This is an introductory course designed to build basic reading skill and help expand vocabulary. Understanding sequence is emphasized. This is an introduction to the basic components of writing. Elementary grammatical concepts are introduced through simple writing activities. This is an integrated skills beginning ESL class which builds on the preceding class, ESL 500.
Students have basic English skills.
Course may be repeated three times for credit. ESL 500 or Assessment recommendation. This course continues to develop listening and speaking skills in functional survival context at a high beginning level. Recommended concurrent enrollment in ESL 522 and 523. This course is a continuation of basic reading skills and vocabulary development.