7 courses with the subject ESL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ESL 011ESL College Reading I
For students whose native language is not English, ESL011 is first of two courses which develop basic English reading skills necessary for content area study required in college. Concentrates on improving reading comprehension by focusing on main idea, vocabulary development, summary skills and critical thinking skills. In addition to class discussion on reading process, students also participate in independent book reading and small group activities. ESL011 and ESL012 each require a minimum of one hour per week on selected assignments in the Reading Center. Graded on an S/W/U/R basis. No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
For students whose native language is not English. ESL012 further develops college-level reading and study skills and examines new concepts and their applications such as English textual patterns. Introduces selections from various academic areas. ESL011 and ESL012 each require a minimum of one hour per week on selected assignments in the Reading Center. Graded on an S/W/U/R basis. Prerequisite: ESL011. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
For students who are not native speakers of English, ESL013 introduces and/or reinforces basic and complex language structures by practicing grammar and syntax through exercises designed to increase language fluency and understanding. Students learn to recognize and effectively use the structures presented through intensive study and practice. ESL013 and ESL014 each require a minimum of one hour per week in the Language Lab/Academic Skills Center. Graded on an S/W/U/R basis. No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
For students who are not native speakers of English. ESL014 builds on skills developed in ESL013 and also teaches and analyzes different types of phrases and sentences to determine their correctness and appropriateness. ESL013 and ESL014 each require a minimum of one hour per week in the Language Lab/Academic Skills Center. Graded on an S/W/U/R basis. Prerequisite: ESL013. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Enhances second language academic writing skills to produce clearer and varied sentences and paragraphs for students whose native language is not English. ESL017 introduces essay writing and emphasizes spelling improvement, correct and appropriate use of vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and grammar in context that are often problematic for non-native speakers. ESL017 and ESL018 each require a minimum of one hour a week on selected assignments in the Language Lab/Academic Skills Center. Graded on an S/W/U/R basis. No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Enhances second language academic writing skills to produce clearer and varied sentences and paragraphs for students whose native language is not English. ESL018 builds on skills developed in ESL017 and introduces various types of academic essay writing. ESL017 and ESL018 each require a minimum of one hour a week on selected assignments in the Language Lab/Academic Skills Center. Graded on an S/W/U/R basis. Prerequisite: ESL017. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
