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Are you looking for FREE English classes for adult learners? Here are some places that offer English classes.
Are you looking for FREE English classes for adult learners? Here are some places that offer English classes.
ENGLISH CLASSES AND OTHER RESOURCES FOR ENGLISH LEARNERS IN THE CAPITAL DISTRICT (NY)
ENGLISH CLASSES AND OTHER RESOURCES FOR ENGLISH LEARNERS IN THE CAPITAL DISTRICT (NY)
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) & ESL (English as a Second Language)
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) & ESL (English as a Second Language)
*Some classes may require registration in advance. Call for details.
Calvary United Methodist Church, 15 Ridge Place
Calvary United Methodist Church, 15 Ridge Place
(518) 785-5142, http://www.calvaryumclatham.org
English tutoring program for all educational levels and backgrounds, either small groups or individuals. Open to students of all faiths.
Call to register: Rita Pickett, (518) 786-1858, or vrlenprita@aol.com Free.
Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical School, Building A, 1015 Watervliet- Shaker Road
Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical School, Building A, 1015 Watervliet- Shaker Road
Sponsored by Capital Region BOCES, (518) 862-4707,
http://www.capregboces.org/
ESOL, multi-level. Monday and Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Must register for orientation session. Free.
Albany Literacy Zone, Trinity Alliance, Capital South Campus Center, 20 Warren Street
Albany Literacy Zone, Trinity Alliance, Capital South Campus Center, 20 Warren Street
(518) 449-5155, http://www.trinityalliancealbany.org/literacy-zone/
Sponsored by Capital Region BOCES, (518) 862-4707,
http://www.capregboces.org/
Shannon Cornwall, (518) 694-4533 or Maria Huntington, (518) 694-4567.
ESL classes ongoing. Must register for orientation session. Free.
RISSE (Refugee and Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus), 240 West Lawrence Street
RISSE (Refugee and Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus), 240 West Lawrence Street
(518) 621-1041, (518) 567-4354, (518) 505-1737, http://www.risse-albany.org
Adults: ESL group instruction
Call for appointment. For adults and children ages 5-13
Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of Hudson Valley Community College, 30
Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of Hudson Valley Community College, 30
North Russell Road, 2nd Floor, Albany
(518) 273-1900, http://www.hvcc.edu/eoc/programs.html#ESL
ESL, three levels. The ESL programs allow students with limited English proficiency the opportunity to master speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in English.
Apply online: www.hvcc.edu/eoc
Must complete assessment. Free to qualified applicants.
ALSO LOCATED IN TROY at 431 River Street.
Watervliet Library, 1501 Broadway, #1
Watervliet Library, 1501 Broadway, #1
Sponsored by Capital Region BOCES, (518) 862-4707,
http://www.capregboces.org/
ESOL, multi-level. Wednesday and Thursday, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Must register for orientation session. Free.
East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way
East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way
Sponsored by Questar III, (518) 479-6838,
https://www.questar.org/education/adult-education-and-workforcedevelopment/literacy-programs/
Adult ESOL classes and assessment: John Parker, John.Parker@questar.org
ESOL, mixed levels, Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.–12.30 p.m.
Requires assessment beforehand, with $35 fee, can be waived, otherwise free.
Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County Inc., 65 First Street
Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County Inc., 65 First Street
(518) 244-4650, http://www.lvorc.org/sample-page/programsservices/
One-to-one and small group tutoring. 2 hours per week. Free.
To sign up: http://www.lvorc.org/contact/
YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., 21 First Street
YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., 21 First Street
Sponsored by Questar III, (518) 479-6838,
https://www.questar.org/education/adult-education-and-workforcedevelopment/literacy-programs/
Adult ESOL classes and assessment: John Parker, John.Parker@questar.org
ESOL, mixed levels, Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Requires assessment beforehand, with $35 fee, can be waived, otherwise free.
Classes: Schenectady area/Schenectady County
Schenectady Public Library, main branch, 99 Clinton Street
Schenectady Public Library, main branch, 99 Clinton Street
Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220
ESL, intermediate tutoring. Free.
Washington Irving Adult and Continuing Education Center, 422 Mumford Street
Washington Irving Adult and Continuing Education Center, 422 Mumford Street
(518) 370-8220 or (518) 370-8230,
http://wiec.schenectady.k12.ny.us/adult_education/classes/english_as_a_second_language
Must register. Free
Phyllis Bornt Branch Library and Literacy Center (ESL), 948 State Street
Phyllis Bornt Branch Library and Literacy Center (ESL), 948 State Street
Sponsored by Washington Irving Adult and Continuing Education Center
(518) 370-8220 or or (518) 370-8230
http://wiec.schenectady.k12.ny.us/adult_education/classes/english_as_a_second_language
Free.
Websites, Videos, and Home Study Resources
Websites, Videos, and Home Study Resources
USA Learns: https://www.usalearns.org
Dave’s ESL Café: http://forums.eslcafe.com/student/viewforum.php?f=22
English Club: https://www.englishclub.com/learn-english.htm
Many Things: http://www.manythings.org
Learn English Today: http://www.learn-english-today.com
English Page: https://www.englishpage.com
Lots of English: https://lotsofenglish.com
LINCS Learner Center: https://learner.lincs.ed.gov/resources/english
Voice of America English News: https://learningenglish.voanews.com
Randall’s ESL Cyber Listening Lab: http://www.esl-lab.com
Sounds of English: https://www.soundsofenglish.org
ESLGold: http://eslgold.com
ESL Lounge: http://www.esl-lounge.com
One Stop English (for beginners): http://www.onestopenglish.com/esol/absolutebeginners/
English Language Civics for ESL Students : http://elcivics.com/worksheets/eslworksheets.html
A selection of YouTube videos on learning English:
A selection of YouTube videos on learning English:
https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Basic+English+Conversation+for+Beginners&FORM=RESTAB
Home Study
Home Study
Schenectady: Washington Irving Adult and Continuing Education Center, 422
Schenectady: Washington Irving Adult and Continuing Education Center, 422
Mumford Street
Mumford Street
(518) 370-8220 or (518) 370-8230,
http://wiec.schenectady.k12.ny.us/adult_education/classes/english_as_a_second_language
ESL Study at Home program. Must register. Free.
Through Capital Region BOCES:
Through Capital Region BOCES:
The English as a New Language (ENL) Home Study program provides an excellent opportunity for non-native English
speakers to gain a better understanding of our language and culture. The program, which concentrates on reading comprehension and
writing skills, is beneficial for students who have progressed beyond basic levels of ENL. Individualized packets of instruction are delivered
to the library nearest to a student's home every two weeks, for him or her to pick up and complete. The program is free for students age 21
and older.
For information and to register, call (518) 862-4707
Application required first: https://www.capitalregionboces.org/adult-education/classes-programs/learn-english/
Oxford Picture Dictionary and its related workbooks:
Oxford Picture Dictionary and its related workbooks:
Oxford Picture Dictionary Third Edition: Monolingual Dictionary, Reprint
Edition by Jayme Adelson-Goldstein and Norma Shapiro
You can buy this online at Amazon.com or order it through a bookstore. Additional
workbooks, for people at varied levels of learning English:
Oxford Picture Dictionary Third Edition: Low-Beginning Workbook,
Workbook Edition by Jane Spigarelli
Oxford Picture Dictionary Third Edition: Low-Intermediate Workbook,
Workbook Edition by Marjorie Fuchs and Margaret Bonner
Oxford Picture Dictionary Third Edition: High-Beginning Workbook,
Workbook Edition by Marjorie Fuchs
Adult and Children English Classes
Adult and Children English Classes
Empire State English, 24 Aviation Road, Suite 100
(518) 729-5407, http://esenglish.org
English language programs for adults: Kim Andersen, President, Eileen Lee,
Academic Director
English language programs for children: Elizabeth Suparmanto, Registrar
ESL and part-time classes. COST: see website
Sister program, Capital Region Language Center, offers English language
instruction for children, http://esenglish.org/other-programs/
Troy location coming January 2018
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