ESL Classes in San Francisco, CA

In this course, students learn to write and speak more fluently and accurately in English. Writing activities focus on sentence and paragraph development through simple narrative and descriptive essays and personal correspondence. Readings serve as a basis for developing vocabulary, ideas, and writing models.  Speaking activities include conversation...

This higher-level pronunciation course is designed to help students sound more like native speakers of American English.  Techniques include physical and vocal warm-up and breathing exercises, along with work on pronunciation, articulation, intonation, stress and vocal projection. Students develop short oral presentations to enhance their speech. ...

This advanced course helps students polish their writing and speaking in English. Students gain practice in writing argumentative essays, critiques, and summaries through in-class practice and homework assignments. Students increase their listening and speaking proficiency through presentations, discussions, and interactive exercises. Students need...

New students must take the English as a Second Language placement test before registering for ESL classes. The test is administered online. To take the test, you will need internet access and a computer or a tablet with a camera. When you register for the test, you will get log-in instructions. The test takes approximately 2.5 hours and includes:...

Hello and Welcome! Whether you are interested in one-on-one lessons or have a small group of friends and family who you want to study with, ABC Languages customized online program is a great way to build your English skills with lessons designed just for you! Here is an outline of how our program works:   Scheduling Your First Lesson: Choose...

English Express prepares students who receive iBT TOEFL scores of 70-78 for the Contemporary American Business Practices Certificate program.  This 2-week super intensive program includes courses in academic writing, reading, listening & speaking, vocabulary, pronunciation, and advanced grammar. English Express is also open to students who...

Learn important language skills and test-taking strategies for success on the TOEFL Exam. Special emphasis on all four skills, specifically listening comprehension, grammar, reading comprehension, and ability to communicate clearly through speech and writing. Students will be prepared for an easy transition into a university classroom in the United...

Do people often ask you to repeat what you’ve Do people often ask you to repeat what you’ve said?  Is a thick accent preventing you from advancing professionally? In an interactive, information-packed course which covers the first half of our textbook, learn the secrets to speaking clear, easily understood American English,...

This course is designed for those who would like to sound more professional in front of colleagues, bosses and clients.  Students work closely with the instructor to improve their accent and pronunciation. Classes are small so exercises and activities in stress, intonation, modulation and consonant and vowel sounds are individualized to help...

This course is designed to help students improve their pronunciation of American English. Students explore the vowel, consonant, stress, and intonation rules of American English. Using various techniques and fun activities, students learn how to sound more natural when speaking English. Important: Students need to be in levels 1-4 to take this...

In this practical course, students develop their skills in writing, reading, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and grammar through authentic business text, video, and audio materials. Course work will include discussions, real-world business simulations, presentations, and workplace written communication. Students need to be in levels 5-10 to take...

Our LIVE Online Part-time English Course is available to levels Intermediate – Advanced and focuses on learning through real-life communication. This course is ideal for students who would like to improve all four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) from the comfort and convenience of their own home.  Students will discuss a...

Learn important language skills and test-taking strategies necessary for success on the TOEFL Exam. Special emphasis will be placed on listening comprehension, grammar, reading comprehension, and ability to communicate clearly through speech and writing. Students will be prepared for an easy transition into a university classroom in the United States....

In this course, students will not only expand their vocabulary, but will also learn strategies for understanding the meaning of new words.  Using film, TV shows, songs, readings, and digital media, students focus on comprehension, recognition, and the application of new words and phrases. Students learn how to make their speech clearer, more...

This course is focused on improving Listening + Speaking skills, and designed for working professionals to feel more comfortable in an English speaking work environment.  Students join live with other students and classmates to discuss business topics and tackle common situations such as helping customers and engaging with colleagues. Please...