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An Introduction to Academic Writing-LAC010

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 22, 2023 at 6 pm

An Introduction to Academic Writing This course is designed to prepare non-credit ESL students for the credit ESL program. Students work on writing well-formed sentences using academic language. They also learn to apply an organizational plan in developing clear and cohesive paragraphs. Emphasis is on expanding use of academic vocabulary, writing with topic sentences, supporting details, correct verb tenses and word forms. Textbook required. Prerequisite: LLC 110-123 and ELLW 1-2, or ESL 063 C to A and ESL 061 C to A, or ESL 065 C- to D- or placement upon initial registration.

Basic English as a Second Language I-LAC100

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 22, 2023 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Jul 18, 2023

Basic English as a Second Language I This course is for students whose first language is not English and who are at the very beginning stage of learning English. All skill areas are taught: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The focus is also on practicing everyday vocabulary and foundational grammatical concepts in preparation for Basic ESL II. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Placement upon initial registration.

Basic English as a Second Language III-LAC102

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 22, 2023 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Jul 18, 2023

Basic English as a Second Language III This course is intended for students at the mid-beginner level who already possess foundational English language skills. The focus is on further building vocabulary as well as more complex grammatical structures. Students will practice writing short paragraphs, reading and responding to a greater variety of texts, and improving their listening and speaking skills in preparation for a high-beginner class. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic ESL II or placement upon initial registration. Classes are offered in person on the Lynn campus and online.

Basic English as a Second Language IV-LAC103

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 22, 2023 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Jul 18, 2023

Basic English as a Second Language IV This course is intended for students at the high-beginner level who already possess most foundational English language skills. The focus is on further building vocabulary as well as advanced grammatical structures. Students will practice writing short paragraphs, reading longer and more complex texts, and improving their listening and speaking skills in preparation for the intermediate level. Textbook required.

Low Advanced ESL-LAC107

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 22, 2023 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Jul 18, 2023

Low Advanced ESL This course is intended for students who already possess intermediate-level English skills and are ready for more advanced level noncredit classes or who wish to transition to credit classes in the future. The focus is on reinforcing and developing individual reading, writing, and oral skills as well as reviewing more advanced grammatical concepts. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of High-Intermediate ESL or placement upon initial registration. Classes are offered in person on the Lynn campus and online.

Low-Intermediate ESL-LAC105

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 22, 2023 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Jul 18, 2023

Low-Intermediate ESL This course is recommended for students who intend to take more advanced level noncredit classes or who wish to transition to credit ESL classes in the future. It concentrates on reinforcing and developing individual reading, writing, and oral skills in preparation for high-intermediate ESL classes. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic ESL IV or placement upon initial registration. Classes are offered in person on the Lynn campus and online.

Basic English as a Second Language II-LAC101

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 23, 2023 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Jul 17, 2023

Basic English as a Second Language II This course is intended for students at the low-beginner level who already possess some foundational English language skills. The focus is on further building vocabulary as well as strengthening grammatical concepts. Students write short paragraphs, develop basic strategies for listening comprehension, and improve their speaking skills in preparation for a mid-beginner class. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic ESL I or placement upon initial registration.

High Intermediate ESL-LAC106

$249

with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS

Calendar Next available session starts May 23, 2023 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Jul 24, 2023

High Intermediate ESL This course is recommended for students who intend to take more advanced level noncredit classes or who wish to transition to credit ESL classes in the future. It concentrates on reinforcing and developing more academically geared reading, writing, and oral skills in preparation for low-advanced ESL classes. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Low-Intermediate ESL or placement upon initial registration. Classes are offered in person on the Lynn campus and online.





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