ABE 49 - ESOL 4: High Intermediate Listening and Speaking

11 Credits

Designed for adults who have some proficiency in the English language. Integrates the instruction of listening, speaking, and technology skills. ESOL 4 is equivalent to CASAS scores 228-238.

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 3 or who demonstrate proficiency suitable for Level 4.
Active Date 20250401T11:36:55

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 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
ESOL 4 SL.1
Engage in meaningful, clear discussions to summarize and critically evaluate a variety of academic and non-academic topics.

ESOL 4 S/L.2
Express complex ideas and perspectives using clear speech and visual elements effectively and appropriately for diverse contexts and purposes.

ESOL 4 S/L.3
Apply active listening strategies to understand, evaluate, and make inferences about a range of topics, including authentic speech, with limited assistance.

ESOL 4 T.2
Demonstrate ability to manage school demands, reflect on learning, and self-assess with limited assistance.

ESOL 4 T.3
Plan effectively for and make specific arrangements to achieve college or career goals with assistance.