English as a Second Language

ESL 292: Internship Studies

Units: 0.5-3
Prerequisites: Complete 6 units at MCC prior to internship; permission of instructor and department chair required.
Corequisite: Must currently be enrolled in 3 units and complete 60 hours of non-paid or 75 hours of paid work per unit of credit.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
(4930.87)

Individualized study linking classroom learning to the workplace. Approval form must be signed by instructor and department chair before registration. (May be repeated three times.)

ESL 802: Introduction to College Writing I for Non-Native Speakers

Units: 4
Prerequisites: None
Lecture 3.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. (4930.84)

This course is designed for non-native speakers who are making a transition to the use of academic English and who require the development of writing skills. The course emphasizes critical thinking, reading, and writing. It provides practice in gathering, organizing, and communicating information and in applying the principles and conventions of standard edited American English. When the course is repeated, students' English proficiency and sophistication increase as control of the language and critical thinking are challenged. Offered pass/no pass only. (May be repeated one time.)

ESL 803: Introduction to College Writing II for Non-Native Speakers

Units: 4
Prerequisites: Pass with a grade of P in ENGL 802, ESL 802 or approved equivalent or qualify through the English Assessment or approved equivalent.
Lecture 3.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. (4930.84)

This course designed for non-native speakers of English offers intensive practice in the writing process, critical reading, and critical thinking. It also provides practice in acquiring, synthesizing, and communicating information and in applying the principles and conventions of standard edited American English. When the course is repeated, students' English proficiency and sophistication increase as control of the language and critical thinking are challenged. Offered pass/no pass only. (May be repeated one time.)

ESL 810: Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Lecture 3 hours. (4930.86)

The development of aural and oral competence of standard American English through listening to and participating in a variety of communicative activities is emphasized in this course. Listening and speaking skills, including the ability to understand and participate in a variety of authentic exchanges in the home, workplace, or academic environments are advanced. Practical applications include participating in small group discussions, working on individual pronunciation and intonation variations, and developing academic notetaking competence. Offered pass/no pass only. (May be repeated one time.)

ESL 815: Reading and Vocabulary Development for Non-Native Speakers of English

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Lecture 3 hours. (4930.85)

This course is designed for non-native speakers who are making the transition to the use of academic English and who require the development of reading and vocabulary skills needed for academic and workplace success. Students will read a variety of texts and apply appropriate reading strategies as well as participate in activities to advance vocabulary and facilitate comprehension. Offered pass/no pass only. (May be repeated one time.)

ESL 820: Grammar for Non-Native Speakers of English

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Lecture 3 hours. (4930.87)

This course reviews basic grammar for non-native speakers of American English and emphasizes standard usage. Topics include parts of speech, clauses, verb forms and tenses, pronoun case, and sentence types. The course is intended for non-native speakers who are making the transition to the use of academic English and who require the development of grammatical skills for academic and workplace success. Offered pass/no-pass only. (May be repeated one time.)