ABE 62 - ESOL 5: Advanced Reading and Writing

11 Credits

Designed for adults who have some proficiency in the English language. Integrates the instruction of reading, writing and technology skills. ESOL 5 is equivalent to CASAS scores 239 and above.

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 4 or who demonstrate proficiency suitable for Level 5.
Active Date 20250401T11:37:21

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 5 exit criteria and SLOs through class assignments, small group work, and lecture.
Exit assessment of existing skill level.

Student Learning Outcomes
ESOL 5 W.1
Compose coherent, cohesive, and well-developed multi-paragraph texts and 2+ page essays using technology, following multi-step instructions, and following standard genre conventions with minimal assistance.

ESOL 5 W.2
Correct common errors in personal writing independently; use peer and instructor feedback, checklists, and rubrics to revise, edit, and proofread writing for grammar, vocabulary, coherence, and cohesion.

ESOL 5 R.1
Determine audience, purpose, perspective, and genre and respond to a range of authentic (4+ page or 1000+ word) texts with minimal assistance.

ESOL 5 R.2
Apply context-appropriate active and critical reading strategies to draw conclusions, make inferences, and provide accurate analyses using evidence from multiple texts with assistance.

ESOL 5 T.1
Demonstrate the ability to locate and critically evaluate online information and communicate professionally and effectively using technology with minimal assistance.

ESOL 5 T.2
Demonstrate ability to manage school demands, reflect on learning, and self-assess with minimal assistance.

ESOL 5 T.3
Plan effectively for and make specific arrangements to achieve college or career goals with limited assistance.