Courses

Development of speaking, listening, reading, writing, and basic computer skills through the use of language learning software and online ESL resources. Designed to meet the needs of ESL students at various levels.

Basic pronunciation skills through understanding of English sounds. Stress, intonation, and rhythm are introduced.

High beginning reading skills development. Comprehension of adapted written materials on familiar topics. Beginning vocabulary and word analysis skills.

High beginning writing skill development. Paragraphs on familiar topics and basic personal and practical correspondence. Basic editing skills.

Low intermediate reading skill development. Comprehension and analysis of a variety of adapted and authentic written English materials. Expansion of word analysis skills.

Low intermediate writing skill development. Strategies for writing clear, structured multi-paragraph texts and correspondence addressing a variety of purposes.

Pronunciation skills for improved oral communication. Review of formation and production of English sounds. Rhythm, stress, and intonation in intermediate level conversations.

Low beginning speaking and listening skills. Participation in short conversations in routine social situations to communicate basic needs.

High beginning speaking and listening skills. Participation in simple conversations about common topics in routine social situations.

Low intermediate speaking and listening skills. Participation in conversations and discussions on familiar and some unfamiliar topics.

High intermediate speaking and listening skills. Participation in discussions and extended conversations on a variety of current topics.

Intermediate-level English language skills including listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are expanded through interactive group projects using digital technology in an abridged course. Exposure to vocabulary and skills in using digital technology and online ESL resources.

Low beginning speaking and listening focus course. Language for daily life and participation in simple conversations.

High beginning speaking and listening focus course. Comprehension of important points and details in spoken English. Communication in familiar social and workplace contexts.

Low intermediate speaking and listening focus course. Comprehension of adapted and some authentic narrative and informational oral texts. Participation in discussions on career, social, and academic topics.

High intermediate speaking and listening focus course. Extended communication on a wide range of academic, social, and career-related topics. Comprehension of a wide variety of adapted and authentic literary and informational spoken texts.