ELI-102C: ELL Communication 2

School
Liberal Arts
Division
Language Studies
Department
English Language Institute
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
ENG Language Institute-Credit
Course Number
102C
Course Title
ELL Communication 2
Credit Hours
2.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
S/U
Pre-requisites
A satisfactory score on the ELL placement test or successful completion of ELI-101C or ELI approval
Co-requisites
None; however, ELI-102R and ELI-102W are recommended
Catalog Course Description

Teaches beginning-level college communication skills and interactions to non-native English speakers. Satisfactory completion qualifies students for ELI-103C. This course does not transfer nor count toward degree graduation requirements.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Goal Statement

ELI-102C is designed to help English Language Learners (ELL) acquire beginning-level college communication skills and strategies.

Core Course Topics
  1. Academic interaction
  2. Analytical skills
  3. Collocations
  4. Note-taking
  5. Speaking skills
  6. Pronunciation skills
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Practice American college classroom norms such as taking turns, agreeing/disagreeing, asking for clarification, and participating in groups
  2. Analyze speaker attitude
  3. Use collocations to express ideas
  4. Practice note-taking skills using guided notes and charts
  5. Use academic and informal language in presentations and discussions
  6. Practice the use of intonation, prominence, and pausing to create meaning

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement

Assessment of academic achievement will be identified and implemented by the class instructor. Methods will include, but not be limited to, assignments, presentations, individual and/or group projects, and quizzes/tests.

General Course Requirements and Recommendations

In order to progress to the next level, students must:

  1. Actively participate in at least 80% of all class sessions
  2. Average 75% or higher on all assignments, presentations, projects, and quizzes/tests
  3. Make a final presentation (worth 25% of the final class grade)
Texts

Contact the Faculty Chair for textbook information.

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Effective Term
Fall 2019