Program Features
- Courses to develop English language confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing
- Opportunities to develop (virtual) connections with local UW–Madison students and staff through discussions in English and question & answer sessions
- Seminars and discussions about the United States’ culture and customs
- Access to University of Wisconsin’s information technology programs, including Canvas, library services, and video communication platforms
- Technology support from the University of Wisconsin’s IT department
- Scheduled office hours where students can sign up to ask questions about assignments and program topics
- Participants will receive a UW-Madison certificate of completion
Academic English Class Description
The academic English class will focus on developing students’ fluency in English by developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Students will:
- Be introduced to a range of academic topics including content in sociology, business ethics, communication, information science, engineering, and statistics
- Practice using English to communicate in natural contexts
- Practice strategies for listening and reading comprehension
- Build understanding of vocabulary referenced in the Academic Word List
- Develop critical thinking skills through facilitated workshops and small-group activities
- Prepare and deliver presentations
- Become familiar with different essay writing styles
- Learn effective methods for finding and interpreting research, organizing reports, and citing sources in APA format
Monitoring and Evaluation
Throughout the program, students will engage in their courses with instructors and classmates through the Canvas and Zoom platforms, which will include recorded presentations and synchronous instruction.
This instruction will be followed by assessments for tracking student progress and engagement. Students will be required to complete weekly assignments and submit short essays. While not receiving a letter grade for their work, students will be evaluated on the quality of their work, engagement in synchronous courses, and participation in ancillary activities.
Program Requirements
This program combines synchronous and asynchronous classes delivered through Canvas and Zoom. The classes include presentations with small-group discussions which will be facilitated by UW instructors and staff. Requirements for student participants in the program:
– Undergraduate university students
– Intermediate or higher English language proficiency
Sample Schedule
Week 1 |
Monday 3/8 |
Tuesday
3/9 |
Wednesday
3/10 |
Thursday
3/11 |
Friday |
Total Instruction: 15 hours |
Program
Orientation/ Virtual Campus tour (2hrs) English Assessment/ Orientation (1hrs) |
Academic
English: Speaking and Listening (3 hrs)
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Academic
English: Reading and Writing (3hrs)
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Academic
English: Speaking and Listening (3hrs)
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UW-Madison Presentation/ Meet the Staff (3 hrs) |
Week 2 |
Monday
3/15 |
Tuesday
3/16 |
Wednesday
3/17 |
Thursday
3/18 |
Friday |
Total Instruction: 11 hours |
Academic
English: Speaking and Listening (3 hrs) |
Faculty
Lecture #1 (2 hrs)
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Academic
English: Reading and Writing (3 hrs)
|
UW-Madison
Student seminar 2 Q&A (2 hrs)
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University of Wisconsin Virtual Campus Tour (1 hr)
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Week 3 |
Monday
3/22 |
Tuesday
3/23 |
Wednesday
3/24 |
Thursday
3/25 |
Friday |
Total Instruction: 11 hours |
Academic
English: Speaking and Listening (3 hrs) |
Faculty
Lecture #2 (2 hrs)
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Academic
English: Reading and Writing (3 hrs)
|
Games Night
Pictionary Scattergories (2 hrs)
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Makerspace Virtual Tour (1 hr) |
Week 4 |
Monday
3/29 |
Tuesday
3/30 |
Wednesday
3/31 |
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Total Instruction: 8 hours |
Academic
English: Speaking and Listening (2.5 hrs) |
Academic
English: Reading and Writing (2.5 hrs) |
Final Presentations/ Closing Reception (3 hrs)
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Dates: March 8 -31, 2021
Cost: $840
Registration Deadline: February 22, 2021
Registration
Payment
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Payment instructions:
- Fill out your name and email address in the “Participant Information” section
- Select your program and session in the “Class Information” section
- Select credit card as your payment method and click “Continue”
Welcome to UW Advance Intensive English and Academic Skills Workshop!


