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NRCSA Center: Complete Immersion Homestudy - Zagreb, Croatia  


 

About the NRCSA Center

NRCSA provides foreign language and culture training to students from all over the globe. Interactive tutor and semi-tutor classes provide a balance of conversation, comprehension, grammar and reading and writing instruction. Cultural themes are integrated into conversation exercises, assigned readings and recommended independent activities.

 

Zagreb - Croatia

 
 

Zagreb is the capital and the largest city of Croatia. Zagreb is the cultural, scientific, economic and governmental center of Croatia, and a global city. Approximately 1 million people. It is situated between the southern slopes of the Medvednica mountain and both northern and southern bank of the Sava river at an elevation of approximately 122 m (400 ft) above sea level.


 

Program

Complete Immersion Homestudy student programs are monitored through resident regional organizers. These regional organizers gauge the progress of each student and are on call to solve any personal problems that any students might have. If for any reason the student wishes to change the teaching family no reasons need be given.

It is sufficient to say 'I do not feel comfortable' or ' I do not feel happy'. In this way, the family will be swiftly changed with no embarrassment on either side, as all teachers know that sometimes there can be a clash of personalities through no fault of either student or teacher.

The program is designed to combine grammar with conversation, reading and writing practice. The teaching methodology is fun, self-paced and ideally requires four to six weeks for students to develop basic communication skills.

Students are assessed and receive instruction at their appropriate level. Depending on the student's ability they will spend class time in any of the following activities:

• Grammar
• Pronunciation and discussion
• Reading and writing skills
• Listening and comprehension
• Cultural awareness

Students often combine classes in the study city with independent weekend field trips to small towns where the target language is primarily spoken. The local school staff is happy to provide students with information to facilitate these visits.


 

Lodging

Lodging is included with host families. Each student has a private bedroom with breakfast and dinner daily.

When looking for housing, our priority is
a) homes with native speakers of the language being studied;
b) homes of native Spanish speakers with someone in the home knowledgeable about cultural practices of those whose language is being studied; and
c) homes of native Spanish speakers. Usually the first priority is not available in the study city.

Periodically students want (and we can coordinate) lodging in small villages where the target language is primarily spoken. When this can be accomplished, lodging conditions may be very basic and a single bedroom may not be possible (see lodging note above).

 

Arrival Information

Arrival transfer from the international airport is included in the cost. Lodging information is sent 7-14 days prior to departure. Information of where to go and how to get there will be sent to students prior to departure.

 

Dates & Fees:

NRCSA | cost
Croatian Immersion Program   Register  
 
  2010 Dates: Start any Monday 2010
  2010 Fees: 2 weeks: $ 1,640
  3 weeks: $ 2,399
  4 weeks: $ 3,200

 
 
Highlights
20 hrs/wk. In the Tutor Program, the student is placed with an individual tutor or share tutor for 4 hours per day.
 



 

Additional Information


General


• No maximum age. Minimum age is 18 (often waived if accompanied by an adult).
• Medical: school refers students if needed (medical costs additional).

Classes

• Foreign language classes taught entirely in the foreign language (immersion method).
• All levels are welcome (beginner to advanced)
• Tutor is one-on-one (private teacher). Shared tutor is teacher with 2-3 students
• Texts and materials are over $15 per level.
• Class-hour is 45-50 minutes (Most universities use a 50 minute hour).

Lodging & Meals

• Accommodation address sent 7-14 days prior to start of session.
• Lodging ends day after last day of class. Begins the day prior to start of class.
• Lodging/Meal Norms: Middle class by local definition in local study city
• In homestays, meal times and content will vary. See above for what is included.

Cultural Program & Activities

• Cultural and enrichment activities at additional cost.

Insurance

--- for study dates prepaid through NRCSA
• 24 Hour Emergency Multilingual Hotline (call collect from anywhere in the world)
• $25,000 Emergency Medical Evacuation
• $10,000 Accident or Sickness ($100 deductible per claim)
• $5,000 Emergency Reunion
• See policy for definitions and exclusions
• Increased insurance coverage available on request and at additional cost.
Please inquire with NRCSA at least 3 weeks prior to departure.

 
To Register
Complete and return the on-line registration form with your deposit of $140 together with a note regarding your familiarity with the language you wish to study and your study objectives. In ‘Program’ enter the language you wish to study. Allow 7 to 10 days to determine if placement is possible. Final payment is due 50 days prior to start of class.

If you have questions or concerns, please call NRCSA at 414 278-0631 or e-mail info@nrcsa.com
 

 



 
 

National Registration Center for Study Abroad
P.O. Box 1393    Milwaukee, WI   53201   USA
Tel: (414) 278-0631    Fax: (414) 271-8884    E-Mail: study@nrcsa.com