IEI courses
IEI courses
IEI courses are based on a paired skills model with two courses in each level per session.
The Listening and Speaking classes focus on:
- Developing and improving listening comprehension and note-taking skills
- Expanding academic and social vocabulary
- Generating, developing, and organizing ideas for speaking tasks to give presentations and participate in classroom discussions.
- Improving oral fluency and pronunciation
Reading and Writing classes focus on:
- Developing the skills and confidence to approach academic texts
- Developing key academic reading skills
- Expanding academic vocabulary
- Evaluating text construction.
- Developing academic writing skill through written practice
Find a more thorough description of learning outcomes based on level here:
CEFR:IEI Level POS
CEFR | IEI Level | Possible plan of study |
A1- Intro | Intro |
Full Time IEI
2 semesters before Bridge |
A2- High Beginner | Level 1 |
Full Time IEI
1-2 Semesters before Bridge |
B1- Low Intermediate | Level 2 |
Full Time IEI
1 Semester before Bridge |
B2- High Intermediate | Level 3 |
Bridge possible
(1class) Or 1 Semester IEI |
C1- Advanced Low | Level 4 |
Bridge possible
(2 classes) Or 1 semester IEI |