Program Description & Program Learning Outcomes OESL

Program Description

The Online English as a Second Language Program allows non-native speakers to develop the English language proficiency necessary to succeed in academic or personal pursuits. As a stand-alone program – not integrated into any other TBI program offering – it instructs students through its multi-level, integrated-skills approach. Students achieve the necessary knowledge and language skills to efficiently and effectively pursue their professional careers or life goals within the United States or abroad.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Online ESL Programs at Taylor Business Institute, a student will be able to:

1. Communicate in the English language, both in writing and speech, in a way which shows situational flexibility and language skill.

Assessed through the following parts of the iTEP Academic-Plus exam:

1. Grammar – 2 parts
2. Listening – 3 parts
3. Reading – 2 parts
4. Writing – Part I
5. Speaking – Part 1
6. Engage in critical thinking, using the English language, relevant to typical academic discourse.

Assessed through the following parts of the iTEP Academic-Plus exam:

1. Writing – Part II
2. Speaking – Part II
3. Demonstrate cultural and self- awareness by acknowledging and assessing distinguishing qualities of their own culture and other world cultures.
4. Assessed through an activity developed by the ESL program faculty