Centers on more difficult grammar and vocabulary. Readings become progressively more complex as do writing assignments. Students have opportunity to develop conversation skills in their spoken English class by conversing with native speakers. Listening comprehension, pronunciation, and a variety of study skills are integrated into the coursework. Study of the paragraph is broadened to include the essay.
Students begin to monitor their own writing for errors.
Advanced composition and the development of advanced listening, reading and speaking skills. Review of the fundamentals of grammar and alternate ways of expressing the same concept. Students practice various types of writing in preparation for more advanced courses. Summaries, book reviews, essay exams, and notetaking from lectures are included in the coursework. Grammar study emphasizes sentence-combining techniques essential for essay writing.