English as a Second Language - ESL

The information below lists courses approved in this subject area effective Spring 2013. Not all courses will necessarily be offered these terms. Please consult the Schedule of Classes for a listing of courses offered for a specific term.

500-level courses require graduate standing.

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050 English as a Second Language Composition I
4 hours. Instruction in basic grammar and writing for ESL students. Focus on sentence structure and paragraph development. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. No graduation credit. Prerequisite(s): Open only to freshman and sophomores. Placement determined by English Placement Exam administered by the University Testing Service.

060 English as a Second Language Composition II
4 hours. Basic writing for ESL students. Focus on multi-paragraph essays. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. No graduation credit. Prerequisite(s): Open only to freshmen and sophomores. ESL 050 or placement by English Placement Exam administered by the University Testing Service.

401 Communication and Teaching Methods for International Teaching Assistants
1 TO 3 hours. Basic communication and presentation skills for international teaching assistants in the culture of the American college classroom. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated for credit. Students may register for more than one section per term. No graduation credit. Prerequisite(s): Graduate or professional standing. Students must take the SPEAK Test and must obtain consent of the instructor.

Information provided by the Office of Programs and Academic Assessment.

This listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract. Every attempt is made to provide the most current and correct information. Courses listed here are subject to change without advance notice. Courses are not necessarily offered every term or year. Individual departments or units should be consulted for information regarding frequency of course offerings.