2012-2013 CATALOG

This is an archived copy of the 2012-2013 catalog. To access the most recent version of the catalog, please visit http://catalog.miracosta.edu

English as a Second Language

The English as a Second Language (ESL) discipline includes courses in academic writing, reading and vocabulary development, grammar, and speaking and listening. ESL courses emphasize critical thinking and clear communication, and those numbered 50 and higher are associate-degree applicable. Non-native speakers of English take these courses to build skills for success in all college courses and in the workplace.

Contact Information

Department Chair: Mary Gross

Dean: Dana Smith

www.miracosta.edu/ESL

Department: English as a Second Language

Office: Building OC3600, 760.795.6874

Full-Time Faculty

Mary Gross
Melissa Lloyd-Jones

How to Read Course Descriptions

Courses listed in this catalog apply to the fall 2012, spring 2013, and summer 2013 terms. Courses are numbered numerically within alphabetically arranged subject areas.

The bolded first line begins with a capitalized abbreviation that designates the subject area. This subject-area designator is followed by the official course number and a descriptive title. The next lines indicate the course's unit value, prerequisites, corequisites, advisories, repeatability rules, enrollment limitations, UC/CSU credit acceptance, and lecture and lab hours followed by a Taxonomy of Program number in parentheses.

Prerequisites: This is a requirement that must be met before a student can enroll in the course.
Corequisites: This is a course the student must take in the same semester.
Advisories: This is recommended preparation the student is advised but not required to have before or in conjunction with the course.
Repeatability Rules: When a course belongs to a group of related courses, students can complete one course or a combination of courses within the group for a maximum of four completions.
Enrollment Limitations: Some courses place limitations on enrollment. These limitations prevent students from duplicating course work or from enrolling in two sections of the same course in any given semester.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU means the course is accepted for transfer at any California State University (CSU) campus; UC means it is accepted for transfer at any University of California (UC) campus. Some courses can be used to satisfy general education or major requirements while others transfer as elective credit. UC Credit Limitation means credit for the course may have UC transfer restrictions; these restrictions are identified at the end of the course description.
Lecture and Lab Hours: These are the number of hours the course meets for lecture and/or lab per week.
Taxonomy of Program (TOP) Number: The TOP number is identified in parentheses after the lecture and lab hours. This number serves an administrative purpose and is not intended for student use.

The course description summarizes the purpose and key topical areas of the course, and it includes special requirements if any exist. Some course descriptions end with information about whether the course was "formerly" another course, how many times the course may be repeated, if the course is offered pass/no pass, or what the UC credit limitation is.

How to Read Course Descriptions

Courses

ESL 20: 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. (Formerly ESL 810.)

ESL 30: 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. (Formerly ESL 815.)

ESL 40: 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. (Formerly ESL 820.)

ESL 49: Introduction to Academic Writing for Students from Multilingual Backgrounds

Units: 4
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with prior credit in ACE 49, ENGL 49, OR ESL 49.
Lecture 3.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. (4930.84)

This course is designed for students from diverse language backgrounds 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. Offered pass/no pass only. (Formerly ESL 802.)

ESL 50: Introduction to College Composition for Students from Multilingual Backgrounds

Units: 4
Prerequisites: ACE 49, ENGL 49, or ESL 49 or qualify through the English Assessment or approved equivalent.
Lecture 3.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours. (4930.84)

This course, designed for students from diverse language backgrounds, 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. (Formerly ESL 803.)

ESL 292: Internship Studies

Units: 0.5-3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit.
Enrollment Limitation: Instructor, dept chair, and Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU

This course provides students the opportunity to apply the theories and techniques of their discipline in an internship position in a professional setting under the instruction of a faculty-mentor and site supervisor. It introduces students to aspects of the roles and responsibilities of professionals employed in the field of study. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students must develop new learning objectives and/or intern at a new site upon each repetition. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance.