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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
ESL 050GR Grammar for Beginners
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Fundamentals of grammar with a focus on English in everyday life. Includes verb tense and mood, sentence structure, and
parts of speech.
Prerequisite(s): Required score on ESL assessment test.
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in ESL 050 is highly recommended.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
ESL 060 English for Speakers of Other Languages I
6 cr. hrs. 6 periods (6 lec.)
Basic-level, integrated-skills course for non-native speakers of English with some, but limited, English ability. Includes
practice in listening, speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary building, grammar, reading, writing, and learning strategies.
Emphasizes the development of English proficiency and exposure to American culture through meaningful communication.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 050 with a C or better or required score on ESL assessment test.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. See an ESL instructor for details.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
ESL 060CN Conversation I
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Beginning-level conversational skills for situations and tasks relevant to daily life, social interactions, and personal
interests. Includes conversing about a range of topics with communicative appropriateness, basic vocabulary and language
functions, and exploration of college resources.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 050 with a C or better, or required score on ESL assessment test.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. See an ESL instructor for details.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
ESL 060CU Introduction to American Culture
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Basic-level integrated skills course on American culture for ESL students. Includes cultural adjustment, various topics on
American culture, and basic English language skills development.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 050 with a C or better, or required score on ESL assessment test.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. See an ESL instructor for details.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
ESL 060GR English Grammar I
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Fundamentals of grammar with a focus on English in everyday life. Includes verb tense and mood, sentence structure, and
parts of speech.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 050 with a C or better, or required score on ESL assessment test.
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in ESL 060 is highly recommended.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. See an ESL instructor for details.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
ESL 060JB English on the Job I
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Basic job-related English for non-native speakers of English with some, but limited English ability. Includes language skills
needed for entry-level job search, starting a new job, following safety rules, and understanding American culture in the
workplace.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 050 with a C or better or required score on ESL assessment test.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. See an ESL instructor for details.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
ESL 060PR Pronunciation I
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Pronunciation and spelling for non-native English at the introductory and basic levels. Includes an introduction to
pronunciation improvement, basic sound-symbol patterns and production of corresponding sounds, stress, rhythm, and
intonation, and fluency within communicative contexts.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 050 with a C or better, or required score on ESL assessment test.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. See an ESL instructor for details.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
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