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My instructor was excellent. He was always willing to arrange our classes in a manner that best fit my needs.
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“My instructor was very flexible and had no issues changing the curriculum to suit my needs.”
SS, Iraqi |
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| About Our Language Training |
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DLS offers intensive, individualized classes one-on-one and in closed small groups. Depending on student needs, classes can be scheduled part-time or up to 30 hours per week. All classes are taught by native-speaker instructors, many of whom hold advanced degrees in language or education.
In addition to exemplary instructors, Language Training Supervisors (LTSs) provide student support by creating an instruction program based on each student's timetable, interests, and goals. Experienced language educators with advanced degrees and foreign language fluency, LTSs monitor student progress closely and are always available for academic advice and counseling.
Classroom focus is on student- generated communication supported by handpicked learning resources and authentic materials. This proficiency- based approach to learning prepares students to communicate effectively and appropriately in any setting. |
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| Mobile Training Teams |
Since 2004, DLS has provided Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) to military bases across the country in support of the Defense Language Institute (DLI). The MTTs can deploy on short notice to provide tactical language training to the US Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force.
Instructors are native-speaking professional teachers, many of whom have previous MTT experience. DLS also provides Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure military forces are both linguistically and culturally prepared. From 2007- 2010, DLS has fulfilled almost 100 task orders for languages such as Arabic, Russian, Pashto, Dari, French, and Hebrew."
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| Cultural Training |
Culture and language are tightly woven components; however, DLS understands the distinction and the need for interdisciplinary learning. Competence in intercultural communication is a growing necessity in today’s increasingly global environment. Effective cross-cultural communication incorporates not only language skills, but also an understanding and awareness of culture. DLS provides both proficiency and operationally focused cultural training. These courses are taught by experienced cultural instruction professionals and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). DLS’ cultural training courses are tailored to the requirements, schedule and goals of the client. DLS can create unique programs for groups or individuals based on specific cultural competency requirements.
For more information, contact Doug Craig:
703-243-4855 ex. 120
dcraig@dlsdc.com
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