ESL 1021

4 Credits

Intermediate Oral Communication

Replaces ESL 1020 (2003-2004).

Prerequisite: ESL 1011 or appropriate MTELP scores.

General Education Attributes ................................................ 5, 6

This course enhances ESL speaking and cross-cultural communication skills through guided and extemporaneous oral activities focusing on personal and academic topics. Students are introduced to the phonetic alphabet and to reduced speech; additional practice with stress, rhythm, and intonation will be provided. Students will continue to develop conversational and academic vocabulary and be introduced to word forms, synonyms, and antonyms. Course/lab fees.