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ABE 48 - ESOL 3: High Intermediate Reading and Writing

11 Credits
Designed for adults who have limited proficiency in the English language. Integrates the instruction of reading, writing and technology skills. ESOL 3 is equivalent to CASAS scores 217-227.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Designed to Serve This course is designed to serve ESOL students who have completed the exit criteria of ESOL Level 2 or who demonstrate proficiency suitable for Level 3.
Active Date 20250401T11:36:52

Grading Basis BEdA
Variable Credit Yes Range 1-11
OEE Yes
Class Limit 35
Shared Learning Environment Yes
Contact Hours: Lecture 121
Total Contact Hours 121
Degree Distributions:
Course Outline
  • Entrance assessment of existing skill level.
  • Introduction to and mastery of Level 3 exit criteria and SLOs through class assignments, small group work, and lecture.
  • Exit assessment of existing skill level.


Student Learning Outcomes
ESOL 3  W.1
Compose a well-organized multi-paragraph text using technology, following multi-step instructions and standard genre conventions with minimal assistance.

ESOL 3 W.2  
Use peer and instructor feedback, checklists, and rubrics to revise, edit, and proofread personal writing for grammar, vocabulary, structure, organization, and clarity.

ESOL 3  R.1
Determine audience and genre and respond to a range of multi-paragraph (2-3 page or 500-750 word) texts with assistance.

ESOL 3 R.2 
Apply context-appropriate active reading strategies to draw conclusions and make inferences using evidence from texts with assistance.

ESOL 3  T.1 
Demonstrate the ability to locate information online and communicate effectively using Highline email with limited assistance.

ESOL 3 T.2  
Demonstrate ability to create a personal study schedule, reflect on learning, and self-assess with assistance.

ESOL 3 T.3
Plan effectively for college or career goals and use campus resources with assistance.



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