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Standard American English strives to provide the best, most comprehensive and personalized range of products, services and applications to empower a global community of students at all ages and skill levels.
We serve our family by way of teaching students the American English language in all its forms. Whether a student is preparing to study at a university abroad, for leisurely conversing with others from around the world or learning the skills necessary to become more valued in the global workforce, Standard American English always has your back.
Eddie Whelan founded Standard American English on September 12th, 2022.
While it is true that language learners around the world have more tools for acquiring multilingual skills than ever before, not all these tools are effective for all students. Differences in localization for online applications and classes can be a serious concern, as many are based on British and Australian English. These dialects of English come with differences in pronunciation, spelling, grammar and even common usage, which can create confusion on a global stage.
Every major company in the world lists on the New York Stock Exchange. The best-ranked universities and companies also have headquarters in the United States. Therefore, we teach in a way that is practical, simplified, comprehensive and fun, but more importantly, equips learners specifically with American English to better navigate the English-speaking parts of the world.
You can expect an inspiring, humorous, supportive and motivated, yet disciplined, classroom environment at Standard American English. We incorporate innovative and interactive teaching techniques, including role-play, games and life-lessons combined with a hybrid of American and local culture for learners of all levels. The approach is designed to make everyone feel right at home as they aquire valuable and useful language skills. It is in founder and Principal Eddie Whelan’s experience that the best classrooms are the ones in which the teacher simply serves as a guide, while students teach themselves.
The amount of time you dedicate and invest in your studies and learning will determine the amount of time it will take you to reach your desired level of American English proficiency. Our teachers and staff are always available to help you, but you must be committed to understanding and learning the American English language.
Currently, all classes are being held online with plans to expand into physical locations in East Asia and the United States underway.
Pricing will vary depending on which classes or programs you are interested in. We are willing to work with you and show you our learning centers and methods are absolutely worth it!
The best way to get in touch with us is via email, to ensure your message is delivered via standard encryption. Otherwise, our phone is available, or you can message us through any one of our social media accounts linked at the bottom of our page!
Standard American English is headquartered at 7310 Cedar Lake Road, Minneapolis, Minnesota USA 55426.
There are many reasons to choose American English versus British or Australian English. American English is by far the most preferred language of business worldwide, with banks globally holding most of their foreign exchange reserves in US dollars, the currency most preferred throughout the world. Most people who learn a second language learn English, and American English has incorporated and infused languages from all corners of the globe to fit into its everyday vocabulary. British English, along with Commonwealth countries Canada and Australia, tend to only be used in their specific regions, whereas American English is used and understood worldwide.
Beyond its practicality, American English is also the easiest form of English to master. There is a reason everyone from actors and entertainers, interpreters, linguists, businesspeople, writers and academics prefer to study American English – it’s because the rules are more flexible than those of other English dialects. Over time, you will naturally see for yourself that your American English learning has paid dividends by being able to use your newly acquired skills in ways you never thought imaginable.
Yes, studying American English is right for you! Being bilingual in today’s world is more important than ever. Being bilingual can mean being fluent in your own native language and a computer coding language, for example, but nearly all computer manuals are translated from the American English language. Another example of being bilingual is in your native language and math, as mathematics is said to be the one true universal language. Still, math comes down to logic and reasoning. It would be a waste of your time to travel abroad, exchange currency, trade goods, locate the best sales and understand how to best manage your finances without being able to negotiate effectively.
It is wise to understand American English at a logical level because it is most reasonable to understand the real benefit it can afford you. Therefore, your passion and dreams can be more easily fulfilled by being fluent in two languages. This is especially true of American English, as the likelihood of being able to realize your goals, dreams and aspirations becomes exponentially higher and doors open in your life which would not have opened previously. It can be said being fluent in American English is the sign of a well-educated person.
No! Standard American English was fully launched and self-funded by Eddie Whelan himself, with no outside investors. There is no need to worry about any underlying third-party interests attempting to persuade, coerce, manipulate, deceive or pressure Standard American English into making the most sales possible in order to meet any shareholders’ standard of profit.
Standard American English is all about our family and community, first and foremost.
GET IN TOUCH WITH US
Are you ready to begin the journey of learning a highly marketable and valuable second language? Email is the best way to get in touch with us to ensure your message is delivered via standard encryption. We are also available by phone and through all our social media accounts.
Are you ready to begin the journey of learning a highly marketable and valuable second language? Email is the best way to get in touch with us to ensure your message is delivered via standard encryption. We are also available by phone and through all our social media accounts.