Records of the American University in Cairo English Language Institute: A Preliminary Inventory of the Collection

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Descriptive Summary
Repository: University Archives, Rare Books and Special Collections Library, American University in Cairo, Phone: 2797-5060
Creator: American University in Cairo. English Language Institute.
Title: Records of the American University in Cairo English Language Institute
Quantity: 14 linear feet/4.3 linear meters (28 boxes)
Biographical/Historical Abstract: The English Language Institute was founded in 1956 to prepare non-native English speakers for study at the University. The institute conducts programs of graduate study, in-service training, research on language teaching and preparatory English language training. The ELI was one of the first programs in the region to use language labs, which proved a very successful method of learning. The ELI also administers the Teaching English as a Foreign Language MA program.
Scope and Content Abstract: Materials may include correspondence, reports, memoranda, and/or other forms of documentation pertaining to department operations and governance, course or instruction materials, personnel records, annual reports, and correspondence with other AUC departments or offices.
Call Number: **See Archives Staff**
Language: Collection materials are in English .

Restrictions

Access and Restrictions

Unprocessed collections are subject to review by University Archives staff before access is granted to identify restricted material.

Use of Materials

Items in the collection do not circulate and may be used only within the Rare Books Library. Users must comply with the Rare Books Library's rules on handling and care of materials.

Permission to publish or reproduce collection materials must be received from the University Archivist. Items may be subject to copyright. The user must also secure permission to publish from the copyright owner.

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Subject Headings

American University in Cairo. English Language Institute.
American University in Cairo--History.
Universities and Colleges--Egypt--Cairo.

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Administrative Information

Citation

The preferred citation for quoting material from this collection is: Records of the American University in Cairo English Language Institute, [Box/Folder #], [Folder Title], University Archives, Rare Books and Special Collections Library, The American University in Cairo.

Acquisition Information

The records were transferred to the University Archives by the English Language Institute.

Processing Information

The collection is not processed.

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