Project Based Learning (PBL) is a teaching practice which encourages language learners to actively and efficiently engage in real-world and personally meaningful projects. It is a popular teaching method which focuses on student-driven projects. Language learners in this type of program complete their projects independently or collaboratively. Afterwards, they share their projects with the other members of the class. In fact. PBL is a ‘learn-by-doing’ program. This way, students become more interested in learning and engaged in activities.
The “Real Life English and Project-Based Learning” program at RPI College is mainly intended to develop language learners’ linguistic skills by engaging them in projects and activities in which they learn the English language by doing. The projects include a wide variety of activities that happen in the community, such as developing a neighborhood watch program, designing summer courses for students, organizing a camping trip to the Rockies, etc. In these projects, language learners get involved in plenty of interaction and communication. They learn by doing: making a request, challenging an idea, presenting and supporting and argument, responding to counter arguments, and many other practical aspects of the language that we have during our daily life at home, school, or work.
The “Real Life English and Project-Based Learning” is a program for adult and young adult language learners who are interested in learning English in a more active and engaging way. In this program, learners can learn best by actively engaging in designing and organizing projects. The program has been designed in three proficiency levels: Elementary, Intermediate, and advanced, and each level will be organized in two terms.
The “Real Life English and Project-Based Learning” program is intended to improve language learners’ linguistics skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and micro-skills (pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary, and grammar). Therefore, Real Life English and Project-Based Learning is a communicative program which improved participants’ language proficiency by involving them in a variety of activities and projects. Like other communicative language courses, such as General English, the Real Life English and Project-Based Learning program has a strong focus on communication skills and is centered on goal and achievement-driven lessons. Besides, the program features a rigorous speaking pedagogy that activates new language and integrates it with intensive four-skills practice and the soft skills needed for various purposes in life including study and work.
Similar to our General English program, the “Real Life English and Project-Based Learning” program has the following student benefits:
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soft skills and language development in one
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a focus on socio-linguistic competency, so students can apply their learning immediately to real-world situations
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captivating course materials that boost students’ confidence, knowing they can comprehend and appreciate material that has been presented in English (at their level)
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an approach that uses tried and tested recycling techniques for maximum retention (the course materials)
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an instructional design that keeps motivation high because it enables students to see progress in every class
- Program Organization
- Admission Requirements
- Learning Objectives
- Method(s) of Evaluation
- Completion Requirements
- Program Duration
- Delivery Method(s)
- Required Course Materials
The program will be presented in the following format.
| Course & Duration (Hour) | Fees (CAD) | |
|---|---|---|
| Right Path PBL Elementary | ||
| PBLE1 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLE2 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLE3 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLE4 | 24 | $264 |
| Right Path PBL Intermediate | ||
| PBLI1 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLI2 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLI3 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLI4 | 24 | $264 |
| Right Path PBL Advanced | ||
| PBLA1 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLA2 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLA3 | 24 | $264 |
| PBLA4 | 24 | $264 |
In order to apply for the program (at any point) the following admission requirements may be used:
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Standard or Standardized Placement Tests, such as Oxford Placement Test, Quick Placement Test or placement tests developed and standardized by the school’s instructors
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Interviews (as a follow up for the placement test)
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Certificates indicating the English language proficiency level of the student from other reputable institutions in Canada
Upon completion of this program the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
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Design, manage, and organize language learning projects
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Present logical arguments to support their ideas
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Use appropriate vocabulary and grammar in various professional and social situations
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Identify and use language in different levels of formality
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Engage in conversations about challenging topics at professional and social contexts
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Identify and use real-life language (grammar and vocabulary) as used in the society and media
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Identify and use appropriate language functions in professional and social contexts
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Identify and use different varieties of English, especially the ones that are popular in Canada (e.g., North American English and British English)
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Write formal, semi-formal, and informal letters, emails, and messages appropriately
Evaluation is done throughout the course: class activity, homework and assignments, progress tests, mid-term and final exams.
In order to get the report card for each term, students are required to attend 80% of all sessions. Besides, students must complete 75% of the course evaluation requirements (i.e., attendance, class activity score, progress test results, and final exam score). However, in order to get the certificate of competition for each proficiency level (Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced) and the whole program, they need to attend 80% of all sessions and get 80% of the test scores (Mid-term and Final Exams) of the previous terms.
The “Real Life English and Project-Based Learning” program will be organized and conducted in 288 hours. The program has been designed in three proficiency levels (Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced), and each proficiency level will be presented in four terms of 24 hours. In fact, there are 12 terms of 24 hours.
1. Part-time A (6 hours a week): 48
2. Part-time B (10 hours a week): 29
- In-class instruction
- Distance education
Right Path International College has designed the “Real Life English and Project-Based Learning” program based on three proficiency levels (i.e., Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced). Each proficiency level is divided into four terms. For every two terms, one textbook has been designated. The main course material for these three levels is the “Project Success” series by Pearson Publications.
Right Path PBL Elementary (PBLE1-4)
1. Gaer, S., & Lynn, S (2014). Project Success: Intro. Pearson Publications
2. Gaer, S., & Lynn, S (2014). Project Success 1. Pearson Publications
Right Path PBL Intermediate (PBLI1-4)
1. Gaer, S., & Lynn, S (2014). Project Success 2. Pearson Publications
2. Gaer, S., & Lynn, S (2014). Project Success 3. Pearson Publications
Right Path PBL Advanced (PBLA1-4)
1. Gaer, S., & Lynn, S (2014). Project Success 4. Pearson Publications
2. Gaer, S., & Lynn, S (2014). Project Success 5. Pearson Publications
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