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ABE 050 - ESL 4: Reading and Writing

15 Credits
Designed for adults who have some proficiency in the English language. Integrates the instruction of reading, writing and technology skills. ESL 4 is equivalent to CASAS scores 219-228.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Designed to Serve This course is designed to serve ESL students who have completed the exit criteria of ESL Level 3 or who demonstrate proficiency suitable for Level 4.
Active Date 20200110T13:10:12

Grading System Credit/Non-Credit
Variable Credit Yes Range 1-15
Continuous Enrollment Yes
Class Limit 35
Shared Learning Environment Yes
Contact Hours: Lecture 165
Total Contact Hours 165
Degree Distributions:
Course Outline

  • Entrance assessment of existing skill level.
  • Introduction to mastery of Level 4 exit criteria and SLOs through class assignments, small group work, and lecture.
  • Exit assessment of existing skill level.


Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate the ability to critically read,  summarize, and make connections to a variety of texts for different purposes (Lexile 740-940)

Demonstrate the ability to use evidence from texts to draw conclusions, make inferences and/or answer questions (Lexile 740-940)

Accurately use the writing process to generate a four paragraph essay, both on paper and using technology

Accurately use Level 4 writing conventions, learned vocabulary, and grammar

Effectively use technology to communicate and collaborate with others

Effectively use technology to conduct online research

Use transition skills appropriate for ESL 4



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