Advanced ESL I

Catalog description

The fourth of five ESL courses, this college preparatory course is designed to enhance advanced skills in reading, writing, structure, and vocabulary building. Students develop the ability to write structured academic essays with an emphasis on accuracy and cohesiveness and execute other academic writing tasks. They develop the ability to comprehend lengthier texts on diverse academic topics by applying appropriate reading strategies, and they develop the ability to use complex grammatical structures appropriate to effective academic discourse, including discussions and essays. Group interaction, critical thinking skills, and appreciation of cultural differences in learning approaches are incorporated in instructional techniques. (Note: Credit for EAP 1595 cannot be used toward graduation.)<br><br>Prerequisite EAP 0495 or Prerequisite an appropriate score on the standardized placement test for ESL