Professional Writing Course
- Are you concerned about writing essays and papers for university courses?
- Are you interested in applying to an American company for a job but you don’t know how to go about introducing yourself on paper (cover letter)?
- Do you want to put together your work history in a resume format but aren’t sure?
If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should take the Professional Writing Course which is designed for students who need to sharpen writing skills and learn how to write university papers as well as resume writing and cover letters.
Course Objective: This course is designed to sharpen student’s writing skills. Special emphasis will be put on creative writing and college level essay writing for universities. In addition, this course will feature curriculum vitae/resume development including how to write a cover letter for students interested in applying to American companies for employment.
Admission requirements: Students must have an Intermediate or higher level of English.
Study Environment: Study sessions and writing practices are conducted by experienced instructors utilizing correct writing rules and formats.
For more information and specific course details including price, time and dates, click here.
Accent Reduction Course
Do others ask you to repeat yourself?
Do others misunderstand you?
Does your accent hold your career back?
If your answer is YES, then you need to take our Accent Reduction course which is a program for individuals who have learned English as a second language. Accent Reduction Course is the process of modifying individual?s pronunciation, so their speech is understood by others.
Course Objective:
This course is designed to help students to achieve the ability to pronounce correctly, learn about stress, rhythm, and intonation, moreover, practice Contractions and Reductions. Accent Reduction Course will help you to sound more natural and also understand others better. Each lesson concludes with a summary of common Phrases, expressions, or vocabulary with the emphasis on rhythm. .
Admission Requirements:
Students must have a High-Intermediate or higher level of English.
Study Environment:
Study sessions and practices are conducted by experienced instructors utilizing the latest materials and technology. Once the students? weak areas are identified, the repetition and practice is provided to bring that area of proficiency up to standard.
Please refer to the Accent Reduction course flyer for specific course details including price, time and dates.
TALK International at Regis College – Boston, Massachusetts
Fine Arts Center - Regis College
Welcome to TALK International’s new location on the prestigious campus of Regis College! Regis, founded in 1927, is located in beautiful Weston, MA, an upscale, affluent suburb of Boston. Study on the 132-acre wooded Regis campus and explore the nearby vibrant professional, educational and cultural life of Boston, known as the “the Athens of the Americas” with more than 100 colleges and universities and 250,000 students. There is frequent shuttle service from Regis to the closest train station.
TALK students come from all over the world. The mixture of languages and cultures creates a fascinating international atmosphere. Our “English Only” policy means that everyone uses English exclusively. The American students and staff from Regis are always delighted to welcome and get to know our international students. Making new friends from America is part of the experience. TALK students will also have the opportunity to observe college classes in order to understand how the American way of teaching differs from that in their country.
At TALK we really want our students to have fun! We organize a schedule of daily activities, which guarantees that the students will never be bored and are immersed in learning English, all day, every day. International food festivals, boat tours, shopping trips, museums, concerts, theatre, sporting events, guided tours of historic New England and visits to the famous campuses of Harvard and MIT are organized for TALK students so that they will experience a complete cultural immersion into the history and customs of the United States. Many of the activities are free and others are offered at special budget rates.
Talk International’s intensive English program is located in Regis College’s main building and classes are taught in spacious state-of-the art classrooms. International students live at Domitilla Hall, which includes a main lounge for socializing with flat screen TV, couches and tables. Each floor has its own kitchen and study lounges, and there is also a laundry facility on the ground floor. Residents enjoy the comforts of living with the safety of a staffed security desk, new card access entry, and a warm atmosphere of a welcoming and close-knit community of students.
TALK students are given privileges to use all the Regis College facilities on campus, including tennis courts, competitive- length swimming pool, gymnasium, Jacuzzi, bookstore, drugstore, fine arts center, 24/7 cafeteria, library, post office and computer labs. Campus police provide security 24/7.
So come to TALK International at Regis and begin your experience of a lifetime!
TOEFL Preparation Course
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) evaluates your ability to use and understand English in an academic setting? It is the most widely accepted English proficiency test in the USA and is recognized by most universities and colleges in the USA.
Course Objective
This course is designed to provide students with the skills, strategies, practice and confidence needed to maximize their score on the TOEFL iBT test. Students will be provided with tips on reading, writing, speaking, and listening and will receive guidance developing a study plan and learning time management and improving note-taking skills necessary for success in an academic environment.
Admission Requirements
Students must have a High-Intermediate or higher level of English.
Study Environment
Study sessions and practices are conducted by experienced instructors utilizing the latest materials and technology? Once the students? weak areas are identified, explanations and practice is provided to bring that area of proficiency up to standard.
Please refer to the TOEFL iBT Preparation Course flyer for specific course details including price, times and dates.
Hey TALK Grad!
When TALK students graduate, it’s always bittersweet. Take a look at what some students said about their time with us.
Hyo Jeon Lee
From South Korea
“[This was] my first time living in the U.S. First, I went to Indiana, where my cousin’s husband lives… [Then], I went to Florida to stay with my [other] cousin. In Davie, I not only studied English, but I also visited many places such as: Disney World, Miami Beach, and the Bahamas. Now it’s time for me to graduate from the program and go back home to South Korea. It was very nice to meet everyone and I hope we keep in touch.”
Alexandre Campetelli
From Brazil
“I never imagined living outside of Brazil. I only dreamed about it. [Now] I see that dreams are possible. Everything has changed. I [started] a new life and I am very happy with my decision to study at TALK.”
Neimar Garbes Salome
From: Brazil
“I’m staying at Nova to learn the English language because I need it for my job.
This has been a great opportunity for me, I’ve made new friends and learned about new cultures.
Thanks
Sincerely yours,
Neimar”
Super Bowl 2010
American football, simply known as football in the states, is a competitive team sport. The main objective is to score points by getting the ball to the other team’s end zone. Football is very popular in the United States and every year, fans can’t wait for the championship game called the Super Bowl.
Held in Miami, this year’s Super Bowl was between the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts. Sports lovers were glued to their seats; however, many people were just watching for the great half-time show and memorable commercials. In fact, it was the most-watched program in US history, with 106 million viewers. In the end, the Saints won with a final score of 31 to 17.
IELTS Test in Santo Domingo, DR.
TALK will administer the IELTS Exam in Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic on June 26th and December 11th, 2010.
“We are very pleased to be able to serve IELTS candidates in the Dominican Republic. By providing the exam in Santo Domingo, we are saving candidates hundreds of dollars in airfare and accommodations and a large amount of time and stress associated with international travel”, said Barbara Halwa, the IELTS Centre Administrator for TALK International.
The IELTS Exam is the world’s leading test of English proficiency for higher education, immigration and employment. Education institutions, faculties, government agencies and employers around the world rely on the IELTS exam. For additional information please see www.talk.edu/ielts/ or contact Kremena Parvanova at ielts@talk.edu.
Happy Turkey Day!
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to indulge in tons of turkey, watch football and spend time with family and friends.
Thanksgiving dates back to the harvest celebration of the pilgrims and the Native Americans in the fall of 1621. However, this “first Thanksgiving” was just a gathering, not a holiday. In fact, it wasn’t a holiday until Pres. Abraham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving Day in 1863. We’ve been giving thanks on the fourth Thursday of November ever since.
Stay tuned for pictures of how we do Thanksgiving at TALK!
Halloween 2009
It’s Hallo-scream!
Halloween
On Hallowe’en the thing
you must do
is pretend that nothing
can frighten you.
An’ if somethin’ scares you
and you want to run
Jus’ let on like
it’s Hallowe’en fun.
- – - from an Early Nineteenth Century Halloween Postcard
Halloween is a perfect example of the American “melting pot”. It is a mixture of beliefs, rituals and traditions, both religious and pagan, which come from all cultures in the USA.
On October 31st we celebrate Halloween or Hallowe’en, a shortened version of All Hallows’ Even. This holiday marks the evening before All Hallows Day or All Saints Day. When the Romans conquered the Celts in 43AD, they incorporated many of their festivals into their own celebrations, including Halloween. Nowadays, we celebrate with elaborate costumes, haunted houses, carved pumpkins and trick-or-treating (children go door-to-door asking for goodies and threaten to play tricks on those who refuse).
Halloween is an excuse to dress up and we’re going all out this year at TALK. We have planned a trip to Orlando for Halloween Horror nights at Universal Studies (Oct. 23rd) and a party (Oct. 30th) with pumpkin carving and costume contests. Stay tuned for pictures!
Successful Re-Accreditation
TALK International is an accredited institute, recognized by ACCET (Accrediting
Council for Continuing Education & Training) and consequently the US Department of Education. Our 5-year accreditation which ended in August 2009 was continued for an additional 5-year period. This determination includes our Fort Lauderdale Main Campus at Nova Southeastern University, and our Aventura (North Miami) and Downtown Miami, Brickell Avenue facilities.
“We are very proud of fact that we are an accredited institute, and have been one since 1998. Our teachers and staff are professionals of the highest quality, all working hard to provide a superior educational experience for our students. It is gratifying to know that the quality of their work is recognized and acknowledged by experts in the field.”? said Des Levin, President of TALK International.
ACCET was founded in 1974 and is officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ACCET is certified as an ISO 9001-Quality Management System, under the international standards established by the International Organization for Standardization.
Accreditation serves the interests of companies, agencies, and the public by evaluating schools to ensure they maintain high standards in all important areas of the organization.
For additional information regarding accreditation and ACCET, please go to www.accet.org