ELA 022 English Language Acquisition: Advanced 2

18 CR

This course is designed to improve the reading, writing, listening and speaking skills of adults who have a goal to improve their English language skills for college and career purposes. Emphasis is on reading real-life, academic, and workplace materials; using meaning-making strategies with unfamiliar reading materials; and writing and editing multi-paragraph documents for college and workplace. In oral communication, emphasis is on communicating effectively for various purposes while applying critical thinking skills and making effective choices for those settings. Students will use a range of conventions in speaking for distinct audiences and contexts. Basic math is contextualized for everyday life and work purposes, and progress in appropriate technology is expected.