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Young Learners' English Language Program
English Access Microscholarship Program (Access)
An Introduction to Access
Access scholarships support the educational and personal development of young Jordanians who would not normally have access to such opportunities. Access aims to empower these students by: increasing their English language skills through afterschool classes, strengthening their commitment to community service through sponsored activities, and fostering a global perspective through Jordanian and American cultural events. The recipients of Access scholarships are 13 – 16 year old Jordanians who come from underprivileged backgrounds, are attending MOE schools, and have shown academic promise.
The Importance of Access
Fluency in English opens up both educational and occupational doors. With the new mandate from the Ministry of Higher Education, students must have a high-level of English fluency as a prerequisite to pursuing a graduate degree. In addition, many industries require English fluency for hiring. By targeting students from under-served areas, Access provides students with the skills in English needed to succeed in the knowledge economy.
Test Preparation Courses: GRE, TOEFL PBT and TOEIC
AMIDEAST Iraq curently offers GRE®, TOEFL PBT® and TOEIC® test preparation courses. Our specialized courses are designed for students who want to be proficient in test-taking. Combining course materials with the expertise of our Native English teachers, students acquire the skills they need to succeed and get the scores required for professional purposes or for admission to universities abroad.
In order to register for a test preparation course, you need to visit AMIDEAST’s Language Center in Ainkawa and take a placement test which includes a short written essay. Students must achieve a score of 60% or higher on their placement test in order to register for the TOEIC® or TOEFL® Introduction Course and a score of 80% or higher in order to register for the more advanced GRE® or TOEFL® Preparation Course.
English Language Course Schedule
AMIDEAST Iraq’s English classes are designed to teach students the skills they will need in order to learn English. Our native speaking experienced English teachers use a wide variety of resources and skills and focus on a student centered, communicative approach to language learning.
English Access Microscholarship Program
Since 2004, AMIDEAST/Kuwait has been managing the English Access Microscholarship Program in Kuwait -- a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State to benefit Kuwaiti youth at public secondary schools from all governorates. To date, approximately 1000 students aged 13-15 have benefited from this two-year scholarship.
Students participate in 360 hours of English language instruction and additional workshops that introduce the youth to American culture, community service, policy issues, and career enhancement resources.
The English language curriculum strengthens English speaking, writing, listening, and reading skills with additional extracurricular activities. Activities may include guest speakers in the class, field trips in Kuwait for cultural activities (such as films, exhibitions and concerts), as well as visits to different Kuwaiti and American organizations.
AMIDEAST is pleased to announce the start of the recruitment process for this year's English Access Microscholarship Program. Please note that the application deadline date is December 31, 2012.
Learn English
AMIDEAST offers innovative and results-oriented English language courses that will provide learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively communicate in the workplace – using English. AMIDEAST’s English Language program is tailored to address learners at all levels of proficiency by building reading, writing, and listening skills with the ultimate aim of developing conversational abilities and overall fluency of course participants. All AMIDEAST teachers are native English speakers who use the most advanced techniques and curriculum in teaching English as a foreign language.
ADULT ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS
AMIDEAST has made it a priority to provide quality English Language training to students and professionals. Unlike other English programs in Kuwait, we follow a rigorous hiring process and select teachers that have proven instruction capabilities with strong results. We follow a target-language immersion methodology that has proven to be very successful in providing students with the resources to improve their English language skills quickly and effectively.
ABOUT OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS
AMIDEAST's English Language Program in Kuwait has trained over 20,000 students since its inception in 1992. AMIDEAST/ Kuwait has made it a priority to provide quality English language training to students and professionals and has established a range of training programs suitable for people of all ages and all backgrounds. These include English Language for Adults, English for Young Learners, Test Preparation and Professional Training programs.
