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EnglishConnect is an English-language learning program provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The purpose of EnglishConnect is to help learners develop English skills in an environment of fellowship and faith.

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Unique Benefits

Developing English proficiency can expand opportunities for employment, education, service, and friendship. However, many people around the world face obstacles to learning English including cost, distance, time, self-doubt, and access. EnglishConnect provides a unique opportunity for learners worldwide to:

  • Participate in English conversation groups designed to foster fellowship and faith.
  • Access personal study resources at minimal to no-cost.
  • Combine spiritual and academic learning to empower self-reliance.

Learning a language requires commitment, time, diligence, support, and intentional practice. EnglishConnect courses are designed to help learners take responsibility for their own learning and work together to achieve their goals.

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Course Objectives


EnglishConnect courses help learners:
  • Increase faith
  • Become more capable learners
  • Develop English proficiency

EnglishConnect 1 and 2 courses help learners develop basic English conversation skills. EnglishConnect 3 prepares learners for academic opportunities — especially BYU-Pathway Worldwide..

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EnglishConnect 1 & 2

EnglishConnect 1 and 2 courses are taught by members and missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and administered under the direction of local Church leaders. Conversation classes are held weekly, usually at a local meetinghouse. Course materials are available online or in print format.

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    Weekly Conversation Class
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    Teacher-led: Local members or missionary companionship
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    30 min: Discussion of a gospel principle

    60 min: English conversation practice
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    Personal study resources found in print and online
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    Daily practice
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    Goal setting and performance tracking
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EnglishConnect 3

EnglishConnect 3 is provided through BYU-Pathway Worldwide with support from local members and leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. EnglishConnect 3 is a self-paced online course with a student-led weekly gathering held online or in a local meetinghouse.

Registering for EnglishConnect 3 gives learners 14 weeks of access to online learning resources with individualized feedback on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Online learning resources are competency-based, meaning learners advance in the course as they gain specific English skills. Learners can repeat EnglishConnect 3 as many times as is necessary to accomplish their goals.

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    Low Cost: Cost Varies by Country

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    Self-paced online course that is competency based
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    90 min: Student-led weekly gathering
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