LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego, USA
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General Information on San Diego
Located in the southern part of California, just an hour´s drive from the Mexican border, sun, surf and exquisite scenery are the qualities that most visitors equate with San Diego. Pristine beaches and trendy upper-class shopping districts are two of the unique characteristics of this city. The city is also known for the San Diego Zoo and Sea World.
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General Information on LSI - Language Studies International
The language school LSI - Language Studies International was founded in San Diego, USA in 1989. LSI San Diego is a modern, fully equipped school located in the financial district of downtown San Diego. It is a short walk to main transportation routes and is close to restaurants, shopping areas, and places of cultural interest.
Click here for a detailed San Diego city guideFacilities
The school is found on the third floor of the LSI building. There are nine bright, spacious classrooms in the school. Our facilities include a computer room, video equipment, and a resource room available to students for self-study. Our school is fully wheelchair accessible, and smoking is not allowed in the building.
Accreditation & Organisation memberships of LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego
ACCET (National Accrediting Body), BBPVE (California Registration), NAFSA, TESOL, CATESOL, and PIER
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is San Diego International Airport. It takes 10 minutes by taxi or bus to school.
2.1. Language School LSI - Language Studies International in Figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 150 Adult courses throughout the year: 80 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 7 throughout the year: 5 | |
| English teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 50 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 20 years throughout the year: 26 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 5 % China 1 % France 5 % Holland 1 % | Italy 16 % Japan 11 % Korea 25 % Switzerland 15 % Spain 12 % |
All prices in US $ (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
| 1 Standard 20 / Lessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | 355 | 600 | 825 | 1050 | 1275 | 1500 | 1950 | 2400 | 2850 | 200 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 02.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 2 Intensive 30 / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | 445 | 740 | 1020 | 1300 | 1580 | 1860 | 2420 | 2980 | 3540 | 245 |
| Comment | General English in the morning and focus on specific areas of English (TOEFL, Business English, Pronunciation, Fluency, etc.) in the afternoon. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 02.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 3 Plus 5 / Lessons per week: 5 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | 320 | 640 | 960 | 1280 | 1600 | 1920 | 2560 | 3200 | 3840 | 320 |
| Comment | This course consists of one private 45 minute lesson a day that can be added onto your Standard 20 or Intensive 30 programme. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 02.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 4 Plus 10 / Lessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | 640 | 1280 | 1920 | 2560 | 3200 | 3840 | 5120 | 6400 | 7680 | 640 |
| Comment | This course consists of two private 45 minute lessons a day that can be added onto your Standard 20 or Intensive 30 programme. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 02.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 5 International School Year 20 / Lessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 195 |
| Comment | Duration 24 weeks USD 4680, 30 weeks USD 5850, 36 weeks USD 6660, and 48 weeks USD 8880. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every first monday of month | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 6 International School Year 30 / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 235 |
| Comment | Duration 24 weeks USD 5640, 30 weeks USD 7050, 36 weeks USD 8100, and 48 weeks USD 10800. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every first monday of month | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 7 9 Day Compact Course / Lessons per week: 82 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | 5425 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Comment | Course starts every Saturday. 82 private lessons (USD 5425) or 92 private lessons (USD 5885) during 9 consecutive days. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 8 TOEFL iBT Preparation / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | 1300 | -- | -- | 2420 | -- | 3540 | -- |
| Comment | 4 lessons of General English in the morning + 2 lessons of TOEFL iBT Exam Preparation in the afternoon. Duration 4, 8 or 12 weeks. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every first monday of month | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| 9 Exam Preparation TOEIC / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | 1300 | -- | -- | 2420 | -- | 3540 | -- |
| Comment | 4 lessons of General English in the morning + 2 lessons of TOEIC Exam Preparation in the afternoon. Duration 4, 8 or 12 weeks. | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every first monday of month | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 10 Exam Preparation Cambridge First (FCE) / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2980 | 3540 | -- |
| Comment | Start dates 07.01 is for a 9 week course (USD 2700). Start dates 24.03 and 22.09 are for a 12 week course (USD 3540). Exam fee not included (USD 330). | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday 07.Jan, 24.Mar, 22.Sep | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 11 Exam Preparation Cambridge Advanced (CAE) / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3540 | -- |
| Comment | Start date 07.01 is for a 9 week course (USD 2700). Start dates 24.03 and 22.09 are for a 12 week course (USD 3540). Exam fee not included (USD 330). | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 07.Jan, 24.Mar, 22.Sep | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| 12 Exam Preparation Cambridge Proficiency (CPE) / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3540 | -- |
| Comment | Exam fee not included (USD 330). | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 24.Mar, 22.Sep | |||||||||
| Standard Course times | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Advanced (C1) | |||||||||
| 13 Exam Preparation Cambridge Business Vantage (BEC) / Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2980 | -- | -- |
| Comment | Exam fee not included (USD 330). | |||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 07.Jan, 31.Mar | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| Note: All courses offered by LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Inscription fee: | 100.00 US $ |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 64.00 US $. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Prices include: | Language level placement at first day of course, Free certificate of course attendance, Wireless LAN zone at school, Internet access, course material, tuition |
| Course material: | Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course. |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL , Cambridge First , Cambridge Advanced , Cambridge Proficiency , TOEIC |
| Average examination results: | 70% at TOEFL 80% at Cambridge First 80% at Cambridge Advanced 100% at Cambridge Proficiency at TOEIC |
| School closed: | National holidays in USA: 01.Jan, 21.Jan, 18.Feb, 26.May, 04.Jul, 01.Sep, 13.Oct, 11.Nov, 27.Nov, 25.Dec And also on the following dates 21.Mar, 28.Nov, 22.Dec, 23.Dec, 24.Dec, 26.Dec, 29.Dec, 30.Dec, 31.Dec |
| General opening hours for class lectures:: | Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (can not be guaranteed by school): | Czech, Japanese, Turkish, Russian, Portuguese, German, Italian, French, Spanish, English |
| Languages taught at the school: | English |
All prices in US $ (convert currency)
| 1 Hostel (dormitory) From 133 US $ week | ||||
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| Click here for reserving yourself a Hostel in San Diego | ||||
| 2 500 West Hotel // Double room | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 15 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 185 | 740 | ||
| Comment | An urban, European-style hotel with 260 contemporary guest rooms, fitness center, café and lounge with the ideal downtown location. Located adjacent to San Diego Bay, just a short walk to the dynamics of Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village and the Convention Center.. Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 3 West Park Inn Hotel // Double room | ||||
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| Distance from school: 3 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 200 | 800 | ||
| Comment | The West Park Inn is located in Bankers Hill near beautiful Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. It's within walking distance to downtown and Little Italy. Each of the comfortable air-conditioned rooms features a mini refrigerator and microwave.. Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 4 Homestay // Double room, breakfast | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 150 | 585 | ||
| Comment | Homestays may or may not offer private bathrooms.. Includes: Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 5 Homestay // Double room, half board | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 190 | 745 | ||
| Comment | Homestays may or may not offer private bathrooms.. Includes: Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 6 500 West Hotel // Single room | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 15 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 250 | 1000 | ||
| Comment | An urban, European-style hotel with 260 contemporary guest rooms, fitness center, cafe and lounge with the ideal downtown location. Located adjacent to San Diego Bay, just a short walk to the dynamics of Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village and the Convention Center.. Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 7 Comfort Inn Gaslamp Hotel // Single room, breakfast | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 15 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 320 | 1280 | ||
| Comment | The Comfort Inn Gaslamp is downtown San Diegos best value. Located in San Diegos newest and most exciting entertainment district, each of the comfortable, air-conditioned rooms feature wet bars (with sink), microwaves, refrigerators and coffee makers.. Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 8 Sommerset Suites Hotel // Single room, breakfast | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 10 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 875 | 3500 | ||
| Comment | The Sommerset Suites is located in the vibrant and lively neighborhood of Hillcrest, which is found in the uptown area of the city. It is situated just minutes from the city center and the harbour. There are a variety of great restaurants, shops and entertainment within walking distance. Sommerset Suites offers the warmth and personalized service of a small inn with the amenities and consistency of a large luxury hotel. . Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 9 Homestay // Single room, breakfast | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 175 | 700 | ||
| Comment | Homestays may or may not offer private bathrooms.. Includes: Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 10 Homestay // Single room, half board | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 225 | 900 | ||
| Comment | Homestays may or may not offer private bathrooms.. Includes: Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 11 West Park Inn Hotel // Single room | ||||
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| Distance from school: 3 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 320 | 1280 | ||
| Comment | The West Park Inn is located in Bankers Hill near beautiful Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. It's within walking distance to downtown and Little Italy. Each of the comfortable air-conditioned rooms features a mini refrigerator and microwave.. Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 85 US $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | |||
| 12 Hotel Occidental // Single room, breakfast | ||||
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| Distance from school: 2 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 290 | 1160 | ||
| Comment | Affordable European style accommodations within walking distance to Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter and hundreds of restaurants and shops. They offer free cable TV and DVD player, same day valet dry cleaning, grocery shopping service and a garden patio.. Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| 13 Vantaggio Suites Hotel // Single room | ||||
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| Distance from school: 10 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | ||
| Price US $ | 300 | 1200 | ||
| Comment | Vantaggio is located in the heart of Little Italy, where the streets are lined with sidewalk cafes and many charming restaurants. It is within walking distance to Seaport Village, the Gaslamp Quarter and Balboa Park. Vantaggio offers community kitchens, a televisions lounge, computer lab with free internet access and a fitness gym. Optional weekly room cleaning for USD 75 per month.. Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | |||
| * if stated here, the language school will charge an additional one time fee for booking the accommodation | |
| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
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| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | yes, for 65 US $ (one way) |
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| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Windsurfing | | 0 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | Surfing, beach parties, dinners, movies, scuba diving, sports and sailing. | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by LSI - Language Studies International: | San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Sea World, hiking, Tijuana, baseball. | |||
| No. of evaluations: | 10 |
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LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego, USA
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