English Communication for Visiting Scientists (language, US culture, US workspace culture)

Would you like to become more comfortable speaking English? The OITE offers a two-day basic spoken English class for trainees who have been in the United States less than one year. This class will be delivered every spring and fall.

During the course we:

• Discuss strategies for successful communication, especially in the scientific workplace
• Explore US culture, common greetings, etiquette, and diversity
• Practice English conversation in a variety of scientific settings and roles
• Explore resources to help trainees continue to improve their English during their time at NIH

The class takes place on 8/27 and 8/28 from 10 am to 4:30 pm each day. Participants need to be able to commit to both days of class.

If you have any questions about this course, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Laura Marler.

This class is currently being offered in Bethesda. We are continuing to expand our efforts to bring programming to other campuses. Participants from Baltimore, Frederick, and other NIH sites in the Bethesda area are encouraged to attend in Bethesda. If you are located on a remote campus, please contact Laura Marler for information about how to attend.

American Sign Language interpreting services, CART services, and other reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Individuals who need interpreting services and/or other reasonable accommodations to participate in this event should contact OITE at oite@nih.gov or the NIH Interpreting Office directly at nih@ainterpreting.com. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance, when possible, in order to ensure interpreter availability.