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Monday, October 8, 2012

The Cleverlearn ESL Advantage

 

Low Teacher-Student Ratio

For five days a week, students in Cleverlearn are exposed to two hours one-on-one, one-on-four and one-on-eight classes. This ensures the opportunity to actively use the English language in different settings.


International Student Body

At Cleverlearn, students have the chance to meet people from different countries. The school has already welcomed nationals from South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand, China Indonesia, Brazil, Middle East, Russia and other European countries. This alone has been a great avenue for them to enhance their English communication skills.


English Learning Environment

The Philippines is a former American colony in Asia where majority of the people speak English. Cleverlearn, in the Philippines, is one destination for students to start practicing the language in an environment closer to their home.


Continuous Formation

As a pathway center, students can be assured that learning will be taken to a higher notch. Cleaverlearn has wide academic partnerships that will grant convenient access to local and international universities. Instagram

Cleverlearn Cebu Campus



The Cleverlearn campus is nestled in the heart of historical island of Lapu-lapu City. It offers limitless opportunities for outdoor activities that spell recreation. Not only minutes away from the international airport, the site itself is also accessible to famed beach resorts such as Shangri-la, Plantation Bay, and Maribago Blue Waters. Students can enjoy swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling or just simply walking on the white powdery sands.

Facilities of the Cleverlearn campus include a computer laboratory, testing room, study lounge, cafeteria, audio visual room and coffee shop.



Cleverlearn Residences: Primary accommodation of Cleverlearn campus is its wholly-owned dormitory called the Cleverlearn Residences. It has eighty-two rooms where students can select three types of accommodation namely: single, double and quadruple. Each consists of an air-conditioner, bathroom, study area, refrigerator and cable television, among others. Students will experience a laidback life but still close to where the action is. Other features include:
  • Daily room cleaning service
  • 24-hour security
  • Cafeteria
  • swimming pool, WiFi connection and gaming area (billiards, table tennis and darts)
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Cleverlearn Cebu Academic Programs

Cleverlearn’s Academic programs focus on building confidence in communication with the use of the English language. The method used in these programs enable students to improve their holistic ability in English. It includes classes in structure practice, conversation, reading and sentence construction. These are combined with a wide range of video, audio and computer assisted learning tools along with social and cultural activities.



Course Levels
Are determined by the results from their oral and written evaluation. Both evaluation are initially taken on the first day the student reports to school. .
Class Schedule



Language Activities
At Cleverlearn, we believe that language learning is not confined to the classrooms. Cleverlearn’s communicative approach ensures that students will be given the opportunity to make use of what they have learned in class. Each week, there is a variety of supervised language activities that are held indoor and outdoor. There are also sports activities organized by the school. Each student belongs to one team where they can interact and play games with teachers and other employees.



General English
The General English Program is designed to improve students’ general language skills and understanding of English. This will lead to increased confidence in communicating with others in different social situations. This is composed of six-hour lesson a day, divided to 2 hours of one-on-eight class with an English Native Speaker, 2 hours one-on-four class with a Filipino Teacher and another 2 hours of one-on-one with a Filipino teacher.

  General English – Junior


The General English-Junior program is a specialized program for kids and teenagers and is good for six hours a day. It focuses on building vocabulary, reading comprehension, critical thinking, sentence construction, listening comprehension, correct pronunciation and speaking fluency. This is composed of 2 hours on-on-four class with an English Native Speaker, 2 hours one-on-four class with a Filipino teacher and 2 hours one-on-one class with a Filipino teacher. In this program, meetings are given to parents and guardians regularly. This way, there is close monitoring on the students’ progress. On weekends, excursions are organized so students will experience an avenue of fun while learning.

General English Semi-Intensive
The General English Semi-Intensive was initially designed for parents and guardians who accompany the children enrolled under General English – Junior and those whose purpose is to learn English while having a relaxing time in Cleverlearn. This program mainly focuses on building vocabulary, conversation and speaking fluency and reading comprehension. This program is composed of 1 hour one-on-one class with a Filipino teacher and 2 hours one-on-eight with an English Native Speaker.

Intensive English


The Intensive English program is designed for all ages, be it a working adult or a young student. It covers the four skills of communication namely, listening, speaking, reading, writing as well as phonetics and vocabulary building. Each student will study with three different teachers. This is composed of 5 hours of one-on-one classes with a Filipino teacher.

Advanced English
There are two courses under this program, namely, Medical English and Business English. This is composed of 3 hours one-on-one class with a Filipino teacher, 2 hours one-on-four class with a Filipino teacher and 2 hours one-on-eight class with an English Native Speaker. The students have the option to choose what course they prefer, either Medical English of Business English.


  • Medical English
This course focuses on the language of medicine in both spoken and written English. It is designed to help them master specific medical vocabulary and idioms, and to improve their ability to communicate in English. This course consists of two parts: the English component which involves a review on grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary enhancement, reading, listening comprehension and speaking practices in a medical setting. The second component will be more on medical subjects like basic health and care concepts.
  • Business English
This course ranges from topics namely American Business, Marketing, Finance, International Trade, Business Management, Business Writing and Human Resource. This focuses on making presentations, negotiations, presiding meetings, business vocabulary and writing while surveying different topics. Facilities, instructors, education events and social affairs are integrated into a program of the highest quality.

Exam English

This program is designed for students who want to gain a specific English test score for the purpose of studying in universities abroad or applying and getting a new job. This focuses on familiarization of the test format and learning test-taking strategies in taking the exam. This emphasizes specifically on the TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS exams. This program is composed of 3 hours one-on-one class with a Filipino teacher, 2 hours one-on-four class with a Filipino teacher and 2 hours one-on-eight class with an English Native Speaker.
  • TOEIC Preparatory Test
This concentrates on developing students’ speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. All of these are in a business context in addition to TOEIC test-taking strategies. Students can expect daily vocabulary and homework exercises, frequent quizzes, weekly listening reviews and regular full-length TOEIC practice tests.
IELTS Preparatory Test- This focuses on examination techniques and study skills required to help students obtain a substantial score for the IELTS test, these classes will help develop students’ examination strategies.
  • TOEFL Preparatory Test
This is designed to help students prepare for the TOEFL examination and to improve their English. Students practice listening and reading comprehension, writing and speaking. Activities include computer-aided tasks that train the students for the actual test.
Academic English


This program is designed for students who want to pursue their studies in English speaking universities. This is created to help them develop pertinent skills that would help them cope with the demands of university studies abroad. This program is composed of 3 hours one-on-one class with Filipino teacher, 2 hours one-on-four class with a Filipino teacher and 2 hours one-on-eight class with an English Native Speaker. Each class is divided to Academic Speaking and Listening, Academic Reading and Academic Writing.

English for Toddlers
This program is designed for children whose parents or guardians are studying in CELI. The emphasis of this program is to train these children with the basics of English like learning the alphabet, shapes, drawing and outlining.


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Cleverlearn General English Course Structure

  • 1 on 1 class is handled by a Filipino Teacher
  • 1 on 4 class is handled by Filipino Teacher
  • 1 on 8 class is handled by Native Speaker Teacher
  
CELI ENGLISH LEVELS
  • Beginner
  • Pre-Intermediate
  • Intermediate
  • Upper-Intermediate
CLASS ELECTIVES
CELI offers the following elective courses:
  • TOEIC Test Preparation
  • TOEFL Test Preparation
  • IELTS Test Preparation
  • General Business English
  • Academic English  - Speaking & Listening
  • Academic English - Writing
SPECIAL FREE COURSES
  • Speech Class
  • Grammar in Focus Class
  • Everyday idiom Class
  • Pop Culture Class
  • Friday Intra-curricular Parents and Children interaction class
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 One Month Special Free Courses in CELI
          The special free class program at CELI is designed to make English Language fun and more exciting. The goal of the school is not only to promote the General English Curricula but also to empower the students to practice English by using the contemporary and standard spoken English words through Singing, Role Plays, Dialogues, Group class conversations using idiomatic Expressions, and by practicing speaking grammar structures and sentence rhythm. Each English language course has its own focus directed to the students level of difficulty in speaking English in an articulate and natural manner.

 CELI CORE BOOKS 
Textbooks for General English Program
1:1 classes
International Express Elementary
International Express Pre-Intermediate
International Express Intermediate
International Express Upper-Intermediate
1:4 classes
KnowHow Opener
KnowHow 1
KnowHow 2
KnowHow 3
1:8 classes
New Interchange Intro
New Interchange 1
New Interchange 2
New Interchange 3

Company: Cleverlearn English Language Institute
Company Type: Employer
Contact Name: Roland Nguyen
Address: Cleverlearn Residences, Saac II, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines
City: Lapu-Lapu
Postal Code: 6015
State/Province: Cebu
Country: Philippines
Phone: (+63)(032) 495 - 9955
Fax: (+63)(032) 495 - 1870
E-mail: admissions@celicebu.com
Website: http://www.cleverlearncebu.com/
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Why choose Cleverlearn ESL

Choose Philippines, Choose Cleverlearn Cebu

COMMUNICATIVE APPROACH
At CELI, our emphasis is on the use of the Communicative Approach to teaching English. Proven to be the most effective method in language teaching, the Communicative Approach centers on students as active learners and emphasizes the role of the teacher as the authoritative person who gives knowledge to students. In a communicative classroom, the students do most of the talking and take an active role in their learning. Language is communication. Thus, the emphasis of CELI’s program is on speaking fluency and listening comprehension to enhance the students English competence.

TEACHING EXCELLENCE
CELI is committed to excellence in teaching. Teachers are chosen for their qualifications, exceptional communication skills, energy and their teaching experience. Our teachers are graduates of BS Education and other related courses and have extensive experience in teaching English as a second language in the Philippines, China, Thailand, Russia, Middle East, Japan , Korea and Vietnam.

GREAT PREPARATION FOR FURTHER STUDIES
A CELI education prior to enrollment in universities in the US, Europe, or Australia prepares the student for the cultural and educational challenges that may await him in those countries. By enrolling at CELI Immersion School, the student becomes more proficient in the English language, develops the confidence and determination needed to survive in a foreign country, and learns to adapt to different cultures.

EXCELLENT ENGLISH TRAINING FOR LESS
Students who enter CELI receive world-class English language training at prices lower than what other ESL schools abroad offer. With native English speakers and highly qualified local teachers based in Cebu, students get inexpensive English training that understands and is responsive to their needs.

THE CELI METHOD
The Communicative Approach

  • CELI focuses on language as a medium of communication.




Classroom activities maximize opportunities for learners to use language in a communicative way.


  • Focus is on functional/ usable language.



  • Emphasis on oral and listening skills in the classroom.



  • The communicative approach is not just limited to oral skills.



  • However, it is also important to use visual stimuli and not be restricted to the textbook.


CORE ESL PROGRAM
  • General English Program
  • Family Program
      - Intensive Children’s Program
           - GE Junior Program
      - General English Parent’s Program
            - Standard General English Program
            - General English Semi-Intensive
            - Guardian Program



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Thursday, July 26, 2012

CELI Facilities

CELI has a lot of facilities such as swimming pool, students lounge, cafeteria, clinic, a computer laboratory, a billiard table and a lot more.

What I like most is the students lounge. I like spending my break time there because I can feel the sea breeze. My daughters also enjoy the pool during Saturday and Sunday. Staying in CELI is a great experience. Instagram

CELI at Off Peak!!!

CELI ground was filled with enthusiasm and excitement brought about by August Rush. Students poured from various countries all over the world to experience a different approach in learning the English Language.

But it is not just any summer class, mind you. They're in the Philippines! It means they're up for an all-out summer vacation as well. It means that what they're getting themselves into is a summer class with a touch of summer vacation or vice-versa. You choose either way, it gives you the same sense: Learning while having fun.

Imagine a huge population of mixed nationalities in a single campus. You must be thinking, "Chaos". But no. A big no. It's surprising how people with the same goal can work so harmoniously with each other despite the difference in culture, beliefs, lifestyle, and a lot more. Think about the friends you'll make.

Now, as early as mid-August, bags are already packed and souvenirs are ready. Students are preparing themselves for the homecomimg because mid-August means that summer is almost over. Little by little, Students are learning CELI, but the good memories, the friendship, the learning's come with them to their respective hometowns. "... and it will stay with us forever." Students are torn between emotions of excitement and sadness. Excited because they're going back to their families, but sad for leaving another family, the CELI family. They're always reminded, however, that they can always come back, either for a visit or for another level of English language course. Instagram