2012-13 Catalog 
    
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2012-13 Catalog [Archived Catalog]

ESL 251 - Advanced Oral English

(4 credits)
Continued training and practice in speaking English and comprehending spoken English. Emphasis upon the development of listening comprehension strategies, development of idiomatic vocabulary, skills in paraphrasing, initiating conversation, interrogation, note taking and verification, and the writing of short essays on comparative-cultural topics. Training and practice in college reading strategies toward the dual goal of increased speed and comprehension. Individual work on pronunciation problems.

Note: Required of students with TOEFL scores under 525.

Prerequisite: This class is open only to ESL students with the prerequisite of ESL201 or permission of instructor.