The INTERLINK curriculum emphasizes independent language learning, academic preparation, and cultural awareness; the language component of the curriculum focuses on listening, speaking, reading, writing, English for Business, English for Science and Technology (EST), English for Law, and skills necessary for successful academic and social adjustment in the U.S.

a) Core Courses ( 20 hours per week)

* These courses are offered at five different levels of proficiency in nine-week sessions; students study Communication Skills (CS) and Reading/Writing (RW), each a 10 hour block per week.

* At the elementary levels, an integrated skills approach is used in each class. In these levels the students receive a strong foundation in four language skill areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instructors work together to provide learning experiences which integrate these four language skills in every class.

* In the intermediate level courses of Communication Skills and Reading/Writing, students build on the strong foundation achieved in the integrated skills classes. At these levels students develop strong reading skills to increase reading speed, comprehension, and vocabulary. In writing, students learn how to compose essays in different rhetorical modes. Communication skills are refined to the point that students are able to discuss topics and make oral presentations.

* In the advanced Academic Preparation classes, students are exposed to materials/assignments which equip them with the skills necessary for success in the college/university environment. In these levels students are expected to understand and take notes on lectures, participate in discussions, make presentations, do library research, write research papers, and read sources related to their fields of study. At these advanced levels, students have the opportunity to take concurrent university classes for audit or credit.

b) Modules (3 hours per week)

* In addition to the core courses, entering students receive a cultural orientation module while continuing students take modules on selected topics.

Modules change from term to term, depending upon student interests and needs; they usually cover a wide range of subjects such as computer literacy, current events, public speaking, test-taking strategies, and others.

	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Reading & Writing
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM  Communication Skills
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM  Cultural Orientation & Modules