Summer Vacation Course
August 4- August 15, 2008
Student Comments
*IEP serves students from about 20 nations.
"I loved it. I felt the class time flew by quickly."
"Super great! All the teachers are kind and tolerant. They taught things I never knew, and I learned a lot about English and America."
“My host family was so kind and considerate; I really appreciate what they did for us.”
SPECIAL THEME: "Nurturing Students in a Cross-cultural Setting." Classes focus on developing language skills through the coordinated study of interesting content in all the courses, highlighting intercultural communication. Instructors are qualified and experienced ESL teachers. Participants study in classes according to their level: basic, intermediate, or advanced. Average class size is about 10 persons.
Sample Schedule
- Breakfast with host families
- 8:45-10:25 a.m. (MWF) Reading & writing; (T-Th) Intercultural communication
- 10:40-11:30 a.m. Listening and speaking
- Lunch break
- 1-1:50 p.m. Conversation class
- Afternoon / evening / weekend activities are listed below.
Sample of Special Activities
Instructors use class time to prepare students with the English skills needed to get the maximum benefit and enjoyment from the activities. A special strand will be offered to visiting scholars who want to explore further how American universities welcome and serve foreign students. Community service projects can be included as part of the intercultural communication course.
August 2 |
Service Project |
3 |
Program at James Madison Univ. |
4 |
Charlottesville - UVA and Monticello |
6 |
Tunes and Talents: IEP Variety Show |
9 |
Service project |
11 |
Natural Bridge and Monacan Village |
14 |
Rockingham Country Fair |
16 |
Final awards ceremony and luncheon |
17 |
Last day of classes |
Costs
Payable at Registration:
$795 |
Tuition |
$540 |
Room and Board (accommodations are with host families) |
$35 |
Books |
$1370 |
TOTAL COST |
The $50 application fee will be deducted from the above tuition charges. Pick-up service from Washington-Dulles International Airport costs $100 but may be less if several students are picked up at the same time. All students are required to show proof of insurance in case of medical emergencies. Tuition discounts can be negotiated for groups.
