ESL 013 : Intermediate English Vocabulary and Reading Skills
This course is designed to prepare students for ESL 123 by developing English vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. ESL 013 does not count toward a degree. Grade points earned in this course will be included permanently in the student's SPI. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or test score of 55-80. Three lecture hours per week. Instructional Support Fee applies.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify and demonstrate the steps of a reading process.
2. Employ strategies to build English vocabulary.
3. Identify and demonstrate use of reading and learning strategies.
4. Demonstrate comprehension of intermediate level English readings, both fiction and non-fiction.
5. Develop accurate summaries and draw conclusions from readings.