More than 20 countries are represented in the ECLA community. English is taken for granted as the shared working language, but it is a multilingual community that takes linguistic diversity for granted and supports language learning. Most ECLA students take language classes for extra credit.  Instruction is currently offered in German, French and Spanish.

All ECLA language courses address the development of skills in reading and listening comprehension, conversation and writing within the context of the European Framework of Languages from level A1 through C2.

Elementary German, French, Spanish I
Emphasis on familiar vocabulary building, listening comprehension and speaking with gradual introduction to grammar and writing skills.
D. DEICHFUß, E. GERELYES, D. PERUCHA

Elementary German, French, Spanish II
Continued emphasis on listening comprehension and routine communication. Students read and write short, simple texts.
D. DEICHFUß, E. GERELYES, D. PERUCHA

Intermediate German, French, Spanish I
Emphasis on communication skills including comprehension of standard speech and descriptive reading passages, topical conversation and simple, descriptive composition.
D. DEICHFUß, E. GERELYES, D. PERUCHA

Intermediate German, French, Spanish II
Continued emphasis on communication skills including comprehension of extended speech and lectures, reading of newspapers and general periodicals, spontaneous conversational interaction with native speakers and writing clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects.
D. DEICHFUß, E. GERELYES, D. PERUCHA

Advanced German Language, French, Spanish I
Development of listening and reading comprehension levels to include extended speech and some literary texts. Emphasis on conversational and writing skills to express ideas and opinions and present detailed descriptions expressing points of view.
D. DEICHFUß, E. GERELYES, D. PERUCHA

Advanced German Language, French, Spanish II
Development of comprehension skills to allow for understanding of all forms of spoken language and written texts. Emphasis on communication skills for the fluent expression of ideas and argument both orally and in written form.
D. DEICHFUß, E. GERELYES, D. PERUCHA

ECLA typically offers students three levels of language instruction, beginning, intermediate and advanced. Placement tests determine each student’s enrolment level.