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The DLI Learning Center operates Monday to Thursday from 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM and Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Family members can join if accompanied by students. It offers a wealth of resources for improving language skills, including speaking, pronunciation, listening, and writing. Popular software includes English Discoveries, Pronunciation Power, and TOEFL practice materials. The center also provides guidance on Microsoft applications and typing skills. Please adhere to the policies regarding device usage and sign-in procedures.
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DLI Learning Center Hours of Operation • Monday–Thursday: 0700 to 2030(Scheduled classes only from 0730 to 1430) • Friday: 0700 to 1830(Scheduled classes only from 0730 to 1230) • Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED Family members may use the Learning Center if you are with them. Listen again Previous Next
Learning Center Resources Materials are available to help you with: • Speaking • Pronunciation • Listening • Reading • Writing • Grammar • Vocabulary • Idioms and Slang • Academic Research • Internet Research • Computer Skills Listen again Previous Next
Learning Center Resources Popular Learning Center Software • English Discoveries • Pronunciation Power • North American Idioms • TOEFL Practice Listen again Previous Next
English Discoveries • Highly interactive, multimedia CD-rom • Basic, intermediate, advanced, and executive levels • Combines listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary practice • Listening activities include radio and TV segments • Practice tests to evaluate progress Listen again Previous Next
Pronunciation Power • Teaches proper pronunciation of all 52 American English sounds • Videos show proper tongue and lip positions for each sound • Includes audio exercisesand drills Listen again Previous Next
North American Idioms • Practice with idioms and phrasal verbs in real-life situations • Interesting, interactive activities • Video dialogs offer cultural insights and listening practice Listen again Previous Next
TOEFL Practice Tests – Cambridge Preparation for the TOEFL Test – Super Success for TOEFL • Advanced listening, reading, grammar, and writing practice • Exercises and practice tests • Answer keys explaining correct and incorrect answers Listen again Previous Next
Other Software Programs • Grammar Mastery • (printable rules, 3 grammar skill levels and exercises) • World’s Greatest Speeches(reading, listening, and vocabulary practice for advanced students of English) • How Your Body Works(reading, listening, and vocabulary practice for health care professionals) • COMM1 Radio Simulator(radio communication training for pilots; both IFR and VFR versions are available) Listen again Previous Next
Computer Skills Resources Materials to help you with: • Microsoft Word • Microsoft PowerPoint • Typing / keyboarding skills Listen again Previous Next
SET Course Materials Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) • Supports some Specialized English modules • Reinforces key language objectives presented in the classroom • Ask Learning Center staff or academic instructors for additional information Listen again Previous Next
Learning Center Staff • Learning Center has qualified English language instructors and computer technicians • See a staff member if you have questions or encounter software issues Listen again Previous Next
Learning Center Policies • Turn off or silence cell phone before entering • Sign in each time at the front desk • Access personal e-mail at lunch from 1130-1330 or after class (20-minute time limit per student) Listen again Previous Next
Learning Center Policies • When using resources, turn in your student ID card in exchange for the material. Materials cannot be taken from the Learning Center. • External storage devices such as flash drives and CDs may not be used on Learning Center computers. Listen again Previous Next
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