ESOL 1 provides beginning
level students with the most important vocabulary, grammar and functional
expressions needed to communicate in English at a basic level. Instruction is
presented in a realistic context through every day life situations.
ESOL 2 is a continuation of ESOL I, incorporating
more in depth verbal communication skills and vocabulary development. Like ESOL
I, instruction is based on real life situations with plenty of practice in oral
communication.
ESOL 3 offers Intermediate level students expanded vocabulary
development, more complex grammar skills and a wider choice of functional expressions. Students are given many opportunities to
practice oral communication with each other using the English language.
ESOL 4 builds on skills developed in Intermediate classes. Emphasis is
given to complex grammar structures, vocabulary development within the context
of selected readings, and improving writing skills.
Citizenship classes are offered to students who are
in the process of Naturalization. The program includes preparation in the
basics of US History, the role of the
US
government, responsibilities of
US citizens and writing practice from dictation.
For further information about any of these programs, please
contact Michelle Moore, Director of ESOL, at mmoore@ndecboston.org
or 617-268-1912
The Literacy Department offers three levels of adult education with
intensive instruction in reading, math, writing and computer classes.
Two alternative high school programs are offered – GED and ADP.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) -ABE 1 offers instruction in basic reading to adult non-readers. ABE 2
offers instruction in writing, math, reading and computer for students.
After successfully completing the ABE program, students can choose to
continue their education in a Pre-Diploma program provided the grade
equivalency is appropriate.
Pre-Diploma
-Pre-Diploma program offers
instruction in reading, writing, English, math, and computer. This
course of study prepares students to go on to the GED or ADP Program
providing the grade equivalency is 9.0-12.0.
Alternative High School Programs-
General Educational Development (GED)
- This program prepares adult students working at the high school level
to take the 5 GED tests in literature, writing, math, science, and
social studies. The intense course of study sharpens critical thinking
skills necessary to pass these tests.
Adult Diploma Program
- The ADP is a competency-based high school diploma program providing
credentials to adults who demonstrate life-skill competencies. Students
must pass three diagnostic tests, the MCAS and/or a portfolio
assessment. In conjunction with the Boston Public Schools, a high
school diploma is awarded to students successfully completing this
program
For more information about these programs, please contact Sr.
Mary Mulligan, Director of Literacy Programs, at mmulligan@ndecboston.org
or 617-268-1912.
This program is designed for students who need to finish credits for a full high school diploma. To be eligible, a student must have earned enough credits to be considered a high school junior. Tuition is $400.00 per class. Financial aid is available. An interview and a copy of the student's transcripts are required before admission. Contact Donna Pomponio at dpomponio@ndecboston.org or (617)268-1912.
Classes
are held Monday through Thursday from 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm for
thirty-six weeks over two semesters. Each course meets twice a week
for two hours. Courses offered include:
- Biology
- Human Development
- English
- English Skills
- US History
- Art
- Geometry
- Algebra II
- Job
Readiness
ESOL speakers who are at an intermediate level take an Online Learning class
called LEAD (Learning English At a Distance). A web-based program called
English for All provides students an opportunity to improve writing,
speaking, and listening skills. People who have difficulty with regular class
scheduling can use a computer with Internet access in their home or at a
computer lab to participate in this program. Teachers schedule individual
meetings with students as needed.
For more
information or to attend the next information session, contact Sr.
Margaret Lanen at mlanen@ndecboston.org or
617-268-1912.
ESOL
and Literacy
All Literacy and
ESOL students take computer for two hours a week. Notre Dame
Education Center has two computer labs. Students in ESOL Lab use the
software program Rosetta Stone to learn English. Students in the
Literacy Lab use Aztec Learning System to improve basic skills in
English and math.
The topics
covered in the classes include:
- Keyboarding
- Introduction to Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Email
- Internet
Cyber Cafe
Cyber Cafe is a
class offered to adults in the South Boston community who want to
learn computer basics. Participants do not need to be enrolled at
NDEC. The class meets once a week for an hour and one-half.
