ESL 020 - English as a Second Language Level 2

Maximum of 15.0 possible Credits
A low beginning level class requiring some literacy in English. Students learn to understand, pronounce, read and write common vocabulary in simple sentences that reflect real life situations. S/U grade option. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available.
Prerequisite Placement by instructor or advisor.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate comprehension of short, simple paragraphs about familiar topics using phonemic awareness, vocabulary knowledge, grammar knowledge, and other strategies.
Write and make simple edits of simple sentences using level-appropriate grammar and writing conventions.
Demonstrate understanding of and appropriately respond to classroom instructions, personal information, and statements and questions about a number of simple, everyday topics.
Speak using learned phrases and short sentences about familiar topics in predictable, straightforward situations.
Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.