Now turn to section 3. Section 3. You will hear a conversation in a Continuing Education Institute's office. First, you have some time to look at questions 21 to 25. Now listen carefully and answer questions 21 to 25.
Welcome. My name is Jeremy Holtz. Hello, Jeremy.
I was told to come to this office and ask about your Continuing Education programme. I'm interested in taking classes and want to know more about the programme. Certainly.
We have several different programmes depending on your education goals and on what you are doing now. For example, we have Continuing Education programmes for those who want to finish a degree or start a new one. And we also have a programme for working adults.
Well, I'm working part-time now and I'm interested in completing a degree in Business Administration. I am working at a hospital, you see, but I want to change my job, either work in hospital management or have my own business. Okay, that sounds great.
Many students in our programme want to advance in their current careers or even change them. What kind of degree do you have now? I am a registered nurse with a two-year degree. Great.
First, we have to figure out where you want to take classes. We have satellite campuses all over the region. The ones at the city centre are accessible by public transportation but offer fewer course times.
A car is the best way to attend classes at our satellite campuses in the suburbs, but they have more classrooms and, therefore, more courses. Well, I have been saving up for a car, but I don't have enough money to buy one yet. I think the city centre campus will be better.
Okay, now we have to decide which programme you want to register for. We have night courses, where the classes generally run from 7pm to 10pm. Classes during these hours are usually once a week.
There are also courses during the day that might work for you, depending on your work schedule. Well, like I said, I'm working part-time and, unfortunately, I work during the evenings. You see, I'm living at my parents' house right now.
My father is quite ill, actually, and since my mother works normal hours, I take care of him during the day and my mom takes care of him in the evening when I work. The city centre campus doesn't offer classes during the weekends? No, the suburban one does, but, unfortunately, there are no classes during that time at the city centre campus. You know, maybe the online courses will be better for you.
Do you have access to the Internet? Yes, I have a computer at home. That might be the best way for you, then. It's still a new programme.
We're still working out the bugs, but it will allow you to work part-time, take care of your father and take classes. The completion of your degree will probably take longer, however. Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 26 to 30.
Now listen and answer questions 26 to 30. So, how exactly does this work? I'm slightly nervous about studying again. It's been years since I've been a student.
Yes, it can be a bit daunting at times. Continuing your education and improving yourself are well worth the effort. Actually, before you start taking online classes, there are several refresher courses that you are required to take.
What kind of courses are those? These are especially made for the returning adult student. We understand that education is just one of a number of priorities for those that take classes with us. The refresher courses teach you how to manage time and juggle between different areas in your life.
Techniques like writing down your daily schedule and ways to avoid procrastinating are talked about. Also, there is one course that reviews basic study skills, like the most efficient way to read the course text, as well as basic academic writing. I think that would be really helpful for me.
I enjoyed studying when I was going to school, but I definitely need some tips on how to manage my classes along with the rest of my life. Many students I've seen are in a similar position. They have to balance both their work and family life with their education.
It's not easy, but it is very rewarding for the ones that finish their education all the way through. OK, so how do I register for the classes? You need to go online to do that. I will give you a brochure with the appropriate web address.
You can choose which course modules to take online. You can go through them as time allows. There is even a place to keep track of progress towards your degree.
All right. Can I ask then about the costs of the online courses? They are cheaper than classes at either campus, of course. Online, you'll see a number of different ways to pay.
You can pay up front for each course module you take, or pay over a number of months. The latter method of payment will probably be better for me. Are the textbooks and other course materials expensive? No, not at all, actually.
With all online courses, the relevant materials are included free of charge. They are available to download after you register. That sounds great.
Thank you so much. No problem. My contact information is also in the brochure.
That is the end of Section 3. You now have half a minute to check your answers.