English Learning
Overview


“Overview,” EnglishConnect Implementation Guide (2023)

“Overview,” EnglishConnect Implementation Guide

Overview

EnglishConnect has multiple levels to help learners progress. EnglishConnect 1 and 2 help learners develop basic English-language skills. EnglishConnect 3 helps learners develop intermediate English-language skills for employment, service, and educational opportunities—specifically BYU–Pathway Worldwide.

EnglishConnect is most effective when all levels are available to learners.

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Graphic showing the progression from EnglishConnect 1, 2, and 3, to BYU Pathway Worldwide. It also shows that EnglishConnect 1 and 2 teach basic English and EnglishConnect 3 teaches intermediate English.

Requirements for Participation

Learners must be literate in their native language and be at least 11 years old to join EnglishConnect groups.

Below are English-language abilities learners need to start each level.

EnglishConnect 1: Read the alphabet and say basic words

EnglishConnect 2: Form basic sentences

EnglishConnect 3: Hold natural conversations; read and write basic sentences*

*Learners need to pass an English-language assessment to join EnglishConnect 3.