Discover Nova College: Where Language Learning Feels Easy but Effective
At Nova College, we empower individuals to master the English language and unlock new opportunities in a supportive, personalized learning environment.
Empowering Your Language Journey is Our Mission
At NOVA, our mission is to revolutionize the way language education is perceived and experienced. We are dedicated to helping learners overcome the intrinsic barriers and anxieties often associated with mastering English, guiding them through an immersive and enjoyable journey toward linguistic proficiency. Established with a vision to make language acquisition both accessible and engaging, NOVA serves a global audience, offering tailored instruction that meets the diverse needs of learners pursuing English for academic, professional, or personal purposes.
Personalized Education
Our approach is centered on personalized education. We understand that each student has unique goals and challenges, so we offer tailored programs designed to meet diverse needs. With small class sizes and experienced instructors, we create a supportive and interactive learning environment where every voice is heard. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom, ensuring that our students receive the best resources, guidance, and encouragement as they progress.
Core Values
- Learner-Centered Pedagogy: Our educational framework is designed around the principles of learner autonomy and personalized instruction. We prioritize the unique cognitive and affective needs of each student, facilitating a learning environment that promotes active engagement, critical thinking, and sustained language development.
- Pedagogical Innovation: Leveraging over 18 years of expertise in the ESL domain, our curriculum is constructed on the foundation of recursive learning methodologies. This approach not only reinforces linguistic structures but also addresses the issue of fossilization, enabling learners to refine and expand their language competencies continuously.
- Affective Filter Reduction: We are committed to reducing the affective barriers that impede language acquisition. By fostering a low-anxiety, highly interactive learning environment, NOVA empowers students to explore language dynamically, minimizing the fear of error and maximizing communicative competence.
- Global Reach and Inclusivity: NOVA is dedicated to providing equitable access to high-quality language education for learners worldwide. Our online platform is designed to accommodate a diverse range of learners, ensuring that geographical boundaries do not hinder the pursuit of English language mastery.
Teaching Philosophy
NOVA's teaching philosophy is rooted in a communicative and integrative approach, emphasizing the seamless interweaving of macro-skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with critical micro-skills (grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation). We advocate for an experiential learning model that promotes authentic language use and recursive exposure to linguistic input. This approach facilitates the internalization of language patterns and the development of automaticity, essential for achieving long-term fluency and accuracy.
Vision for Future
As we look to the future, NOVA aspires to expand its influence as a leading institution in language education. Our vision encompasses the continuous enhancement of our pedagogical practices and the strategic extension of our reach to a broader global audience.
We are committed to evolving our curriculum and instructional design, ensuring that our methodologies remain at the forefront of educational innovation. Ultimately, our goal is to provide a transformative language learning experience that equips learners with the skills and confidence to excel in any English-speaking context.
We are committed to evolving our curriculum and instructional design, ensuring that our methodologies remain at the forefront of educational innovation. Ultimately, our goal is to provide a transformative language learning experience that equips learners with the skills and confidence to excel in any English-speaking context.
Education Director
Tina Ansari
Tina Ansari, the Education Director of NOVA, brings a wealth of expertise and an unparalleled commitment to advancing language education. With a Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and a second master’s degree in Teaching Languages in Global Contexts from Simon Fraser University (SFU) in Vancouver, Canada, from which she graduated in 2023, coupled with a TESOL Canada certification, Tina has established herself as a leading figure in the field of English language teaching.
Throughout her career, Tina has demonstrated an exceptional ability to design, implement, and oversee pedagogical frameworks that prioritize learner-centered instruction and communicative language teaching. Her tenure as the Educational Supervisor has been marked by her strategic leadership in curriculum development, teacher training, and the integration of innovative assessment methodologies. At NOVA, she has spearheaded the creation of robust language programs that reflect the latest in second language acquisition research, ensuring that learners are equipped with the skills needed for both academic and real-world success.
Tina's professional journey is characterized by a deep understanding of the complexities of language acquisition, particularly in multilingual and multicultural contexts. She is dedicated to fostering an educational environment that is both inclusive and dynamic, where every learner's potential is realized through meticulously crafted instructional strategies and evidence-based teaching practices.
As the co-founder and Education Director of NOVA, Tina continues to push the boundaries of language education, leveraging her extensive experience to cultivate a global community of learners and educators who are passionate about the transformative power of language. Her leadership is guided by a commitment to excellence, continuous professional development, and the belief that effective language education is a cornerstone of global communication and understanding.
Throughout her career, Tina has demonstrated an exceptional ability to design, implement, and oversee pedagogical frameworks that prioritize learner-centered instruction and communicative language teaching. Her tenure as the Educational Supervisor has been marked by her strategic leadership in curriculum development, teacher training, and the integration of innovative assessment methodologies. At NOVA, she has spearheaded the creation of robust language programs that reflect the latest in second language acquisition research, ensuring that learners are equipped with the skills needed for both academic and real-world success.
Tina's professional journey is characterized by a deep understanding of the complexities of language acquisition, particularly in multilingual and multicultural contexts. She is dedicated to fostering an educational environment that is both inclusive and dynamic, where every learner's potential is realized through meticulously crafted instructional strategies and evidence-based teaching practices.
As the co-founder and Education Director of NOVA, Tina continues to push the boundaries of language education, leveraging her extensive experience to cultivate a global community of learners and educators who are passionate about the transformative power of language. Her leadership is guided by a commitment to excellence, continuous professional development, and the belief that effective language education is a cornerstone of global communication and understanding.
Building a Welcoming Community Through Language
At Nova College, community is at the heart of what we do. We foster a welcoming atmosphere where students, teachers, and staff work together to create a vibrant learning experience. By embracing inclusivity and diversity, we celebrate the richness of our shared experiences and the power of language to unite us all. Join us at Nova College, and let’s achieve your language goals together, building a brighter future through education and connection.
