ESL Courses

ESLC 0061  Classroom Communication I - 2 hours

This intermediate-level course prepares non-native speakers for success in the American college/university setting by improving their pronunciation and by developing necessary classroom skills.  Students will develop both fluency and accuracy, with attention given to the sound system of American English, listening comprehension, classroom techniques, vocabulary building, note-taking skills, and oral presentations.  This course is recommended for any student who would like to improve his/her pronunciation and listening comprehension.

ESLO 1101  Classroom Communication & College Orientation - 2 hours

This is an advanced course designed to help non-native speakers succeed in the American college/university setting by improving their pronunciation and by developing necessary classroom skills.  Students will develop all language skills with a focus on English phonology, oral presentations, small group work, debate, and professor-student communication. Students will also become familiar with the opportunities and resources available to them in the college community.

ESLW 0073 Grammar I  - 4 hours

This is an intermediate ESL course designed to improve grammar and writing skills. Particular attention is given to grammar problems common to non-native speakers. Prerequisite: ESL placement or permission of instructor.

This is an upper-intermediate ESL course designed to improve grammar and writing skills. Particular attention is given to grammar problems common to non-native speakers. Prerequisite: ESL placement or permission of instructor.

This is an advanced ESL course designed to improve grammar and develop the writing skills necessary for success in American college/university classes.. Particular attention is given to grammatical problems common to non-native speakers, essay writing, and editing skills. A Learning Support exit course, ESLW 0075 is the equivalent to ENGL 0099. Prerequisites: ESL placement or permission of instructor.

ESLR 0083 Reading and Rhetoric I - 4 hours

This is an intermediate course in English for speakers of other languages designed to improve their academic reading and writing abilities and to enhance their academic vocabulary. Classroom situations also allow students to practice their skills in spoken American English and listening comprehension. Prerequisite: ESL placement or permission of instructor. Corequisites: ESLC 0061 and/or ESLO 1101, and ESLV 0051 and ESLV 0052 unless the oral communication and/or academic vocabulary components have already been satisfied.

This is an upper-intermediate course in English for speakers of other languages designed to improve their academic reading and writing abilities and to enhance their academic vocabulary. Classroom situations also allow students to practice their skills in spoken American English and listening comprehension. Prerequisite: ESL placement or permission of instructor.  Corequisites: ESLV 0051 and/or ESLV 0052, unless the academic vocabulary components have already been satisfied.

This is an advanced course in English for speakers of other languages designed to improve their academic reading and writing abilities. Classroom situations also allow students to practice their skills in spoken American English and listening comprehension. A Learning Support exit course, ESLR 0085 is the equivalent to READ 0099. Prerequisites: ESL placement or permission of instructor. Corequisites: ESLV 0051 and/or ESLV 0052, unless the academic vocabulary components have already been satisfied.

Both vocabulary courses are required for students in ESLR 0083, 84, or 85. Courses may be taken in any sequence.

ESLV 0051 Academic Vocabulary for ESL I  - 3 hours

This course introduces ESL students to the 800 English words of the University Word List (UWL), the lexicon most widely used in academic settings across the disciplines. Accuracy and fluency with these high-frequency root words, along with command of a 2,000-word basic English vocabulary, will enable students to understand 95% of the words necessary for academic reading and writing on the post-secondary level. Students will utilize their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, along with technological learning tools such as audio and video lessons, internet resources, and word processing.

ESLV 0052 Academic Vocabulary for ESL II - 3 hours

This course introduces ESL students to the 800 English words of the University Word List (UWL), the lexicon most widely used in academic settings across the disciplines. Accuracy and fluency with these high-frequency root words, along with

command of a 2,000-word basic English vocabulary, will enable students to understand 95% of the words necessary for academic reading and writing on the post-secondary level. Students will utilize their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, along with technological learning tools such as audio and video lessons, internet resources, and word processing.

Courses for Beginners

Conversational English
Offered through Continuing Education, this course teaches basic skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing.  Students learn practical skills such as initiating and maintaining conversations, asking for directions, shopping, reading newspaper ads, applying for positions, and developing basic computer literacy.  This course is appropriate for students who speak no or very little English.

Other Courses offered through Continuing Education may include Beginning Reading, Beginning Grammar/Writing, English for Spanish Speakers, and TOEFL Test Preparation.  For further information, contact Continuing Education at 678-717-3605 or www.gsc.edu/ce/main/.