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English Language Learning Expert Robert Bouton McDougal Opens Free
Adult Literacy Classes in Costa Mesa, CA
EIN
News: 9.23.2019
The
Robert McDougal English Language Institute is proud to announce the launch of a
free series of ESL classes
at the new library in Costa Mesa, CA. The classes will be offered to non-native
English speakers and other community members free of charge beginning in the
fall of 2019.
Classes
will cover everyday English language essentials. Students will be expected to
attend every class, as small group and paired work will be key to the course
series. While courses will be focused primarily on everyday conversation,
breakout seminars will cover public speaking, technology, manners and
etiquette, emergency/crisis situations, confidence, nonverbal communication,
pop culture terminology, and one “wild card” area of focus selected by the
group of students.
“There
are many English language learners in Costa Mesa,” Robert McDougal shares of
the growing need for low-cost ESL classes in the area. “Additionally, Southern
California is home to a diverse population, including immigrants and many
low-income individuals and families. These courses will help community members
learn together in a safe, supportive, and fun environment from qualified ESL
instructors who have years of education and experience under their belt.”
The
new Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library opened in May 2019, after the old Costa Mesa Technology Library closed. The new
location, says McDougal, is in many ways the ideal spot for the new program.
“Libraries
are essential to public health, education, community spirit, and well-being,” Robert Bouton McDougal says. “The
new library in Costa Mesa is the perfect example of a community coming together
around valuable free and low-cost resources. My team of ESL instructors is so
proud to bring this service to the community.”
Robert
Bouton McDougal is an experienced ESL instructor who has developed ELL/ESL
curriculum for a number of schools and learning centers over the course of his
decade of English language instruction. McDougal boasts both a bachelor’s and
master’s degree in ESL pedagogy. He has worked with students of all ages as a
classroom instructor, small group teacher, and private tutor to achieve their
full potential in English fluency, confidence, and public speaking. Robert
McDougal is also certified in TESOL instruction.
Robert
Bouton McDougal will be delivering the classes with six other instructors
beginning in October 2019. Interested participants ages 18 and over can sign up
for classes now by heading to the form available at the Robert McDougal English
Language Institute website. A similar series for non-native English speaking
children and teens will be offered at the library in the spring.
