Advanced ESL emphasizes literacy so that students can succeed in academic reading and writing. Students read and write reports on current news articles that interest them. They learn reading and vocabulary skills, and practice using standard academic passages with objective responses. Bilingual students with low English or Reading scores need the appropriate ESL class instead of Developmental Studies English or Reading, as well as Learning Support English or Reading. No, ESL is designed for bilingual students who need to develop any of their skills in English.
Developmental classes are for native speakers of English who have substandard test scores.
The distinction between ESL and Developmental depends upon the student's native language. Prove that you have resided in Georgia for at least 12 months by providing admissions with photo copies of your family's tax or rental forms, a driver's license, and a visa or pink card.