Language and Cultural Electives

The aim of the electives program is to increase the student's language fluency and awareness of American culture, history, and art.

Language Electives
Creative Writing: Classes focus on writing a school newspaper where students can tell their own stories, write about their experiences at the school or in the United States, educate others about their country, make political or humorous commentary, create artwork, or draw cartoons.
American Songs: Classes introduce American songs including traditional folk and current pop songs. Singing is an excellent way to improve language skills and vocabulary and learn about American culture.
American literature: Classes incorporate authentic literature to bring a rich cultural context to language learning and improve vocabulary.

American Cultural Lectures and Demonstrations
America Today and Yesterday: The lessons and educational activities provide a fun opportunity to learn about U.S.history and culture as well as modern America. Classes include field trips to historic sites.
American Art History: Classes introduce elements of the traditional American art with visits to local museums.
Arts and Crafts: Classes give you a great chance to improve your English by listening and following instruction. You create your own masterpieces in studio classes. Cartooning helps you practice authentic dialogs.
American Dance: School and field trip classes give you a chance to learn English on your feet while you are learning American dance moves.
Regional American Cooking: Classes give some local chefs the opportunity to showcase their cooking while providing rich regional culture of the United States. Savor the experience!
Games: Learners play cooperative and competitive games to practice conversational English and sharpen their strategic thinking skills.