ENGLISH SCHOOL FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS August 13-17, 2012

GCLI is offering an “English as a Foreign Language” school the week of August 13-17 for those bridging the language gap into the English-speaking world.  If you are a non-native English speaker who would like to visit Bethel and be part of a lively language class at the same time, join this class.  Cost for the week of classes is $395 which includes all course materials, 5 lunches, one breakfast, a barbecue, one dinner, four excursions and tutoring assistance.  This cost DOES NOT include housing, transportation to and from Bethel or other meals.  To register for this school go to https://www.ibethel.org/payments/conference/index.php?conference_idr=329.  For housing information visit:  http://www.ivisitredding.com.   If you have other questions email debbies@ibethel.org

ESCUELA DE INGLES  del 13 al 17 de AGOSTO, 2012

GCLI está ofreciendo clases de “Inglés como segundo lenguaje” la semana del 13 al 17 de Agosto para aquellos  que quieren acortar las barreras de lenguaje hacia el mundo de habla inglesa.  Si usted es una persona cuyo lenguaje materno no es inglés y le gustaría visitar Bethel y ser parte de una clase muy amena al mismo tiempo, ésta es su oportunidad.  El precio por la semana de clases es de $395 el cual incluye todos los materiales del curso, 5 almuerzos, un desayuno, un asado, una cena, 4 excursiones y tutoría .  Este precio NO INCLUYE estadía,  transportación desde y a Bethel u otras comidas.  Para registrarse para esta escuela puede ir a: https://www.ibethel.org/payments/conference/index.php?conference_idr=329.  Para información sobre estadía:  http://www.ivisitredding.com.   Si usted tiene otras preguntas puede mandar un correo electrónico a: debbies@ibethel.org

ESCOLA DE INGLÊS PARA ALUNOS DE OUTROS PAÍSES

de 13-17 de Agosto de 2012

GCLI está oferecendo a escola “Inglês como Língua Estrangeira” para aqueles que querem conectar-se com os países que falam a língua inglesa. A escola ocorrerá durante a semana de 13 a 17 de agosto. Se você não fala inglês e gostaria de visitar a Bethel e fazer parte de uma aula divertida, você precisa fazer este curso. O custo da semana de aulas é de $395 dólares, o que inclui todos os materiais, cinco almoços, um café da manhã, um churrasco, uma janta, quatro excursões e a assistência de tutores. O valor não inclui acomodações, transporte para e da Igreja Bethel e outras refeições. Para se registrar na escola clique no link https://www.ibethel.org/payments/conference/index.php?conference_idr=329. Para informações sobre estadia visite o site: http://www.ivisitredding.com. Se você tem outras questões envie um email para debbies@ibethel.org.

給非以英文為主要語言的人的英語課程

 GCLI 將在 8/13-17提供英文課程給英文不是主要語言的人， 增進英文能力以融入說英語的世界。 如果英文不是你的主要語言，你想要來伯特利教會並同時參加生動有趣的英文課程，我們歡迎你報名。 費用是 $395 (包括課程材料、五天的午餐、一次烤肉、一天的晚餐、 四個戶外參觀 並提供助教協助學習)。費用不包括住宿，往來伯特利教會的交通,或其他的餐點.。欲報名請洽https://www.ibethel.org/payments/conference/index.php?conference_idr=329.。有關住宿詳情請看http://www.ivisitredding.com. 若有任何疑問,，請電郵 debbies@ibethel.org.

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Teaching English as a Foreign Language & Teaching World Languages

In the GCLI Teaching English as a Foreign Language and Teaching World Languages program students master marketable teaching skills with the dual goal of enabling them to enter the world marketplace within the seven mountains of influence and to function in a ministry setting also.  A short Q & A informational meeting about these programs is scheduled for Sunday, September 11 and 18 at 1:00 in the Hospitality Suite at the Bethel campus and at 1:40 at the Twin View campus.

•    Master a fun, lively and effective teaching strategy infused with Kingdom core values.
•    Learn specific skills in HOW TO teach a language with comprehensible input.
•    Teach a mini-course in a world language and practice your skills.

GCLI offers certificates in:

*Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

*HOW TO Teach World Languages

Tuition: (this cost includes all class materials):

$495 per 7-month program

$475 discounted price for BSSM students, Bethel Church members, and seniors

Tuition is payable in a single payment at the first class or in two equal payments at the first class and at the November 17 class.  Family member discount: the first member pays full tuition and each additional family member receives a 25% discount. We do accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. 

A $50 non-refundable fee is required at registration due to limited space in the class.  This fee will be applied to your tuition cost.  This fee may be deposited in the BSSM tuition payment slot across from the BSSM bulletin board in the main hallway near the bookstore at the Bethel Campus or mailed to Bethel Church (933 College View Drive, Redding, CA  96003) prior to the start of classes.  Checks may be made out to Bethel Church attention GCLI.

Refund Policy:
In the event that a student withdraws from the TEFL program within the first semester and has previously paid their tuition in full, they may receive a refund of up to 85%. This refunded amount is based upon a pro-rated monthly portion of paid tuition. After January 15th, tuition is non-refundable.

TEFL Class Schedule:

•    The complete course of 75 hours meets from September 22 through April 26 with holidays, conferences  and other events aligning to the Bethel Church and BSSM schedules.
•    The course hours include two classroom observations and nine hours of practicum or tutoring with international students.  
•    Required classes are held on Thursday evenings (6:00-9:00pm in Mod 1) with electives on Friday afternoons (3:00-5:00 in Mod 4).

Attendance:
Students are expected to attend classes regularly and punctually. During the course of this program, the maximum number of absences permitted is four of the required classes. Exceptions to this policy will be made for extreme circumstances and emergencies only. If a student’s absences total more than 4 classes, he or she will not receive a Certificate of Completion, but may still attend classes.

Accreditation:
Global Connections Language Institute is not an accredited school with the State of California.  Therefore students are not eligible for financial aid, student loans, or grants.  However, GCLI TEFL faculty are highly qualified and do meet state and federal standards as instructors in this program.  

World Languages for Ministry Courses

GCLI offers world language courses designed to prepare students for ministry situations throughout the world. These courses provide students with a solid foundation in the essential high frequency vocabulary relevant to personal life and ministry through a fun, lively and effective teaching method.

•    Fall and Spring Friday classes (16 hours per semester) with holidays, conferences and other  events aligning to the Bethel Church and BSSM schedules
•    Fall Semester classes from September through December
•    Spring Semester classes from January through March
•    Tuition is $155 per semester or $135 for BSSM students, Bethel members and seniors. A $25 non-refundable fee is required at registration.  This fee will be applied to your tuition cost.  This fee may be deposited in the BSSM tuition payment slot across from the BSSM bulletin board in the main hallway near the bookstore at the Bethel Campus or mailed to Bethel Church (933 College View Drive, Redding, CA  96003) prior to the start of classes to reserve your registration.  Checks may be made out to Bethel Church attention GCLI.  Family member discount: the first member pays full tuition and each additional family member receives a 25% discount. We do accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

Beginning Spanish 1 (For those who have never taken a Spanish course):

Schedule: TBA

Intermediate Spanish 1 (For those who have taken a beginning course in Spanish or speak some Spanish already) :

Schedule: TBA

Beginning Mandarin (Chinese) 1:

Schedule:  TBA

Beginning Portuguese 1:

Schedule:  TBA

Beginning French 1:

Schedule:  TBA

Language and Culture Mini-Courses

Empower your missions trip and honor the nation you visit!  Bethel’s Global Connections Language Institute offers short courses in language and culture training on Sunday afternoons, Feb. 12 to March 4.  Invest your time, attention, and $35 for the 4-week course, paid on the first day of class in East/West Fellowship, registration 1:30-3:30pm.  Choose from Beginning Spanish, Intermediate Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic 3:30-5:00pm.  Russian is offered 2:30-4:00pm and French 4:15-5:45.   FMI email:  debbies@ibethel.org. 

Cost: $35 per course

Dates: February 12 through March 4

Schedule: Sunday afternoons - registration February 12 from 1:30-3:30 in East/West Fellowship