Advanced Placement courses are difficult, but GEC gives students more support than any other option available. Simply attaining the transcripts will get students into good Universities, and passing the AP tests give the added benefit that those credits will apply to their US Univeristy degree.
Grades 9 through 12
- Students: Concentrate on developing serious English skills necessary for higher education and career readiness.
- Parents: Hope for their children to gain strong academic credentials and prepare for standardized testing and global opportunities.
- Teachers: Emphasize advanced language skills, balancing rigorous academic demands with the need for independence and self-regulation among students.
GEC Adult Life Requires English Language Capabilities / Preparing For the World
Grade 9 and 12 students need these items for Studying English:
- These students can handle serious learning
- Cognitive development increases even more and more learning strategies have developed
- Can handle lots of 100% structured learning, and it is recommended
- Socialization strageties for engagement are important, but self regulation allows more self study
GEC A Parent's Job Gets Harder Over Time / Preparing Your Students
Parents of Grade 9 and 10 students have these concerns:
- If students have some respectable English skills, parents hope students can establish some western academic credentials.
- Parents want their children to be prepared for standardized English tests (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS).
- They hope their children can use English to access better academic or career opportunities.
- Parents may start considering overseas education options and want their children to be ready for that.
GEC GEC's Program Takes The Pain out of Teaching / Teacher Effectiveness
Teachers of Grade 9 through 12 students have unique concerns:
- Preparing students for standardized English tests (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS) and academic writing.
- Balancing the need for structured learning with opportunities for independent study and self-regulation.
- Helping students connect English skills to real-world applications, such as career or higher education goals.
- Meeting parents’ expectations for their children to achieve strong academic credentials and future opportunities.
GEC Improve Understanding / Listening Comprehension
GEC ensures students are equipped to understand complex spoken English in academic and real-world settings.
- Listening comprehension at this level focuses on understanding lectures, debates, and multimedia content with advanced vocabulary and concepts.
- It also trains students to take effective notes and infer meaning from context, preparing them for higher education and professional environments.
GEC Dominate Your Tests / Test Preparation
GEC provides comprehensive support for standardized test success.
- Test preparation focuses on building skills for exams like TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, and ACT, including listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
- It also includes practice with test-taking strategies, time management, and understanding question formats to boost confidence and performance.
GEC Advanced Placement & Duel HS Diplomas / AP and DDP Courses
GEC offers advanced courses to prepare students for college-level academics and dual diploma programs.
- AP courses focus on subject-specific content, critical thinking, and exam preparation to earn college credits.
- DDP courses emphasize global perspectives, advanced writing, and research skills, preparing students for international academic opportunities.
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AP Transcripts & Credits
High School Courses are Easier Than AP
Dual Diploma Courses are easier and a bit less expensive that Advanced Placement, but normally, more credits are required. The US requires that 25% of the credits must be taken from a registered US school, and GEC has these programs for our partners and students.