Experiencing an ESL school and learning a new language can be challenging yet rewarding. As you attend the English as a Second Language (ESL) program at GLCT, it’s essential to keep track of your progress to stay motivated and see how far you’ve come. Here are three unique ways to measure your progress in learning […]
Learning English as a Second Language (ESL) can open doors to new opportunities, cultures, and experiences. However, it can also be challenging, requiring time, effort, and resources. Thankfully, technological advancements, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), are making ESL school success smoother and more efficient. This blog post highlights how AI can facilitate your learning experience […]
Imagine walking into a classroom filled with new faces, eager to learn but anxious in your stomach because you’re unsure how to communicate effectively. This is a common experience for many ESL program students entering high school or university. Strong language skills are foundational to academic success, and at Great Lakes College of Toronto (GLCT), […]
If you’re a non-native speaker of the English language, you may experience some level of difficulty while learning courses taught in English. This is why many schools, like The Great Lakes College of Toronto (GLCT), incorporate an English as a Second Language or ESL School program to help non-English speaking students settle in and excel […]
Communication goes beyond the ability to speak or understand a language. These days, communication skills are precious for professional development, academic advancement, and cultivating personal relationships. Communication skills are essential to all aspects of one’s life. Effective communication skills do not come naturally, even to native speakers. For second-language speakers, learning a language only sometimes […]
If you’re looking to be successfully admitted into a North American university, boosting your English language proficiency is a great goal to pursue. At the Great Lakes College of Toronto, we help students to develop all of the academic skills they need to get accepted into competitive post-secondary institutions. Though our fast-track ESL program is […]
Toronto, with its vibrant multicultural atmosphere and excellent education system, is a popular destination for students seeking a global learning experience. Yet, despite its status as a melting pot of different cultures and values, international students can find it hard to adjust to certain aspects of life in Toronto. Moving to a new city or […]
Are you pursuing admission into a competitive North American university? If so, your ability to write a strong essay will be a significant asset. Essays require you to recruit your critical thinking, persuasive, and written communication skills to explore a topic in-depth and effectively state a case. In any post-secondary environment, regardless of the discipline […]
At the Great Lakes College of Toronto, we understand how challenging it can be to learn a new language and integrate into a completely new environment as an international student. Particularly when students seek to be enrolled in competitive post-secondary programs in North America, a strong command of the English language will set the foundation […]
