EFI Closure Statement: We are so sad to announce, English for Internationals has closed. We'd like to say thank you to our staff, students, and the global community for your support during the 30 years of our operation. Your trust allowed us to provide ESL courses to international students from 5 of the 7 continents totaling over 20,000 students from all over the world. It was our joy and privilege to serve and encourage you in your professional and personal lives. We hope the memories you have from being a part of the EFI family will live in your heart like they do in ours.
Sincerely,If you’re looking to improve your English language skills, enrolling in an ESL program is a great way to start. Whatever your first language, the right ESL school will cover everything from reading and writing, to listening and speaking, and English grammar.
Maybe you’re looking to learn English with the goal of starting your professional career in the English-speaking world. In that case, it’s a good idea to follow an intensive English program with practical learning and quality instructors. At the same time, it’s important to spend time practicing your language skills outside of the classroom too. Here are some steps you can take to improve your English quickly.
The best way to learn a language is to practice. You need to test your speaking abilities in real-life conversations, so you can understand your strengths and weaknesses. If you’re hoping to start a professional career in English, verbal communication is a necessary skill. For best results, try to talk to native English speakers to improve your knowledge of common phrases and vocabulary.
English for Internationals (EFI) offers students English classes with a hands-on learning approach. Students will be able to practice their speaking skills with professional instructors and connect with other students. English classes will give you a strong foundation, and help you feel more confident practicing your skills outside of the classroom.
Practice your speaking skills with daily conversations
Find a subject that interests you and there will certainly be an English YouTube channel for it. Watching short videos on a daily basis is a fast and effective way to improve your English listening skills. You will likely hear new vocabulary that you can use when talking about a specific topic. Plus, exploring different methods to practice your English will make learning much more fun. At EFI, students follow an interactive and supportive program. English instructors provide learning support and advice to students on different resources to improve their language skills.
Don’t be shy when you don’t know something. A classroom setting is a perfect place to ask questions, as students can listen and learn from each other. Whenever you hear an English phrase or word outside of the classroom – make a note of it! Remember to ask your language teacher in the next class.
EFI offers flexible English classes that allow you to choose between three different course times. With a varied schedule, students have the option of taking English courses that will fit around their work commitments. All options will give you access to a helpful community of students and teachers that are ready to support your learning progress.
Ask questions in English classes to improve your understanding
If you’re hoping to start your professional career in English, it’s a good idea to develop your reading skills now. Read often and read a lot. You can make small changes daily, for example, switching your phone language to English, so you can read social media posts and notifications in English. Search for news articles, magazines, and blog posts in English, as well. You will soon learn common vocabulary and phrases across many different subjects.
At EFI, students choose three core classes: Grammar, Listening and Speaking, Reading and Vocabulary, or Writing. Depending on your professional goals, you can choose to focus your studies on any particular area of the English language.
Are you interested in improving your language skills with ESL courses?
Contact EFI for more information!