English as a Second Language

This course is designed for non-native English speakers to develop a command of correct English in the four areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with special attention to reading and writing. Emphasis is placed on grammar, sentence structure, idiomatic expression, reading comprehension, and recognizing and developing correct English patterns in sentences and paragraphs.
Prerequisite: Waiver by placement testing results; or departmental approval.

This course is a continuation of ENSL 101 College ESL I with emphasis placed on developing a facility to read and discuss standard college English work, ability to recognize and produce correct patterns in sentences and paragraphs, and the ability to combine paragraphs into correct and coherent compositions.
Prerequisite: ENSL 101 College ESL I; waiver by placement testing results; or departmental approval.

This course is designed for ESL students to gain a facility in reading college texts and various printed materials with which they come in contact. Emphasis is placed on developing reading comprehension, vocabulary (including idiomatic expressions and figurative language), and study skills (including following directions, listening skills, and note taking skills).
Prerequisite: ENSL 112 Conversation and Pronunciation in ESL; waiver by placement testing results; or departmental approval.

This course is designed to help the ESL students develop an oral facility in English. Oral presentations are required. The ability to participate in discussion and debate on a variety of subjects is emphasized. The unique sounds and intonation patterns of English are analyzed and practiced. Students may be required to work on pronunciation exercises in a laboratory setting.
Prerequisite: Waiver by placement testing results; or departmental approval.