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In LEAP 4, students develop the ability to understand and express themselves on topics of general interest, both orally and in writing. Reading texts and ESL short stories are used to develop reading skills. Listening passages include short conversations, interviews, and monologues. Journal writing...

In LEAP 5, students are introduced to note-taking techniques using adapted and authentic readings and listenings. They learn to recognize levels of information and types of support in academic style texts and lectures. Students practice previewing, analyzing questions, and developing ideas to answer...

In LEAP 6, students practice applying specific strategies and skills that build language proficiency within an academic context. Materials are used not only to develop language, but also to teach students specific strategies and skills that will enable them to be successful college and university...

In LEAP 7, students are introduced to academic arguments and the specific strategies and skills that are used to recognize and build written and spoken arguments. Students use active reading and listening strategies to understand information at a deeper level and to think critically about the...

In LEAP 8, students further develop skills to analyze and interpret information from journal articles and lectures. They work in pairs to prepare and lead a seminar group discussion. Students build on academic skills developed at earlier levels to research a topic and write a 2000-word research...

In LEAP Basics, students begin to learn how to express their thoughts and opinions through a variety of engaging communicative activities. Listening comprehension is developed through intensive listening projects which include watching short animated videos and vignettes. Students also develop their...

In LEAP 1, students continue to build their reading, listening and communication skills by exploring exciting topics related to Vancouver, Canada and the world. Students also explore the local environment through a variety of engaging educational outings and workshops connected to course topics...

In LEAP 2, students expand their reading and listening comprehension skills by working with longer reading and listening passages. Students also develop their presentation skills through a variety of projects and activities where they are required to gather information on a specific topic, prepare a...

In LEAP 3, students are exposed to a wide variety of listening and reading input. This rich language environment enhances students' opportunities to use English for meaningful oral communication and information exchange. Writing provides an additional means for students to build vocabulary and...