JEDDAH: The Center for Information and Guidance India (CIGI), Jeddah chapter, has formed an alliance with English Language Service (ELS), a world leader in language training, to conduct English language courses for Indian expatriate workers living in Jeddah.
The program, which will start on Nov. 27, includes classroom instruction and practice in all key language skills -- speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading and writing.
"Participants will practice conversation skills and other speaking skills using practical, real-world English, learn to write with accuracy and effectiveness, develop strategic listening skills and improve their use of grammar," said Abdul Haq Baker, director of the ELS Center at Abdul Latif Plaza along Sitteen Street.
"India is emerging as a superpower mainly because of the abundant availability of skilled manpower. Communicative English is the main factor for success and betterment in jobs. Expatriates can achieve greater heights if they master English," he said.
The CIGI ELS Intensive English Program will significantly help improve the English skills of those who join the program. "It will also help them achieve greater fluency, and fully prepare them for the challenges of jobs," said Rasheed Graham, an ELS instructor.
Skills enhancement classes allow students to customize their program to suit individual interests, Baker said, highlighting the importance of the six-week program for adults.
CIGI Chairman Ameer Ali said the program was planned as part of his organization's social commitment. "In Kerala, CIGI has sponsored 10 villages and taken steps to empower people in education and careers and improve their living conditions," he said.
Speaking about the program, Ali said a placement test would be held on Oct. 27 between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. at ELS for prospective participants to assess their level of English.
Teachers from the US, Canada and the UK will conduct classes at ELS, which has advanced teaching facilities. Two top scoring students will get two free ELS courses worth SR4,800. ELS certificates will be issued upon completion of each course. For more information and registration, contact Rasheed Ameer on 0504665624.
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