Cross-Cultural Communication Practicum for Native English Speakers

Catalog description

Designed for native English speakers, this course provides a forum for connecting with English language learners (ELLs) for conversation and cultural exchange. Meeting with ELLs is also a unique opportunity to gain insight into the challenges and benefits of living and learning in America. Requirements include attending an orientation meeting as well as a “Match Dinner,” committing to meet with partner(s) weekly for one hour of conversation, and completing a final project. Grades are assigned as S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). This course can be repeated for credit up to two times.