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Snow, Marguerite Ann; Kamhi-Stein, Lia D. – Journal of Intensive English Studies, 1997
Describes "Project LEAP," in which English-as-a-Second-Language instructors and peer study-group leaders collaborated with content faculty in development of instructional materials for general-education and linked study-group courses. Presents features of Project LEAP model, implemented at California State University, Los Angeles, an…
Descriptors: Cooperation, English (Second Language), Higher Education, Instructional Materials
Brickman, Bette; Nuzzo, Richard – Journal of Intensive English Studies, 1999
Describes an academically-oriented English-as-a-Second-Language program at an urban community college in the Southwest that aggressively recruited international students, particularly from the Pacific Rim. Discusses the differences between immigrant and international students, such as attitudes and motivation toward learning English and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Community Colleges, English (Second Language), Foreign Students
Hess, Natalie; Morton, Elaine – Journal of Intensive English Studies, 1996
Describes an academic bridge course designed to prepare advanced students in an intensive English program (IEP) for university studies. Findings reveal that this course is an effective tool for preparing English-as-a-Second-Language students for an American university. (21 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), College Students, Course Content, Course Objectives
Wilhelm, Kim Hughes – Journal of Intensive English Studies, 1997
Sought to identify reading grade-level-equivalency ranges associated with TOEFL (Test of English-as-a-Foreign-Language) ranges. Results of the study indicated that actual reading ranges were from 2 to five grade levels below expected reading ranges with the majority of subjects (80%) reading below a seventh-grade level and half reading below a…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Instructional Materials, Integrated Curriculum, Language Proficiency
