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Curriculum Structure and Hours
English Programs
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Quest programs have been carefully designed with your needs as our first priority. All our programs are clearly defined and offer a comprehensive approach to language leaning based on proven communicative techniques. The tables below provide a view of the structure of our study periods and the possible hours of study.

Student Progress - weekly testing
In all programs weekly tests are given to evaluate student progress. Your instructor keeps track of your scores and will provide you with a monthly Student Progress Evaluation report. Your test results combined with your Evaluation report determine your readiness to move to the next level.

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Hours and Study Periods
>> Important note: Unlike most schools Quest does not include break-time
in the hours of study. When we say 25 hours of study we mean 25 complete hours of class time.

Period Structure / Descriptions

Program	CORE ESL Program Periods 1, 2, 3, 4	Conversation Program Periods 2, 3 and 4	TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, Business, French, Academic English Periods 1, 2, 3, 4	TESL Program Periods 1, 2, 3
Period
Preiod 1 9:00 to 10:00	Focus on language structure and grammar functions through effective communicative techniques and active participation.		Students registered in any of the Focused English programs must take periods 3 and 4 in addition to periods 1 and 2 or only period 2. Period 5 is optional.	Theoretical foundations and techniques in second language acquisition.
Period 2 10:15 to 12:15	Focus on oral communication skills. Develop your listening and speaking skills and learn new vocabulary as you actively practice your language skills.			Methodology and language teaching in practice. Continues through period 3, finishing at 1:30.
Period 3 12:30 to 1:30	Open Elective Workshops - 1 hour each Workshop choices vary based on level and availability.		Focused Elective Workshops - 2 hours Pre-registration required.
Period 4 2:15 to 3:15	Listening and Speaking, Idioms and Phrasal Verbs, Situational Conversations, Presentation Skills, Pronunciation, Reading, Internet English, Practical Grammar, Resume Writing, Effective Writing, English through Film, Guided Self-Study and more.		TOEFL, TOEIC or IELTS Exam Preparation Business English for the International Workplace English for Tourism and Hospitality Academic English Preparation for college/university TESL Specializations (teaching children, TOEFL,.) French for Beginner and Intermediate Students
Period 5 3:30 to 4:30	Integrated Skills Practice: Bring together all your language skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) in one comprehensive practice class.		Guided Self-Study: Instructor support and detailed lesson plans for guided learning using computer, English audio/ video material, and the latest language software.
Add-on Programs	Chat Buddy - This program matches up to 5 students with a Canadian friend with whom you can practice English naturally as you learn about Canada, its people and culture. Time and day can vary - normally on Saturdays. Guided Self-Study- See period 5 above. Open to all students. Up to 10 hours per week. Private classes - Students registered in core programs can take advantage of discounts for private classes.