-based Program, Customized Program, Summer Language Camp.