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 S14LC01 American Sign Language (ASL): The Basics
This course will introduce students to basic ASL through conversation, use of body language, and role playing. Through a variety of activities and assignments, students will discuss topics of importance to the deaf community, deaf culture, and deaf history.
Textbook required. Title - Signing Illustrated (Revised Edition): The Complete Learning Guide, Author - Mickey Flodin, Publisher - Perigee Trade: Revised edition, ISBN - 039953041.
Kathleen Romeo was born with a progressive hearing loss. She attended Rochester Institute of Technology’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf. Kathleen has been signing for over 25 years and has been a Cochlear Implant user for 11 years.
March 6 - May 15 (NEW DATES) 10 weeks/20 hours
Thursdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (No class April 24) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC02 - Basic French
Learn to converse in a beautiful second language! French is spoken not only in continental France but also in many other nations touched by French culture. If you want to make your trip abroad a richer, more meaningful experience or if you simply wish to immerse yourself in the culture of France, this beginner’s course will prove a fun and rewarding experience.
Textbook required. Title - French Made Simple: Learn to speak and understand French quickly and easily (paperback), Author - Pamela Rose Haze, Publisher - Three Rivers Press; Revised edition, ISBN - 0767918592.
Anne Marsh taught foreign languages at the high school level for over 10 years. She looks forward to making your class experience informative and fun.
“I appreciated learning to integrate correct grammar with what will be useful while traveling.” ... “I’ve taken other language classes and definitely learned much more in this class.”
February 25 - April 29 8 weeks/16 hours
Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (No class March 25 and April 22) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC03 - French: After the Basics
We’ll continue working on improving your conversational French with “just enough” grammar. Whether you joined us for Basic French or are returning to the language after some time, we’ll review a bit and then add to your vocabulary, learn useful expressions, and become comfortable with both present and past tenses of common verbs. Conversation topics will include travel, culture, and geography of France.
Jennifer Vecchi first fell in love with the French language in grade school and continued her studies through college and the Alliance Francaise in New York City. Since then, she has had many wonderful opportunities to use her knowledge of French while traveling.
February 27 – May 1 8 weeks/16 hours
Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (No class March 13 and April 24) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC05 - Basic Italian
Buon giorno. Buona sera. Come si chiama? Come stai? Dov'e il bagno? These and other fundamentals of Italian will be taught in this beginner's course. This course will have a balance of conversational skills and grammar needed to successfully communicate in Italian. We will listen to Italian music to reinforce learning, diction, cadence, and culture.
Textbook required.
OPTION 1: Title - Learn Italian the Fast and Fun Way (paperback), Author - Marcel Denesi, Publisher - Barron's Educational Series; 3 edition, ISBN - 9780764125300.
OPTION 2: Title - Learn Italian the Fast and Fun Way (book and CDs), Author - Marcel Denesi, Publisher - Barron's Educational Series; 3 edition, ISBN - 9780764176838. Option 2 is recommended, but not required.
Bob Alessio grew up in a family where all four grandparents immigrated from Italy. His parents spoke both "Standard Italiano" and the "Piedmont Dialect". Bob hosts a live weekly two hour Italian music and culture radio program, broadcast live every Sunday from noon - 2pm on WCUW 91.3FM Worcester. Bob has been a music instructor (fiddle/violin, mandolin and guitar) at Assabet After Dark for the past eight years.
“An excellent introduction to a new language with a path forward to learn more.” ... “Varied and interactive.”
February 27 - April 17 (NOTE NEW DATE) 8 weeks/16 hours
Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Course Fee: $199
 S14LC06 - Basic Spanish
This course will focus on conversational Spanish, extended vocabulary and the essential grammar needed to be able to put a sentence together. A bit of culture will be infused so students can understand the language and the people better.
Note: No textbook required. Students need a three-ring binder for hand-outs.
Sandra Joniaux was born and raised in Guayaquil, Ecuador. She has lived in the U.S. for the past 12 years and is a former Assabet Valley ESL student.
February 26 - May 7 10 weeks/20 hours
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (No class April 23) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC08 - English as a Second Language (Beginner - Level 1)
For the student who has little or no knowledge of spoken English and who feels uncomfortable without an interpreter present; has little or no knowledge of reading and writing English; and has an extremely limited English vocabulary.
You will learn basic English conversational skills; basic survival vocabulary, basic reading, writing, and grammar.
Textbook required. Title - Side by Side: Student Book 1, Third Edition, Author - Steven J. Molinsky, Bill Bliss, Publisher - Prentice Hall Regents: 3rd edition, ISBN - 0130267449. Title - Activity Workbook to accompany Side By Side, Book 1, Author - Steven J. Molinsky, Bill Bliss, Publisher - Pearson Education ESL; 3 edition, ISBN - 0130267457.
Nansei Hansen earned her Masters degree in Education at Lesley University. She also received training as an ABE/ESOL teacher offered by SABES.
February 10 - April 30 10 weeks/40 hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
(No class February 17, February 19, April 21 and April 23) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC09 - English as a Second Language (Beginner - Level 2)
For the student who can speak some English, primarily simple, short sentences in English; has a very limited vocabulary; understands basic sentence structure; can read some English; and can write simple sentences in English.
You will gain confidence in basic English conversational skills; learn additional vocabulary; continue to work on grammar and sentence structure; continue to work on reading and writing skills; improve pronunciation; and learn to rely less on your native language.
Textbook required. Title - Side by Side: Student Book 2, Third Edition, Author - Steven J. Molinsky, Bill Bliss, Richard E. Hill, Publisher - Longman; 3rd edition, ISBN - 0130267570. Title - Side By Side: Activity Workbook 2, Third Edition (bk. 2), Author - Steven J. Molinsky, Bill Bliss, Publisher - Pearson Education ESL; 3 edition, ISBN - 0130267503.
Stephan Mackenzie graduated from Framingham State University with a Masters in Teaching English as a Second Language. Stephan teaches ESL courses to college students at Computer Systems Institute, Worcester.
February 10 - April 30 10 weeks/40 hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
(No class February 17, February 19, April 21 and April 23) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC10 - English as a Second Language (Intermediate)
For the student who can speak and understand basic, conversational English; has basic survival skills and moderate conversational vocabulary; and can do some basic reading and writing of conversational English.
You will sharpen your listening and speaking skills; expand your conversational vocabulary; and improve your grammar, reading, and writing.
Textbook required. Title - Side by Side: Student Book 3, Third Edition, Author - Steven J. Molinsky, Bill Bliss, Publisher - Pearson Education ESL; 3 edition, ISBN - 0130268747. Title - Side By Side, Book 3 (workbook), Author - Steven J. Molinsky, Bill Bliss, Publisher - Pearson Education ESL; 3 edition, ISBN - 0130268755.
William D. Heinold is an experienced teacher of European and Asian languages. He has taught ESL at all levels in the U.S. and English as a Foreign Language in Germany, France, Spain, Costa Rica, Japan, and China.
February 10 - April 30 10 weeks/40 hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
(No class February 17, February 19, April 21 and April 23) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC11 - English as a Second Language (Advanced)
For the student who can read and write most conversational English; still has a strong accent and is occasionally misunderstood; needs a more extensive grammar course and to expand vocabulary skills.
You will learn the fine points of grammar; correct long-standing errors in speaking; discuss American cultural patterns in society and the work place; improve reading and writing skills; and build vocabulary skills.
Note: Students need a three-ring binder for class hand-outs.
Sally Ball is a certified English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor. She has many years of experience in teaching English to a wide range of students, as well as to international business professionals.
February 10 - April 30 10 weeks/40 hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
S14LC12 - Basic Japanese
This is a beginner’s introduction to Japanese sounds and sentences. The class features aural/oral practice to help you talk and listen with understanding as you travel in Japan. You will learn that Japanese pronunciation and grammar are easy and uncomplicated. We will also take a glimpse at the Kana syllabaries and Kanji (Chinese characters). Whether you are touring, on business, or enjoying Japanese anime or manga, this low pressure approach will be a fun way to start speaking Japanese.
William D. Heinold, an enthusiast of languages and cultures, has lived, studied and worked in Japan. He first studied Japanese as a Judo student, then as a teacher in Okinawa and Fujisan. As a Fulbright Scholar, Bill researched Chinese and Japanese Characters at the Japan Foundation, receiving an Advanced Japanese Studies Certificate
February 25 - May 13 10 weeks/ 20 hours
Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (No class March 25 and April 22) Course Fee: $199
 S14LC14 - Brazilian Portuguese for Beginners
This course will concentrate on conversational Brazilian Portuguese in practical, everyday situations and will also include a look at Brazilian culture. Strongly recommended for people with Portuguese speaking customers, workers, educators, spouses, friends, or people planning to travel where Portuguese is spoken.
Textbook required. Title - Portuguese in 10 minutes a day (paperback), Author - Kristine K. Kershul, Publisher - Bilingual books, Inc., 2nd edition, ISBN - 0944502377.
Lillian Borba is a graduate from UniSEB University of Riberão Preto, SP, Brazil in Liberal Arts English/Portuguese. She was an English/Portuguese teacher in Brazil for six years and is eager to share the rich and diverse culture of Brazil with her students.
February 27 - May 8 10 weeks/20 hours
Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00PM (No class April 24) Course Fee: $199
S14LC16 - Spanish: After the Basics
In this course we will continue working on improving your conversational Spanish and grammar. Wether you have joined us for Basic Spanish or are returning to the language, we will review vocabulary, present and past tenses of common verbs, and useful everyday expressions.
Note: No textbook required. Students need a three-ring binder for hand-outs.
Sandra Joniaux was born and raised in Guayaquil, Ecuador. She has lived in the U.S. for the past 12 years and is a former Assabet Valley ESL student.
February 24 - May 5 10 weeks/20 hours
Mondays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (No class April 21) Course Fee: $199
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