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Author: Steven Rashba

Steven Rashba, ARM, is the Director of Modern Languages and the English Language Institute and currently teaches Advanced ELI 140 (Research Writing for ESL Students). The English Language Institute welcomes international students with Intermediate and Advanced English language proficiency. Rashba has been affiliated with UB for 23 years and is one of the world’s approximately 3.95 billion bilingual (or more) speakers. A dedicated runner and cyclist, Rashba and his students are active members of Greater Bridgeport Toastmasters and Toastmasters International.
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Teaching American English Language Idioms: “What’s Up?”

January 13, 2023January 13, 2023 Steven Rashba

American English is filled with many idiomatic expressions. Learn about the ESL program at UB, which teaches students about American idioms and more. Continue reading Teaching American English Language Idioms: “What’s Up?”

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Six Reasons to Act-Up: Skits and Language Learning

December 1, 2022 Steven Rashba

One way to learn language and develop confidence is by taking on a new persona through acting. Learn more about the benefits of acting for learning. Continue reading Six Reasons to Act-Up: Skits and Language Learning

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Building Research Skills for ESL Students

Building Research Skills for ESL Students

March 24, 2022 Steven Rashba

Learn how the English Language Institute at UB is helping to build ESL students’ research skills, an essential ability for college students and beyond. Continue reading Building Research Skills for ESL Students

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Second Language Learning vs. Foreign Language Learning

March 15, 2022March 15, 2022 Steven Rashba

Learn about the important differences between second language learning (ESL) and foreign language learning (EFL) in a college setting. Continue reading Second Language Learning vs. Foreign Language Learning

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Helping ESL Students Synthesize Research and Speaking Skills

February 3, 2022 Steven Rashba

Learn how University of Bridgeport is helping ESL students develop research and speaking skills at the English Language Institute (ELI) on campus. Continue reading Helping ESL Students Synthesize Research and Speaking Skills

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The ELI Social Support Network: A Key to Academic Success

January 10, 2022January 24, 2022 Steven Rashba

From developing academic skills to immersing students in other cultures, learn what UB’s English Language Institute has to offer ESL students. Continue reading The ELI Social Support Network: A Key to Academic Success

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The UB/Toastmasters Relationship: Building Skills, Friendships, and Connections

December 7, 2021January 24, 2022 Steven Rashba

Learn how UB collaborates with the Toastmasters organization to help students develop their speaking, presentation, and communication skills. Continue reading The UB/Toastmasters Relationship: Building Skills, Friendships, and Connections

 

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