English as a Second Language
Course Descriptions

ESL 100College Success for Non-Native Speakers ... 3
Prerequisite: Placement in RDG 104, ESL 101 or equivalent skill level. Advanced instruction for non-native speaking students regarding key strategies and skills needed to be successful in an American college, including listening, speaking, note taking, test taking, time management, and basic written communication.

ESL 101 ESL: Intensive Grammar Review ... 3
Prerequisite: Placement or TOEFL score of 350. College-level review of grammar and vocabulary for ESL students, emphasizing target grammar concepts, sentences and paragraph structure, vocabulary, idioms, and reading skills.

ESL 102 ESL: Intermediate Composition for Non-Native Speakers ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in ESL 101, or Placement or TOEFL score of 450. Advanced instruction for non-native-speaking students in college-level English reading comprehension and writing. Read, discuss, and analyze short stories, essays, poetry, and magazine articles. Refine basic composition skills, including sentence, paragraph, and essay writing.

ESL 103/SPE 100 Pronunciation and Communication for Non-Native Speakers ... 3
Instruction in pronunciation for non-native speakers. By learning the American style of intonation, rhythm/speech production, and syllable stress, students will be better understood, and more articulate and expressive.  Small group and individual communication activities will focus on speaking and listening. Open to non-native speakers of an intermediate level or above. Suggested co-requisite: ESL 101 or equivalent skill level (not required).

ESL 105 Advanced Conversation for Non-Native Speakers ... 3
Prerequisite: ESL 103/100 or equivalent skill level. Speaking and listening instruction for non-native speakers with fluency/instruction in speaking English, but require conversation and listening skills refinement. Focus on current events dealing with American and International culture. Films and video presentations will be included.