ABE 90 - Transition to College

10 Credits

Designed for ESL students before entering a vocational or academic program. Students receive an orientation to the college as well as academic skills and English language skills needed for successful transition and participation in higher education.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Designed to Serve This class is designed for ESL students before entering a vocational or academic program.
Active Date 2011-09-21

Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit
Variable Credit Yes Range 1-10
OEE Yes
Class Limit 25
Contact Hours: Lecture 110 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0
Total Contact Hours 110
Degree Distributions:
Course Outline
Proficiencies include: 1) A knowledge and understanding of how the system works and counts; 2) Competence in reading and writing; 3) Competence in oral skills (speaking and understanding) and 4) Effective learning strategies.

Student Learning Outcomes
1. Apply different reading strategies depending on purpose.

2. Develop basic academic writing skills.

3. Communicate effectively orally based on purpose and needs.

4. Improve listening skills

5. Develop effective learning strategies.

6. Access community college resources