| Does MTC offer
special sections of curriculum English courses (ENG 100, 101, and 102) just for
international students?
MTC offers sections of ENG 100, 101, and 102 designated for
international students. However, because of the low number of students wanting a
particular course at a particular time, no sections will be made up entirely of
international students.
Are these ESL courses?
No. These are the same English courses
that native speakers of English take as the English requirement for most degrees. MTC does
offer ESL courses in reading, writing, speaking, and listening at intermediate and
advanced levels. Click here for more information on ESL classes at
MTC.
How are the sections of ENG 100, 101, and 102
different from the other sections?
The main differences are that the teachers in these sections will
have a background in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) and will enjoy working
with international students, and will try to pick readings and topics for writing that
will be interesting to everyone. Compared to the assignments in other sections, the
writing topics will not require as much familiarity with the details and history of US
culture. Teachers usually use the portfolio system of grading composition, which allows
student to revise papers as many times as they like. Most often, these are full-time
teachers who are able to hold regular office hours when they try to be available for extra
assistance. Also other international students will probably enroll in those sections, so
no one will feel out of place.
Do these sections use different textbooks and
have different requirements?
No. These sections use the same textbooks, objectives, and
requirements as the other sections of these courses. The difference in the sections is in
the readings the teachers select and the teaching and grading techniques they use.
Are these sections marked in any way on
transcripts?
No. Since many native speakers enroll in these same sections,
they are recorded simply with the course number.
Are international students required to enroll
in these sections?
No. International students may enroll in any section of any course
they are qualified to take, based on placement scores and prerequisites.
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What should I
do if the sections are full?
If you find that the sections recommended for
international students are full, go to the instructor listed for the section you want.
some places amy still be available for international students only.
Should I take English courses during the
summer semester?
Probably not. You may enroll in courses during any semester, but you
should take English courses during a long semester, either Fall or Spring, to give
yourself the best chance of learning as much English as you can and to make the best grade
that you can make. Most English courses require much reading and writing, and you need
time to do your best on each. We do not recommend any sections of English for
International Students during the summer.
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