Speaking and Listening in English as a Second Language

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Last Updated: Jan 30, 2026, 10:28 AM

About

Speaking & Listening is a community-centered program provided by the SIU Department of Linguistics.  The program is typically offered during the spring semester, with attendees meeting three times a week. Led by graduate students*, the course provides community members, whose primary language is not English, the opportunity to meet and practice speaking English. No minimum level of proficiency required, we welcome everyone and look forward to working with you.

Speaking and Listening Program

  • Eligibility

    Speaking and Listening is open to all community members and current SIU students. For Spring 2026, there will be a focus on high-beginner/low-intermediate communicators. The course intent is to enhance and provide practice to students, families of students, and community members, with proficiency in speaking English.  College credits are not available for the course.

  • Cost

    The program is $20 per semester. Sponsorship of costs may be available. Please contact us if you would like more details.

  • Program Schedule

    Spring 2026 course information is detailed below. 

    This year's dates are: February 17 - April 30, 2026 

    Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 3:30-4:20 pm

    Location: Faner Hall TBD

    English Level: High-beginner/low-intermediate

    *Course instructors are graduate students who are completing a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages(TESOL).  Click here to learn more about the Department of Linguistics and all the available degree options.

  • Parking Map

    Faner Hall is located just north of the Student Center.  If you are not a current SIU student with an approved parking sticker, you will need to park in the metered parking lot #13, east of the Student Center.
    parking map

Questions?

Rachel Olsen

For Questions About the Course

Rebecca Dycus

For Questions About Registration