Language Center FAQs

Language Center FAQs
Room 205 (2^nd floor of the Rosenberg Library)
(415) 452-5555

Where is the Language Center located?

In R-205 on the second floor of the Rosenberg Library.

What are your hours?

The Language Center is open:

Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 6:45 PM;
Friday: 8:00 AM to 2:45 PM; and
Saturday: 10:00 AM to 1:45 PM.

The Language Center will be closed during intersessions and Summer 2010.
(CCSF will not be offering Summer Session classes in 2010.)

How do I contact the Language Center?

You can reach the Language Center at (415) 452-5555.

What language materials are available?

We offer American Sign Language, (Cantonese and Mandarin) Chinese, French, German, (Modern) Greek, Italian, Japanese, Pilipino, Russian, and Spanish resources.

What about English as a Second Language (ESL)?

Materials and support for ESL classes are located in the Media Center on the 4^th floor of the Rosenberg Library.

Do I need to be enrolled in a language class to use the Language Center?

No, but you must be currently enrolled at CCSF.

What identification do I need to use the Language Center?

You need to provide your CCSF ID card.

Can I eat or drink in the lab? What about chewing gum?

No. We request that you keep all food (including gum) and drinks (even water!) in your bag to protect our equipment.

Is cell phone use permitted?

Cell phones must be turned off or muted in the Language Center.

Can I have audio materials duplicated onto cassette tape for personal use?

It depends on the copyright. Please stop by or call us to find out if tapes are available for your specific course. If they are, you must provide the audio cassettes. There is a small duplication fee (payable by Vend Card) due at the time you place your order. Please allow three working days for tape duplication. Additional information is available on the Language Center Services page.

Can I use my own materials or equipment in the Language Center?

No. You are only allowed to use the audio files, CDs, DVDs, and other media that we provide in the Language Center.

Am I allowed to work with a partner or do group work in the Language Center?

No. Only individual work is allowed in the Language Center. If you need to work with a partner(s), there are group study rooms available in the LAC and the main Library.

Am I allowed to do work for other classes in the Language Center?

No. Because you are receiving class credit from your language instructor for the time you spend in the Language Center, you are required to work on material for your language class only.

Can I get a tutor for my language class in the Language Center?

Tutoring is available for most languages through the Learning Assistance Center (LAC) located in R-207, across the hall from the Language Center. Please click here to check the “What’s Happening Now!” page for LAC tutoring schedules. (Scroll down.)

Updated: 11/03/2009