BERLITZ BAHRAIN
Transcending Boundaries
Learning a new language is not just a means to communicating with a new community, but a gateway to a whole new culture. Berlitz is reputed as an institution with a practical approach to teaching languages, where the method of instruction allows the students to engage in knowing the entire culture of the region to which that language belongs. The centre offers courses in several languages for children and adults at its Budaiya and Adliya branches. These include English, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Farsi and Urdu. When you enrol into the programme, you’re not restricted to the books and theory. The language centre encourages the students to converse with each other, watch movies and listen to news and music in the language they are learning. For parents who want their children to have an extra academic push, Berlitz’s tutoring module helps in mentoring children with schoolwork. The programme is available in several languages. The Budaiya branch also offers parents an opportunity to learn languages, with an option to schedule their classes at the same time as their child. Since many cannot always make time for scheduled classes, Berlitz offers virtual lessons. So, you can learn a new language in a flexible manner, regardless of your location. There is the option of blended learning, which is a combination of individual telephone instruction and interaction with licensed cyber teachers. You can also do just phone lessons or join the Berlitz Virtual Classroom. CyberTeachers Live is the tutor-assisted version of their award-winning online programme. With this alternative, students benefit from the presence of their personal tutors and can have conversation classes animated in the Berlitz Virtual Classrooms. Call 17 827-847. www.bahrainthismonth.com
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