DLI
How many sections does the Academic Branch of DLI have, and what are they?
Three: General English, Specialized English, and Advanced English
How is each Level I through V ALC book organized?
Scope & Sequence; Notes to the Student; Contents; Lessons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Appendices, Homework pages, and Evaluation Exercises.
In which section of DLI do most students begin their studies?
General English
How many lessons are in each regular (Levels I - VI) ALC book?
4 lessons plus 1 review lesson (Lesson 5).
What are the 5 usual paths DLI students take after completing their time in GE:
Transfer to SE, go to FOT, return home to their country, transfer to AE, or go on to Basic Training or BCEP (USAE)
How are regular ALC book lessons (Levels I-V, Books 0 to 30) organized?
Lesson title & table of contents, What's New...? (Vocabulary List, Grammar Preview, Target Function), and lesson content (Vocabulary, Grammar, and Skills).
What are the 4 types of tests (all using a computer) students may be asked to take once or more: before arriving at DLI, shortly after arrival at DLI, or in order to progress through DLI and qualify for graduation and/or Follow-On Training (FOT)?
ECL, Placement Test, Book Quizzes, and the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI).
How many levels are in the ALC, and how many books are in each level?
6 levels; 6 books in each level except level VI (4 books only, 31-34)
What three branches of the US Armed Forces are part of the DLIELC command and staff sections?
The US Air Force (DLIELC leadership and most staff sections), US Army (Echo Company leadership and staff), and US Navy (MTM section of Operations)
How much time does it take a DLI student to complete an ALC book?
1-2 weeks.