Standard ESL Program

This program has been designed to allow students to acquire language skills methodically using an integrated skills approach. Students improve their language skills through qualified instruction in a small group setting. The standardized, intensive skills-based curriculum assures a system approach to language acquisition.

ESL Level 1 – Beginning (198 hours per quarter): These courses cover the beginning level of reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking, and grammar and writing. Upon completing these courses, students should be able to write basic sentences correctly and comprehend conversational sentences. Class activities and assignments are geared towards expanding student knowledge and usage of English vocabulary and structure.

ESL Level 2 – Intermediate I (198 hours per quarter): These courses cover the intermediate level of reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking, and grammar and writing. At the beginning of class, students are expected to write simple sentences and cohesive paragraphs correctly. Class activities and assignments are aimed towards expanding student knowledge and usage of English vocabulary and structure. In addition, these courses will focus on transitioning from paragraph to essay. Furthermore, students will review reading strategies, study skills, computer skills (word processing), and library and research activities. Finally, students will be writing both in and outside of the classroom.

ESL Level 3 – Intermediate II (198 hours per quarter): These courses cover the high intermediate level of reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking, and grammar and writing. At the beginning of class, students are expected to write complex sentences and cohesive paragraphs correctly. Class activities and assignments are geared towards expanding student knowledge and usage of English vocabulary and structure. In addition, these courses will focus on transitioning from paragraph to essay. Furthermore, students will review reading strategies, study skills, computer skills (word processing), and library and research activities. Finally, students will be writing both in and outside of the classroom.

ESL Level 4 – Advanced (198 hours per quarter): These courses cover the advanced level of reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking, and grammar and writing. Upon completing these courses, students should be able to read and write college-level sentences and cohesive paragraphs. Also, students should be able to converse sufficiently and be prepared for college-level academic work. Class activities and assignments are aimed towards expanding student knowledge and usage of English vocabulary and structure. In addition, these courses will focus on transitioning from paragraph to essay. Furthermore, students will review reading strategies, study skills, computer skills (word processing), and library and research activities. Finally, students will be writing both in and outside of the classroom.