English for Foreign Students

English for Foreign Students

650-723-3636

http://www.stanford.edu/group/efs/

Session dates and times for courses are available in Axess under the Guest Menu. Course day, time, and units are subject to change. Courses are eight weeks long unless otherwise noted in the course description or details.

EFSLANG 683W
Workshop in Written Communication for International Students

1 - 2 units
Course Dates: June 24 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Provides support in the development of English writing skills for non-natives. Writing assignments are negotiated with the instructor and may include practice in composition, SAT or TOEFL writing, and writing university application essays and statements of purpose. Students taking the course for 2 units will have additional individualized assignments as well as a weekly 30-minute private tutorial with an instructor from the EFS program.

Notes: Limited to visiting undergraduates and students in the High School Summer College program who are looking to improve their English during their summer stay in the US. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

EFSLANG 689E
Learning English on Your Own

1 unit
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Independent English language learning. Learning strategies and objectives, setting and maintaining practice schedules, and evaluating progress. Focus is on exploiting web-based resources. Individual meetings.

Notes: Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

Syllabus:

http://www.stanford.edu/~efs/689e/syllabus.html

EFSLANG 689H
American Humor

1 unit
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Analysis of jokes, humorous stories, and situations through modern media. Practice in advanced listening comprehension and English idioms.

Notes: Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

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EFSLANG 689L
Living in the U.S.A.

1 unit
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Life and relationships outside the University classroom. Goal is to familiarize international students with the cultural expectations and forms of language use in a variety of situations in the University community and in other social situations. 

Notes: Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

Syllabus:

EFSLANG 689P
Pronunciation

2 units
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

The sounds of English, and stress, intonation, and rhythm patterns important to natural-sounding speech.

Notes: Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

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EFSLANG 689T
Interacting in California's Vineyard Culture

1 unit
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Focuses on communicative skills in the context of California's renowned wine culture. Emphasis on the language of wine using appropriate terminology, and interacting knowledgeably with restaurant and retail wine staff. Topics include learning the fundamentals of vineyard techniques, varietal characteristics, tasting techniques, drinking and ordering etiquette. Course is co-taught by a wine expert and an ESL instructor. Class consists of a short interactive lecture, a communicative activity such as role playing, and a tasting of four specially selected wines.

Notes: Participants must be at least 21 years old to enroll. Fee required. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

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EFSLANG 689V
Vocabulary and Idiom

1 unit
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Building vocabulary for academic success. Idiomatic language, and what idioms and metaphors reflect about American culture.

Notes: Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

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EFSLANG 689W
Working in the U.S.A.

1 unit
Course Dates: July 8 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

The language and culture of the workplace. Goal is to familiarize international students with the cultural expectations of situations in the business setting and in social situations related to business.

Notes: Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

EFSLANG 691
Oral Presentation

1-3 units
Course Dates: June 24 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

For advanced graduate students. Practice in academic presentation skills; strategy, design, organization, and use of visual aids. Focus is on improving fluency and delivery style, with videotaping for feedback on language accuracy and usage. 

Notes: Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

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EFSLANG 695A
Pronunciation and Intonation

1-3 units
Course Dates: June 24 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Recognition and practice of American English sounds, stress, and intonation patterns for greater comprehension and intelligibility. Analysis of problem areas. Biweekly tape assignments and tutorials. 

Notes: May be repeated once for credit. Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

Syllabus:

EFSLANG 698A
Writing Academic English

1-3 units
Course Dates: June 24 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Strategies and conventions for graduate writing. Emphasis is on fluency, organization, documentation, and appropriateness for writing tasks required in course work. 

Notes: Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

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EFSLANG 698B
Advanced Graduate Writing

1-3 units
Course Dates: June 24 - August 15, 2013
Time: see http://explorecourses.stanford.edu

Focus on clarity, accuracy, and appropriate style. For graduate students experienced in English writing and currently required to write for courses and research. Class meetings and individual conferences.

Prerequisite: EFSLANG 698A

Notes: Enrollment limited to 14 students. Intended for current Stanford graduate students and EFS 688/688V program participants. All others need to email efs@stanford.edu for permission to enroll. For more information, visit the English for Foreign Students Program (EFS) website.

Syllabus:

http://www.stanford.edu/~efs/698b/syllabus.html