Begin the online class, U.S. Academics and Culture, with a 1-day workshop, taught by Professor Madden-Dent, PhD. You will gain academic skills to increase successes at U.S. schools.  This workshop will include traditional U.S. classroom and study skill activities that increase writing, speaking, listening, and professional communication for U.S. classrooms, professional settings, and social environments. Learn stronger communication and leadership skills to apply in school and work.  Plus, this workshop helps you finish class faster by starting the online portion in a fun, group setting at Sierra Nevada College in beautiful Incline Village, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, USA.