ESOL Undergraduate Course Descriptions

Writing Classes:

• ESOL 1000: Academic Composition I
  For intermediate-level non-native speakers of English. Students engage in extensive grammar review and develop their ability to identify and correct grammar mistakes in the context of frequent, short writing assignments. Academic vocabulary is also emphasized. Students will be introduced to American norms of academic honesty. For students placed into ESOL 1000, this course is a prerequisite to ESOL 1010 and GSW courses. Admission by placement. Graded S/U.

• ESOL 1010: Academic Composition II
  For upper-intermediate-level non-native speakers of English. Students review and practice grammar concepts in the context of writing short essays. With the goal of becoming independent writers, students learn rhetorical concepts, self-editing strategies and academic vocabulary. Students will also become more familiar with American norms of academic honesty and proper citation practices. Admission by placement or advancement from ESOL 1000. Prerequisite to GSW courses. Graded S/U.

Speaking/Listening Classes:

• ESOL 1030: Academic Speaking and Listening I
  For intermediate-level non-native speakers of English. Students focus on building overall fluency, developing presentation skills, improving pronunciation, improving oral grammar, increasing listening skills, and developing academic vocabulary. Admission by placement. For students placed into ESOL 1030, this course is a prerequisite to ESOL 1040. Graded S/U.

• ESOL 1040: Academic Speaking and Listening II
  For upper-intermediate to advanced-level non-native speakers of English. Students focus on building overall fluency, developing presentation skills, improving pronunciation, improving oral grammar, increasing listening skills, and developing academic vocabulary. Admission by placement or advancement from ESOL 1030. Graded S/U.