English as a Second Language

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Communication for Community and Business

This course develops oral, reading, and writing skills, with emphasis on aspects of technical and business Engligh that are difficult for non-native speakers of English. Students apply principles of clear communication to realistic situations at work and in the community. Prerequisities: CEESL 537 and CEESL 538 or placement by exam, and CEESL 536 or 503, or placement by interview. Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing Information (803) 738-7171.

ESL - Advanced Grammar and Composition

Advanced composition for English as a second language prepares students to write longer and more complicated papers for work or college preparation. Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing information, (803) 738-7171.

ESL - Intermediate Grammar & Writing

Intermediate writing and grammar helps intermediate students learn grammar and write paragraphs and longer papers. Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing information, (803) 738-7171.

ESL - Intermediate Listening, Speaking

Intermediate Listening, Speaking, and Grammar helps intermediate students learn to speak and understand more easily in classroom discussions and other situations. Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing information, (803) 738-7171.

ESL - Intermediate Reading & Vocabulary

Intermediate reading and vocabulary helps intermediate students develop a wider English vocabulary and improve reading skills (level: newspaper and other general reading). Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing information, (803) 738-7171.

ESL - Spoken American English

Spoken American English helps students develop American English pronunciation that can be understood by most native speakers. Students in this course learn to produce clear and comprehensible English by studying stress, intonation, and phonetic patterns. Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing information, (803) 738-7171.

ESL- Advanced Reading & Vocabulary

Advanced reading in English as a second language helps advanced students to develop a wider English vocabulary and improve reading skills so that they can read professional and academic articles. Prior to registering, contact Jan Jake for Placement Testing information, (803) 738-7171.

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