English 121, 122, 123
These
courses are designed to help nonnative English speakers prepare
for English 101 at Boise State.Admission to Boise State is
required to enroll.
Contact
Information:
Phone: 1-800-426-757
Email:
internationalinfo@boisestate.edu
Web Site:
admissions.boisestate.edu/international
Email: BSUinfo@boisestate.edu
Web Site: admissions.boisestate.edu/
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English as a Second Language (ESL)
This
program is designed for speakers whose first language is not
English. Courses range in difficulty from very basic to advanced.
Practical application of English usage is designed to improve
reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Tutoring
is also available in addition to regular classroom and computer
lab instruction.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 426-3440
Email:
tmagana@boisestate.edu
Web Site:
basiceducation.boisestate.edu/ABE.htm
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Intensive English Program (IPO / IEP)
This
program is designed for international students planning to
attend Boise State and who want to improve their English.
Designed to prepare students for the TOEFL language exam
The cost is $2,040.00 for an eight-week session, and
$3,750.00 for a sixteen-week session.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 426-3652
Webiste: www.boisestate.edu/international/
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English Language Center
This
organization's purpose is to promote self-sufficiency through
English Language Learning and through computer classes. Children's
classes are offered to immigrants with refugee status. 1607
West Jefferson Street, Boise, Idaho 83702
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 336-5533
Email:
srainey@mtnstatesgroup.org
(Director)
Web Site:
www.geocities.com/englishlanguage_center/
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Talk Time
This
is a bi-monthly workshop focused on helping speakers with
limited English explore language themes such as doctor visits,
finding a job or looking for an apartment.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 344-5151
Email:
TalkTime@cableone.net
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Berlitz Language Center
1786 W.
State Street, Boise, Idaho 83702
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 333-7742
Email: berlitz@spro.net
Web Site: www.berlitzidaho.com
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Sendero Language Institute
This
school is dedicated to the acquisition and mastery of second
and third languages. Sendero also offers free ESL classes
to nonnative English speakers.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 345-7484
Email:
information@senderoinstitute.com
Web Site:
www.senderoinstitute.com
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Adult Basic Education (ABE)
This
program provides training for adults who do not have a high
school diploma. Focus is given to passing the GED test. Areas
of Instruction Include: English, Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208)
426-4740
Web Site:
basiceducation.boisestate.edu/ABE.htm
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High School Equivalency Program
This
program is designed for migrants, seasonal farm workers or
their children. Instruction is focused on Literature, Writing,
Science, Math, Social Studies, and American Government. General
purpose of this course is to pass the GED test.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
1-800-824-7017 extension 1080
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Job Employment Training (JET)
This
federally funded vocational program requires that the participant
have a Social Security Number and be financially responsible
for a minor child. Participants must also meet income requirements.
Program requires an Intermediate to High Intermediate English
proficiency.Specific training includes Office Skills and Book
Keeping.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 327-7083
Email: vcoale@boisestate.edu
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College Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP)
This
federally funded program provides support to migrant or seasonal
farmworkers and their children to attend college. CAMP provides
financial support, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring to
ensure success in school.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 426-3292
Web
Site:
education.boisestate.edu/multicultural/camp/camp.htm
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Student Success
This
program is designed for at-risk students who need academic
assistance. This program offers counceling, advising, and
small group tutoring for various courses such as Math, Science,
and English (including English 121, 122, and 123). English
Language Learners may qualify for special services and tutoring
through the Student Success Program.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 426-3583
Tutor Email: dlongor@boisestate.edu
Web
Site:
education.boisestate.edu/ssp/index.html
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Gateway Center
This
center provides academic advising, tutoring and facilitation
of study groups. Tutoring is specific to course related material.Fees
may be charged for private tutors.
Contact
Information:
Phone: 1-800-824-7017
extension 4049
Email:
tutoring@boisestate.edu
Web
Site:
tutoring.boisestate.edu
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Internship Tutoring
Services
This
program is provided through the English Department at Boise
State. Interns receive credit for tutoring nonnative English
speakers in English or in other course material at Boise State.
Intenships may include tutoring Boise State students or other
qualifying members in the community. Internships require admission
to Boise State and a recomendation from a linguistics faculty
member or an A or B in Linguistics 305. Students interested
in receiving tutoring should contact Gail Shuck at the email
address below.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 426-1189
Email:
Gshuck@boisestate.edu
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The Writing Center
This
tutoring and consulting service is provided free to all Boise
State students and is designed to help writers improve their
skills.
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 426-1298
Web Site:
www.boisestate.edu/wcenter
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Agency for New Americans (ANA)
This
organization's focus is to teach refugees arriving in Idaho
self-suficiency skills. Services
provided include: Case Management, Medical Assessment, Employment Services, Cultural
Guidance, Community Orientation, Social Adjustment Services,
Translation Services, English Language Tutoring, and Financial
Assistance.1614 West Jefferson Street, Boise, Idaho
83702
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 338-0033
Email:
cbrucebennion@mtnstatesgroup.org
(Director)
Web
Site: members.tripod.com/agencyfornewamerican
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Boise Library Learning Lab
The
ESL / ELL Program focusses on family literacy for persons
who do not speak English as their primary language. This program
includes instruction in English proficiency for parents and
their children. The Learning Lab also has courses designed
to help adult learners complete a GED. Boise Public Library,
715 South Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 344-1335
Email:
askalibrarian@cityofboise.org
Web
Site: www.boisepubliclibrary.org
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Boise School District
The
English Language Learner program is education designed for
students whose primary language is not English. This program
serves grades Kindergarten through 12th grade. Boise School
District, 8169 W. Victory Rd., Boise, ID 83709
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 338-3400
Email:
annfarris@boiseschools.org
Web Site: www.boiseschools.org/ell/index.html
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Idaho Migrant Council
This
organization's purpose is to better the lives of migrant and
seasonal farm workers. The council provides ESL and GED classes
as well as Vocational English as a Second Language. ESL citizenship
classes are also offered. 6015 E Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell
Idaho 83605
Contact
Information:
Phone:
(208) 454--8604
Web
Site:
www.rivda.org/Workforce/ID_Migrant_Council/id_migrant_council.htm
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