In this program you will explore education in depth. Topics such as organizational structure, classroom dynamics, professional training, expectations, technology, and curriculum will be explored in a seminar style course dedicated to this group. Participants will also enroll in one language-focused class in the IEP and a culture-focused class. Each of these courses and activities will provide the context for language instruction in and beyond the classroom.

AEI Offerings:

• Oral Skills – observe a master teacher while polishing your own language skills as you participate in a 4-hour class with other students from around the world in the Intensive English Program.
• TESOL Professional Development – study various aspects of TESOL methodologies, interactive learning, educational technology, and other relevant topics through a 12-hour seminar dedicated to teaching strategies.
• Education in America – study the academic and historic culture of Education in the US through a 4-hour focus class.
• Conversation Partner – meet twice a week with an American to discuss topics relevant to you and your teaching situation.

Field Trips: Off campus experiences reinforce and enhance classroom discussions. Visits to local schools and ESL classrooms will connect you to language instruction in the US.

Guest Speakers: Having access to professionals on the UO campus and in the Eugene community will broaden your knowledge of the field and those practicing in an American context.

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Activities: AEI and UO offers several social and cultural activities for you to join. Most are not mandatory, but will provide you with a wider appreciation of what you are studying in your classes.